There are simply countless ways to decorate nails, ranging from complex professional techniques to simple options for DIY. At the same time, the second option does not mean at all that the design will be banal and inexpressive - thanks to new techniques, it is possible to create a real picture on your nails in a matter of minutes, without spending almost any effort. One of the ways to achieve a similar result is a slider design, which is accessible to any modern woman, and all that is needed to implement it is special stickers and knowledge of the technology for applying them.
Types of nail stickers and what are they called?
Slider design is a technology for decorating nails using special stickers of various types, which already have a specific design. You can choose any complexity of the picture - manufacturers offer a variety of options from simple patterns to detailed multi-color images. This method can be used in different ways - completely on all fingers, only on one or several nails, or as a separate decorative element, occupying only part of the surface of the nail plate.
Such a design is simply impossible without stickers, the choice of which is quite wide. In general, these elements can be divided into two large groups:
- on a transparent base - usually this is a pattern or a small design that covers only part of the nail and to create a manicure, a plain color lining is made under it with varnish or gel polish. If desired, it can also be used on a natural nail plate covered with a transparent layer of enamel. Light monochromatic shades best add saturation to the colors of the design, which is why this background is used most often;
- on a dense colored base , the background can be matte, glossy or even foil, and the main design or pattern is applied to it. This version of stickers is usually used either to completely fill the surface of the nail, or to create a decorative jacket.
Based on the type of fastening, we can distinguish water-based stickers and dry adhesive based ones, and based on the nature of the pattern, the device is divided into the following types:
- foil;
- mirrored;
- lace;
- photo stickers with a dense realistic design or pattern;
- volumetric 3D options for simulating modeling, etc.
It is worth noting that few people will be able to distinguish a slider design from a good painting without special knowledge; the finished nails will look very stylish and beautiful. A separate advantage is that to create such beauty it is not necessary to spend a lot of money and go to a salon; it can easily be done at home.
Lace - for all times
Time passes, generations change each other, but the fashion for lace remains unchanged since it began. Such decor in women's clothing, sexy underwear, accessories, and now also on nails is what drives men crazy and delights girls.
Lace designs are subtle, playful, and always a winner. It does not matter whether the entire nail is made in a similar style, or just edged; He decorates all 10 fingers, or only highlights some of them. Such a manicure will always give a woman a feeling of self-confidence, a feeling of lightness and flirtatiousness. It will suit any outfit: evening, everyday, and thanks to the efforts of modern designers who add lace to sports looks, also to similar looks.
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Instructions for using water-based (transfer) stickers
Each set of stickers has instructions that outline all the stages of applying the design. However, if we take the same type, then the technology will be identical. To apply water patterns to your nails, you must complete the following steps:
- the nail plates need to be given the desired shape, and the cuticle needs to be pushed back and trimmed;
- Using an orange stick, carefully remove any remaining skin from the surface of the nail and treat the side ridges;
- Next, you need to polish the surface of the plates with a buff;
- the next stage is degreasing;
- depending on the chosen design, it is necessary to apply either a transparent or colored coating to the nails;
- a slider of a suitable size must be carefully removed from the palette with tweezers, and then lowered into warm water for half a minute so that the glue layer is activated;
- the film is transferred to the nail and carefully leveled;
- All that remains is to cover the resulting pattern with a finishing coat.
Water sliders are used most often, as they have many advantages. The main advantage is that the layer is easy to apply, that is, it immediately sticks, does not curl, does not stretch, and therefore the pattern is not deformed. The film lays evenly and neatly, without puffing up on the sides, which, in addition to the aesthetic appearance, also plays a big role in the duration of its wearing without peeling. This design is suitable even for those with thin nails, as it does not damage the nail plates at all.
Video: slider nail design for gel polish
Stickers for slider design are very often used in combination with gel polish, since this coating is more durable and allows you to enjoy a gorgeous result for a long period of time. All stages of the process of creating a slider design are illustrated in detail in this video tutorial.
Manicure at home
If you have nail painting skills, an art education, or just talent, you can do a manicure with a lace pattern yourself at home. Before applying the coating and doing the actual design, you need to prepare the nail plate. Lace on the nails will draw attention to the hands, so they must be in perfect condition. The sequence of preparation actions is as follows.
- Make a warm bath for your nails, possibly with the addition of special emollients.
- Use a wooden stick to push back the cuticle at the base of the nail.
- Use scissors or nippers to remove excess skin around the perimeter of the nail.
- Use a nail file to give the already cooled nails (this is important to avoid brittleness and delamination of the plate) to the desired shape and length.
- Sand the nail plate with a buff.
After such simple manipulations, you can begin to implement the design. When it comes to gel polish, you must follow the standard work sequence, using all the necessary tools and equipment. This manicure will last longer than with regular varnish.
As the basis of the design, you can choose an abstraction or a specific pattern (flower, leaves, hearts), which will be repeated and bordered with lace.
Nail design with metallic stickers
Matte and glossy metallic designs are the hottest nail art trend in recent times. You can find stickers for a continuous coating, as well as embossed metallic patterns for combination with the main color of the nails.
When applying such a coating, the nail is prepared in a standard way - filing, polishing, coating with a base layer. It is best to heat metal films not in water, but near a light bulb, so as not to get unsightly stains on the surface later. The stickers are cut before activating the adhesive layer and it is important to do this as accurately as possible so as not to get unnecessary bends.
Video tips: how to apply correctly
It is important to transfer the slider stickers correctly to the nail plate in order to get a really beautiful and even design. Difficulties can arise precisely in the process of removing an element from the palette and transferring it to the nail, and in order to avoid them, we recommend watching this video.
