Do you like French manicure us too! That is why you should be aware of everything: what is its price, what to do if it turns out that you have short nails and you are dying to show off your most chic nails, what steps you must follow to show off great and divine nails, what are the necessary tips to make it last longer… Do you think many things? We bring you the guide on the French manicure that you need to have. Look!
The French manicure is still as fashionable as the first day
Well yes, dear friend, it turns out that the, which by the way, according to what we have been told, was created in the United States, does not go out of style. Is it because it is one of the most elegant? Or maybe because it looks good on everyone, or because it combines with any look (except for the extra casual ones) or maybe its success is due to the fact that it is so easy to make that we can even design it ourselves at home. The fact is that in Dario Feminine we have gotten down to work to tell you in the same post everything about this manicure. Do you want to see how good we have been? Let us begin!
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What is the price of a French manicure?
Well, there are as many and as different prices as beauty salons. Our advice is that you do not spend too much or too little; you will find places where they paint your nails for less than €15 but it is unlikely that it will turn out as you expect and that it will last more than 4 days intact. There are also those that go over €60, okay, they look great, but maybe it’s a lot of money, don’t you think? Especially if you have in mind trying to do it yourself at home. In the middle ground is the key. When in doubt about whether cheap or expensive, ask about the nail polishes they use and also ask if they apply a moisturizing layer after the treatment.
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How long do French nails last?
More or less a week and a half, depending, of course, on the products you have used or have used in the beauty salon, how hydrated your nails are normally, how busy you give them and things like that. Another option is the semi-permanent French manicure. It lasts intact for about 15 days and the result is usually very natural. Of course, when you are going to remove it, it is better to do it with a professional so that the nail does not get damaged.
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This is what you can do if you want your manicure to last longer
We already knew that the fact that French nails only last a week was not going to convince you at all, so here are some tips to make them last longer:
- Seal your manicure with a protective gel.
- During the first days, avoid doing things that can damage the nails. It seems obvious but it is worth remembering.
- Always hydrates hands and nails.
- No biting them or touching them much.
- Use quality enamels and colors.
- Let your nails rest between manicures, it is not that it helps you to make the French last longer, but it does help so that the nail is well cared for and can look beautiful.
Steps to do your own French manicure at home
- You can do it in the beauty salon, of course, a pampering session from time to time is good for all of us, or you can choose the option of painting your nails yourself at home and be surprised by the chic result you achieve. If you are interested in the latter you will have to…
- Apply a layer of white nail lacquer to the end of the nail and, once it has dried a bit, apply another layer of natural nail polish to the rest of the nail. Easy, right? The French manicure is that, white on the tip of the nail and transparent on the rest. Now, if you want a professional result, also do the following steps that we are going to tell you about.
- Clean your hands and nails of any remaining polish. File well so that they are to your liking, if you file after applying the enamels you can spoil them. Extra tip: always use a nail polish remover that contains vitamins, it is a great help to prevent your nails from drying out too much. Another piece of advice, when you file your fingernails or toenails, always does it in the same direction.
- As for the cuticles, you don’t need to cut them, in fact, experts advise pushing them back a little with a nail stick so they don’t show too much.
- Before applying the color on your nails, put on a protective base coat, even better if, in addition to being protective, it has a little shine, it will look much prettier on you.
- And finally, put on some moisturizer to make them look pretty, beautiful and well cared for.
What if I have short nails? How can I get a French manicure?
- Well, exactly the same as we just saw. Prepare the nails, apply the enamels and moisturize. Ok, ok, we know that with-it is a bit more complicated than with long nails, let’s see what you think of these little tricks:
- Help yourself with adhesive tape. The usual trick of putting a bit of adhesive tape on the tip of the nail to paint each area with the right color is very helpful when you have short nails and can’t wait for them to grow. You can use whatever tape you have at home or get one created especially for French nails. Remember to smooth well so that there are no bubbles.
- Paint the base of your nail a little white so that it gives the sensation of being a bit longer, be careful, do not overdo it, otherwise it will look very ugly. What you do with this trick is to create the feeling that the base is shorter than it really is.
- Remove the remains with a nail stick. Short they are practical but somewhat complicated when painting them, so help yourself whenever you need an orange nail stick to remove traces of polish.
The modern version of French nails, do you dare?
- It turns out that you can choose the usual French Vivid colors on the tip of the nail such as red, orange or yellow and the classic transparent nail polish for the base, isn’t it great? Wear it to accompany your most summer outfits; you will surely leave everyone with their mouths open. A note, this modern manicure is not suitable for special occasions, in those cases, opt for traditional French nails.
- Finally, we have to talk to you about the reverse version, that is, the nail is white except the tip that is transparent. Perhaps it may give you the impression that it is a bit strange but you will see that when you try it you repeat it, if so, try some time to put a pinch of glitter on the tip of the nail. When can you show it off? Well, whenever you want but always match your look and your personality.