The subtleties of choosing nail polish

Throughout the existence of mankind, women have taken care of their health and beauty. The modern dynamically developing world makes beauty accessible to each of us and gives a lot of opportunities for this: cosmetology, surgery, decorative cosmetics and many of its types. Nail polish belongs to the category of decorative cosmetics for covering the nails on the hands and feet. Interestingly, even in ancient times, women painted their nails in various shades. Such a ritual made it possible to determine the status of a woman and even a man.

Nail polish is a decorative cosmetic with good durability. With the help of a film coating, it is possible to color a natural plate in a certain pigment of varying degrees of saturation. It is applied to a pre-prepared nail with a flat brush that comes with the bottle.

Classic nail polish has the following advantages and disadvantages:

• It has varying degrees of durability. The classic wearing period is a range of 5-7 days, more resistant analogues last up to 10-14 days, the gel can be worn without chips and cracks for up to 3-4 weeks;
• If the compositions of classic varnishes are more or less the same, then the shades are completely different. Proof of this will be palettes with tens of hundreds of tones with bright and muted pigments, saturated or watery, glossy, matte, with sparkles and metallic inclusions;
• With the help of decorative cosmetics for nails, designs are created from calm classics to unique, worthy awards. For everyday wear, discreet shades and a seasoned nail art style will still become appropriate;
• Decorative cosmetics for nails are presented in the assortment of any cosmetics for the face along with mascara or lip pencil. Nail polish is an indispensable element of the style of a modern young or mature woman;
• The covering of nails gives to a female image completeness, grooming.

For example, frequent washing of dishes or general cleaning can spoil a manicure, so it is recommended to use rubber gloves at such times. To obtain a durable coating, women choose gel polishes - synthetic polymer compounds for long-term wear - up to 3-4 weeks.

When asked when the first nail polish appeared, one can confidently answer - in 1934. It was invented by Charles Revson (the founder of the famous brand of decorative cosmetics Revlon). The first modern product for coloring the nail plate had an unstable texture and a short wearing period - no more than 3 days.At the same time, the quality of the first varnish left much to be desired, however, as did the shades - Charles offered fashionistas 5-6 colors, each of which had a red pigment.

In ancient Egypt, a woman's nails were painted scarlet with a special decoction of plants, and in Rome, wealthy residents polished the nail plate with a mixture of animal fats. It is difficult to say where the varnish was invented, but the modern analogue of the water-insoluble composition first appeared in the United States.

Modern nail formulations differ from past counterparts of the previous century in the formulation that determines the degree of wear of the coating and the impact on the health of the plate.

• Polymers are at the heart of any decorative product. They differ from each other, one varnish can contain about a dozen synthetic compounds to support each other. Nitrocellulose forms the same film on the surface of the nail, retaining the main pigment, paired with the TSF synthetic polymer, this component forms a durable, resistant coating that does not crumble or crumble when dried.
• Solvents. These substances are necessary to create a liquid consistency and easy application, distribution of the product over the plate and are responsible for drying it on the surface, including during this process. One bottle may contain several solvents: butyl acetate helps to evenly distribute the varnish on the nail plate, stearalkonium hectorite also participates in the distribution of the product and does not allow the pigment to settle at the bottom of the bottle.Ethyl acetate is responsible for the drying period of the varnish and participates in the formation of a protective film on the surface, dimethicone also affects the drying rate of the varnish, increasing the evaporation of liquid components, isopropyl alcohol serves to reduce dangerous consequences and eliminates the formation of nitrocellulose fire.
• plasticizers give the coating durability and elasticity in order to avoid shedding. These components include esters like camphor, castor oil, triphenyl phosphate.
• Pigments are responsible for the color of the coating and the degree of its flicker. The most natural of them is mica with an unobtrusive sheen, white and light shades of varnishes are regulated by titanium dioxide, silicates are responsible for maintaining the consistency of the product, with the help of bismuth oxychloride, the effect of mother-of-pearl on the coating is achieved. Bright saturated pigments usually have a name like D&C Blue, D&C Red, they are synthetic or natural, give the product a dense structure shade.
• Stabilizer citric acid is contained in each bottle and acts as a stabilizing agent.
• vitamins, keratins and other useful ingredients can be found in quality nail polish formulations, the manufacturer of which cares about maintaining the health and natural beauty of nails. Typically, brands fortify their products with vitamin E and calcium for added strength, nutrition and protection.