French - a classic style
French manicure with lace is a special chic that makes your hands incredibly elegant. This design is so versatile that it is perfect for everyday wear or going out. There is no outfit that would not go well with a gentle jacket. And with the help of lace you will give it a special airiness and emphasize the beautiful shape of the nail plate.
The most common option is a beige or pink base and a light white pattern. This jacket with lace can be called a classic. The ornament can be drawn in the center of the nail, at its base, or applied along the edge.
Girls who like more expressive colors will like this design option using bright colors. Elegant lace nails can be decorated with sparkles, beads or other decorative elements. You can experiment with the design, choosing the combinations you like. Another common option is a French with lace on one nail, while a standard French is performed on the remaining nails.
How to glue mirrors: gold and silver
Mirror stickers in technology do not have any special stages; everything is done according to a standard scenario with heating under a lamp. There are some subtleties when transferring it to the nail - here you need to make sure that the coating is as smooth as possible, and the first time, since any bend, speck under the film or unevenness will look very unsightly on a bright golden or silver surface.
Special attention should be paid to the very beginning of gluing - the plate must be placed at the cuticle, pressed with a finger, and glued to the end of the nail, as if pulling a little, in order to obtain a bubble-free surface.
Video: DIY metallic nail art
Mirror gold stickers on nails have their own nuances when transferring, and in order to avoid basic mistakes and get the best result, we recommend watching this video. Also in it you will find the answer to the question about the complexity of creating such a design and its durability.
Stamping
This is probably one of the favorite ways to create a manicure and nail design with lace, as in the photo, for many women. Its undoubted advantage is its ease of implementation, as well as its speed. With some skill, the print turns out neat and the drawing looks professional.
The disadvantages of this method include the relatively low variety of patterns, limited by the availability of certain stencils for sale, as well as the low complexity of the design. However, such prints can be supplemented with gel pens, toothpick designs and rhinestones. All this will help make lace manicure and nail design, as in the photo, more complex and sophisticated.
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How to make nail designs with lace stickers
Lace stickers help create a very interesting and feminine design on your nails; the subtle weave of the pattern is sure to create a sensation. Such stickers belong to the group of designs on a transparent basis, and can be sold either as elements separately for each nail, or as a solid patterned tape, from which you can cut out any desired area of the desired shape and size.
In order for the lace to be seen best, it is recommended to transfer it to a plain light background. The process is standard: processing the nail, applying a base, activating the sticky layer on the sticker with water or heat from a lamp, fixing it on the nail and securing it with a finishing layer.
French lace manicure
It is not necessary to cover the entire surface of the nails with lace. The expressive mesh may extend slightly onto the nails. The lace smile line is a very original option. A universal openwork jacket suitable for any clothes and for any occasion.
- The smile line can have a traditional semicircular shape. But then it is better to draw the grid with a brush.
- If you are using fabric lace, a quick and beautiful way is to glue the strips diagonally.
- You can create a regular traditional jacket, and then decorate it with pieces of lace.
- A white smile line and snow patterns on the base are an equally popular option.
Most often, to create a holistic feminine image, patterns are made in white on a pink or transparent base. It's incredibly romantic!
Black openwork patterns in French design create an expressive contrast.
How to glue 3D stickers for volumetric manicure
3D stickers have a special convex texture, which, after being transferred to the nail, creates a sculpting effect - the surface is not smooth, but voluminous, which looks even more interesting. Most companies produce these stickers with a pre-made background, so they don't require you to create a background.
The procedure for applying these stickers does not have any significant features, the only subtlety is the need for a top coat. If the volumetric sticker covers the entire nail, then it is not applied, and if partially, then only the part where there is no slider is covered with topcoat. Otherwise, the recesses will be filled with finish and the intended effect simply will not work.
Photo of a beautiful slider design for short nails
The big advantage of the slider design is that it can be used on nails of absolutely any length. Short nails look very neat, even if you apply a rather bright and active design on them. There are a lot of design options using slider stickers, given their diversity, and in order to decide what you want, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with photographs of the most successful options for short nails.
Execution techniques
If you prefer a manicure with a lace pattern, you can choose a design using one of the following techniques.
- Drawing with a brush. This option is suitable if the girl chose a salon manicure, or if the woman has nail painting skills. This design is good because you can draw any pattern - for example, repeat the pattern from the dress to which the manicure is matched. In addition, this design can be made in any color.
- Stamping. A great option if you want perfect accuracy on different nails, or when you don’t have time to draw.
- Glued fabric lace. It creates a volumetric effect, allows you to achieve ideal lines, while it looks much more impressive and more expensive than just a print, as with stamping.
- Slider design. An alternative to stamping, stickers that sometimes look no worse than those drawn by hand. If you additionally decorate this manicure with decorative elements, it will look more organic.
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The above options can be performed either at home yourself or by contacting a nail service specialist. Designs using some of the techniques described above are shown in the photo below.
Reviews
Martha: I tried to make myself a mirror design using golden stickers. I can't say that I liked it. The plates themselves are very large; they had to be trimmed all the time; several of them got damaged in the process. And it’s generally impossible to smooth out wrinkles perfectly. In general, I don’t recommend it, it’s long, difficult, and even starts to fade quickly.
Lena: I am a manicurist, I always have a variety of sliders in my “arms”, my clients love them very much. This takes much less time than painting, and the result is always perfect. And if you apply it with gel polish or during extensions, then it’s absolutely great.
Vika: I periodically buy myself small lace designs, I really like how they look on my hands - feminine and delicate. Overall, it’s quite a convenient and simple method.
