Regular upkeep maintains nail health and helps to make you feel relaxed, polished and put together. Here are a few ideas for manicure styles that you can try the next time you go to the salon.
1. Acrylic Manicure
Getting an acrylic manicure will give your natural nails an enhanced look by applying artificial acrylic nails to your natural nails.
First, your nail technician will remove your cuticle and apply acrylic powder or liquid. Then, the artificial nails will be attached. You can have a plethora of designs and colors to choose from to make the manicure truly yours.
As your nails grow, there will be a gap between the new nail growth and the bottom of the original acrylic nail. Not to worry—you can always stop by the salon for a quick fill to increase the longevity of your manicure.
2. Gel Manicure
Gel manicures have been getting a lot of exposure lately due to their flexibility and natural look. The gel can be applied to artificial nails or directly onto the natural nail.
After the gel is applied, it will need to be set under a UV lamp. Overall, they function much like acrylic nails but feel less rigid.
If you prefer a more a natural feel with your synthetic nails, opting for a gel manicure is what you need.
3. Shellac Manicure
If you want a manicure that is like a gel manicure but not as thick, then a shellac manicure should do the trick. Shellac manicures are even thinner than gel manicures, which makes them look even more natural, especially since they are flexible as well.
They still require setting time under a UV lamp. However, this means that you will leave without having to wait for your nails to dry.
There is no risk of accidentally chipping or smudging your drying nails when you use Shellac. Shellac is a great option for those who want a long lasting manicure that looks natural.
4. Spa Manicure
Sometimes it's not about the material of nails you want, but it's more about the salon experience. Spa manicures combine the luxury of beauty treatments and the lasting results of a manicure into one convenient package.
Choose from a variety of spa nail treatments like paraffin to moisturize your hands or hot stones to feel invigorated.
The kind of spa manicures offered at each salon will differ, but every treatment aims to bring something luxurious to the manicure experience.
5. French Manicure
When in doubt, go for a classic look. French manicures are composed of a light pink or beige nail that is tipped with a white stripe.
This look is especially flattering for people who prefer to have their nails at a medium or short length. It's also a professional and clean manicure that goes well in the office or any formal event.
You can also take a twist on the French manicure and add some flair to your nail tips. Why not add glitter, a surprise color, or some interesting textures into the mix?
This officially makes your manicure not wholly "French", but the product is still fun and cute!
6. European Manicure
European manicures involve softening your cuticle with fruit acid, which eliminates the need for steaming the hands.
Then, the cuticle is removed with a stick instead of the usual scissors. Your nail tech will then file your nails and apply any nail design of your choice.
7. Moon Manicure
This manicure, which was all the rage in the 30s, is back! A moon manicure takes the principle of the French manicure but instead enhances the moons on the bottom of your nails.
You have the creative license to use any color or texture you want to make this manicure a true expression of you. Try the classic white or black, or go for glitter and rhinestones to give your moons some dramatic flair.
8. Variety Manicure
Who says that every nail has to look the same? Manicures with different colored nails and designs are on trend and incredibly fun.
If you want to have a hot pink pop color nail in a sea of white nails, why not? Do you want one nail to have glitter on it? Go ahead and try it!
Manicures are your personal adventure, so experimenting with new looks is part of the journey.
9. Nail Tape Precision Manicure
By simply applying some removable tape to nails that have already been painted with a base coat, you have a stencil on which you can apply a surprise angled top layer.
You can try half-nails, triangles, diagonal cuts, and many more precise designs with the help of nail tape. When you pull off the tape, you'll have clean edges and an incredibly beautiful manicure.
10. Textured Nail Manicure
The world of nail art is more exciting than ever. You can now request rhinestones, chains, lace, and pre-made charms in countless designs that you can glue onto your nails.
You can even drill a hole into the tip of an acrylic nail to add a small "earring"! The sky really is the limit when it comes to nail design textures.
11. Custom Nail Art Manicure
Do you have a favorite cartoon character or interest you want to personalize on your nails? Nearly anything is possible with an artistic manicurist at your side.
The internet is also full of incredible ideas, such as Game of Thrones nails with dragon scale designs! Great art takes time and comes at a premium. However, but this epic manicure is well worth the cost.
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Our talented nail technicians are experts when it comes to manicures. To see a list of the types of manicures we offer, you may want to visit our manicures page.
Let our nail artists know your style preferences for unique and beautiful nails that are always in style. If you would like to schedule an appointment and get one of these incredible manicures, contact us!
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