This component, along with toluene, has not been used among high-quality compositions for a long time due to the possibility of an allergic reaction and a negative effect on the surface of the plate - overdrying, increasing its fragility, loss of natural shine.

Nail polishes are produced in various volumes: from miniature 4 mm to 20-25 mm bottles for professional use. The volume practically does not affect the shelf life of the composition.

Manufacturers, however, declare that such terms are conditional and are only advisory. The shelf life depends on the correct storage of the varnish and the condition of the product. Today, on the shelves of the women's table, you can find five-year-old copies in excellent condition and with a quality that a fresh sample cannot be compared with. And a new product can roll off after a month when applied and can not withstand one-day wear.

The "bells" about the expiration date of the varnish will be a viscous, viscous coating, which is applied in a complex uneven layer, an unpleasant odor, delamination, a noticeable loss of pigment and durability.

Consumers often ask what are the best nail products. The answer is unequivocal: there is no better varnish, because the expectations of one woman from the product are very different from the opinion of another.

• Classic lacquer with pigment - the most common type. It has a glossy sheen and may have a slightly pearly tint. The pigmented composition differs in the degree of saturation of the varnish and usually 2 layers (rarely 3) are required to obtain a lasting shade.
• Transparent: This is the base, base or top coat. Even ordinary quick-drying varnish is recommended to be applied in a three-stage system.A transparent base will prepare the nail plate for a colored coating: it will even out its surface, hide imperfections like small grooves and cracks, and protect the pigment from penetrating into the deeper layers. The top coat will protect the pigment from scratches, chips, give a uniform glossy sheen or dullness.
• Composition for nail growth usually represented by a transparent dense consistency, however, modern manufacturers already offer to use pigmented formulations. Such varnishes are enriched with vitamins and minerals to strengthen and grow the nail plate: calcium, vitamins E, C, plant extracts, oils.
• Matte refers to novelties and allows you to complete the strict image of a woman. The matte finish does not have a shine and requires careful execution - the imperfections of the layers are immediately noticeable.
• watercolor shades distinguished by their softness, wateriness, they are often used to create a French manicure and are famous for their high durability. Usually watercolor varnishes are available in pastel shades and have a pleasant sheen.
• With sequins. Coatings with small tinsel are used as a separate coating, as well as for decoration and even top coating. They are not recommended for application over a damaged plate: small abrasive particles can scratch the surface of the nail.
• Lucky chameleons differ in that they change color depending on natural light.
• Thermo - the most complex and unusual type of decorative coating. The color of the surface changes depending on the temperature of the female fingers.
• Broken glass effect. When applied, such a varnish lays down, as usual - in a uniform layer.However, after a couple of minutes, the coating cracks before our eyes and turns an ordinary design into something original, while maintaining a uniform texture of the coating.
• metallic characterized by a rich silvery sheen on the surface, often cold.
• Marker is available in the form of a felt-tip pen and is intended for nail art or drawing patterns on the surface of the plate.
• Quick drying varnish can be classified in a separate category. A set of products may differ in shade, but have a common resemblance - fast, sometimes instant hardening under natural conditions.

Manufacturers often build their color palette from translucent and light tones to rich and dark ones. Pastels occupy the top position in the assortment of nail polishes: beige, pink, muted green, blue, lilac, lemon. Shades of the same color can be combined with each other, creating a "gradient" design, and this is helped by a palette of nail polishes and their arrangement by shades.

Saturated bright colors of the coating are located after the neutral range. The most classic color is red. At the same time, there are several of its shades: burgundy, scarlet, dark red, light red, with or without a mother-of-pearl tint. Dark colors of varnishes from gray to black require application in 2-3 layers to obtain a rich, even coating without "gaps".

• Anny presents 114 trendy shades for flawless coverage. The compositions are highly resistant and instantly dry after application.The brand's assortment includes classic shades like beige and red and the most trendy ones, for example, marble lacquer. It allows you to recreate the texture of natural stone without additional accessories and effort, which is suitable for hurried women.
• Lumene offers a novelty - varnishes with a gel base to create a long-term coating. Shades are predictable - beige, red, lilac, but there are definitely trendy colors - orange, blue, pearl. The product packaging format is convenient - small bottles with a wide brush.

