Manicure shellac cat's eye: features of application at home

Manicure with the intricate and attractive name "cat's eye" appeared relatively recently. In a short period of time, he managed to fall in love with a huge number of users. In the photo, such nail art looks luxurious and elegant. It is not surprising that many ladies are interested in how to use shellac in this technique at home.

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How to get luxury nail art?

Creating a sophisticated imitation of the stone of the same name on the nails is quite simple. The easiest way to understand the technique is how cat's eye shellac is applied to the video. Design with an innovative gel polish is obtained due to an unusual magnetic coating. As a result, nail art is represented by a virtuoso combination:

• waves;
• horizontal lines;
• zigzags;
• vertical stripes.

To perform a manicure, you do not need to filigree with a variety of artistic techniques. It is enough to learn how to apply the composition correctly at home. In this case, you should understand the features of shellac "cat's eye". This is a tool that is characterized by a plastic and at the same time surprisingly dense structure. The color palette of the unique varnish is very variable. The product is saturated with pigments and is characterized by an increased level of durability. The radiance of nail art is given by the metal fragments included in the composition of the coating. They are combined into an intricate ornament and create an exclusive sparkling design.

The technique for applying cat's eye shellac is simple. The procedure is carried out in stages:

• treatment of plates with a special primer with a protective effect;
• drying in an LED device;
• applying the first layer of the composition;
• drying in a UV lamp;
• use of a magnet;
• applying top coat.

The unique cat's eye shellac in the photo looks chic and stylish. You can achieve the same effect at home. At the same time, you can choose a wide variety of colors for manicure. The palette of shades is amazingly diverse.

detailed instructions

Bluesky's "cat's eye" Shellac application technique involves the use of a base coat. To keep it as long as possible, it must be applied in a thin layer. After the composition must be dried in an LED or UV lamp. The first version of the equipment involves a manipulation lasting 1 minute. The UV instrument will require drying for 3 minutes. Then you need to apply the first layer of shellac. The color of the coating is selected in advance. Each nail is processed in stages. Many are interested in how to make cat's eye shellac on their own. In fact, the main thing is to learn that each plate should be dried for at least 30 seconds in an LED lamp. If a UV device is used, it will take 2 to 5 minutes. It all depends on the power of the unit. It is very important to keep in mind that to get the perfect manicure, you should not make too thick layers. They have a hard time drying out. Experts recommend coating the plates with shellac twice, but in thin layers. Each one is dry.

How to apply cat's eye shellac correctly? The photo clearly shows not only how to make nail art correctly, but also the importance of choosing the right color for the composition. A rich palette of shades is offered by the Bluesky manufacturer. It will be extremely easy to get an original and up-to-date design with the help of such a gel polish even on your own.

To do this, it is important to take into account some of the subtleties of the procedure:

• when applying the final layer, you need to use a magnet;
• keep it from the plates at a distance of 3-5 mm;
• not use all areas;
• properly apply the top coat, which will give the nails durability and a unique glossy shine.

Only after carrying out all these manipulations, you need to do drying in the lamp. In the photo you can see how important it is to remove the sticky layer at the end of the whole procedure. To do this, the dried shellac "cat's eye" must be passed with a smooth, soft cloth dipped in a special agent.

Secrets for getting the perfect result

If you use bluesky cat's eye shellac, then it is important to consider some tricks to get a luxurious, spectacular and stylish result. Professional nail masters recommend doing this non-trivial manicure using magnetic plates of various designs. This will allow you to get intricate and variable ornaments on the nails.

What else should be considered? Carrying out this manicure procedure using an innovative unusual composition with the addition of metal particles implies:

• exposure to a magnet for no more than 10 seconds;
• forming patterns by applying magnets vertically, horizontally or using them diagonally;
• creating ornaments only after covering the nails with the final layer of Shellac;
• preventing the gel polish from drying out;
• decorating each nail individually.

It is equally important to consider that shellac with the ornate and very seductive name "cat's eye" is only the basis, the background for the future nail design. Bouillons, sparkles, rhinestones are effectively combined with this version of gel polish. However, many quite rightly consider this coating to be self-sufficient, refusing additional decorations.

In order for a manicure made at home to be as resistant and durable as possible, it is recommended to take into account some recommendations. Nail masters strongly advise:

• do not allow such aggressive and harmful agents for Shellac as acetone, alcohol, household solvent to get on the surface of the nails;
• always use gloves when doing housework or gardening;
• do not expose nails for at least 2 days after applying gel polish to sudden temperature fluctuations.

It is also recommended not to allow hands to come into contact with hot liquid. It is worth abandoning the loads - do not pick and do not scrape various surfaces with your nails. It is best to use the appropriate tools for this.