• In the brand Catrice presents 45 classic shades, 5 chrome and 5 collectible with brown base pigments. Mostly shades of Catrice polishes are nude, everyday, but you can also find bright colors. In terms of coating quality, varnishes of this brand are considered one of the best.
• Decorative cosmetics for nails Kiki suitable for creating a daily or evening manicure due to a wide palette of shades. The coating dries in 3-5 minutes and lasts up to 5 days.
• Aurelia polishes are presented in large bottles - 13 ml. The palette is very rich - from beige and its diversity to rich shades of burgundy, black, emerald, and glitter compositions.
• Divage introduces affordable gloss and matte counterparts. Among them there are conventional coatings and based on gel - a dense plastic material.

• L’Oreal lacquers offer solid color nail polishes. The brand is distinguished by the fact that it produces limited editions of products with trendy shades and perfect coverage. A new shade is saturated blue - the current trend of the current and next seasons.
• Russian brand Jeanmishel launches a collection of inexpensive decorative products for nails. Reviews say that despite the low price, the quality of the coating remains at its best. The range of the brand has unique shades like lavender, peach, sky blue, which allows you to make a stable uniform coverage according to the latest fashion call.
• The domestic brand Trind presents a collection of pigmented varnishes with a plate strengthening system. Among the varnishes, there are those that give a matte finish without the use of a special top.
• The well-known series of varnishes from Pupa is available in miniature packaging, which will not allow the composition to deteriorate.. The brand presents 59 actual shades, the collection is replenished annually and just as often acquires new fans.

• Bourjois Introduces Classic Coatinge and the type of gel polish, that is, very dense and long-lasting. The classic composition dries instantly, as the manufacturer claims right on the package.
• Max Factor polishes are highly rated thanks to sophisticated 26 author's shades and easy application. The composition lays down in an even layer and is kept in perfect condition for up to 7 days.
• Varnishes "Horsepower" are enriched with a firming formula and contain in their composition diamond chips, calcium, vitamins A, E. The palette of shades is not rich, but the “trick” of the products is their restorative effect on the nail plate, some make it homogeneous, others strengthen or stimulate growth.
• Mavala Swiss polishes are presented in original deep shades with a large proportion of mother-of-pearl. Among the original shades are lilac, rum, lagoon colors, alpine green and aquamarine.

With ordinary varnish, you can create any manicure design from a single-color coating to the original one with several shades. A significant disadvantage of a manicure with ordinary varnish is that the coating dries quickly under natural conditions, and sometimes it is not possible to create a neat multi-layer design, moreover, the wear time of a simple varnish is limited to 5-7 days. An example of a beautiful manicure with a simple varnish will be a jacket, moon design, gradient.

To make a jacket with a classic composition is simple:

• First of all, you need to apply the base - Protection against pigment penetration into the deep layers of the nail.
• After the base, the main color is applied in a nude format, perhaps with a pearl or any other mother-of-pearl shimmer. Use 2 coats for an even shade.
• After the base has dried well, you can draw stripes on the tips of the nails with a thin brush or a classic thick one. You can use stencils or just use a brush.
• Be sure to cover the nail with a top coat - it will fix the surface of the nail and even out the texture of the plate.

Do not forget about the harmony of colors with each other. Holes are drawn with a separate brush on top of the main pimento, which needs time to dry.

With a persistent gel polish, you can create a beautiful manicure for every taste, from plain to ultra-complex.

Safe product for nail makeup does not contain formaldehyde and pure acetone in the composition. The use of these two components can adversely affect the quality of nails, lead to their fragility, delamination, and the acquisition of a yellowish tint.

In general, modern nail polishes are safe to use, provided the product has an appropriate expiration date.

You need to choose a product from your own color preferences and the following recommendations:

• Pay attention to the expiration date of the product. The lack of labeling on the package should discourage the purchase, since it is not known how old this bottle is;
• Quick Dry Compounds are more likely to deteriorate than those that dry out longer;
• Do not buy too cheap products, since they may be based on acetone and other low-quality components;
• Choose small quantities. It is better to buy a fresh varnish than to throw a full dried bottle in the trash.

It is necessary to store the varnish in a dark, cool place where direct sunlight does not penetrate. Before closing the bottle, wipe it with nail polish remover or regular acetone to remove excess product. This will allow you to tightly close the lid and prevent the composition from oxidizing and drying out.

The rating of gel polishes is constantly changing, but buyers have identified several favorites for pigmented coatings. A good varnish offers a brand Catrice – The products are easy to apply and evenly distributed thanks to the wide brush with dense bristles. Consumers note excellent shades: gray-blue, delicate peach, captivating red, pearl, classic beige and rich emerald. Best budget product Maybelline with a wide range of shades for creating everyday hand makeup.

You will see an overview of nail polishes in the next video.