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简体中文The Difference Between Traditional Manicure and Handmade Press-on Nails
Oct 25, 2024
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In today's era of pursuing fashion and individuality, nail art has become an important way for many women to show their charm. Whether walking on a busy commercial street or attending various social events, we can see all kinds of beautiful nail decorations. Traditional nail art and handmade press-on nails are two common ways of nail art, each with its own unique features, and both have a wide audience in the market. There are many differences between them in terms of production process, usage, effect presentation and impact on nails. Next, we will explore these differences in detail to help you better understand these two ways of nail art so that you can make the right choice according to your needs.
Production Process
Traditional manicure
The production process of traditional nail art is that the manicurist first trims the nails according to the shape and length of the customer's nails, and then uses sand strips to polish the surface of the nails to make it flat and smooth. Next, an overall discussion will be conducted based on the nail art pictures or ideas provided by the customer. After confirming the overall plan, the manicurist will apply nail polish on the nails. Before applying nail polish, the manicurist will apply a layer of base oil on the nails. The base oil can enhance the adhesion between the nails and the nail polish, while also protecting the customer's nails and reducing the damage to the nails caused by nail polish. Then the manicurist will apply nail polish in multiple layers according to the determined plan. The manicurist can make solid colors, gradients and other effects according to the customer's ideas. After the applied nail polish is dried under the lamp, the manicurist can draw on the nails, such as lines, flowers and other patterns, or stick various rhinestones. Finally, a layer of sealing layer is applied on the surface to make the nails more shiny, increase the overall texture of the nail art, and also protect the nail polish from being easily worn.
Handmade press-on nails
The production of handmade press-on nail art begins with the customer providing the nail size, including the length, width, curvature of the nail, as well as the length and shape of the nail tips they want to the nail artist. The nail artist will select the nail tips and polish it, and then make it according to the ideas or sketches provided by the customer. This process is similar to traditional nail art, but because the nail tip is made independently, there is more room for operation, and the customer can freely give play to his creativity. After the production is completed, the nail artist will also seal the finished nail tips.
Usage
Traditional manicure
Traditional manicures require customers to go to a nail salon in person and be performed by a professional manicurist. The entire production process usually takes 1-2 hours, or even longer, depending on the complexity of the manicure. The completed manicure can generally last for about 2-4 weeks, but the duration will be affected by factors such as personal living habits and working environment. For example, the working environment of some special professions such as doctors and nurses is not suitable for manicures. In these special work scenarios, there may be many limiting factors that make it impossible to maintain a good condition for the manicure or cause inconvenience to the work, so this type of people need to consider the particularity of the working environment when choosing a manicure.
Handmade press-on nails
For handmade press-on nails, customers can wear them at home. Clean the surface of the nails before wearing them, and then use glue or jelly glue to stick the press-on nails on the nails according to the shape of the nail tips and the curvature of your nails. The whole wearing process is relatively simple and quick, and it can usually be completed in a few minutes. It is very suitable for people who need to change the nail style at any time or do not have time to go to the nail salon. However, the wearing time of press-on nails is shorter than that of traditional manicure, generally 3-7 days. It depends on the firmness of the paste and personal use.
Effect presentation
Traditional manicure
Traditional manicures are performed directly on the nails of the customer by the manicurist. After a series of steps such as trimming and polishing, the manicure can be perfectly fitted to the nails. However, the final effect is largely determined by the professionalism of the manicurist. If the manicurist has a high level of professionalism, she can carefully design beautiful and suitable manicure styles based on factors such as the customer's hand shape and nail length. On the contrary, if the manicurist's professional ability is insufficient, even if she spends several hours on the operation, the final manicure may not satisfy the customer.
Handmade press-on nails
Although the general shape and size of nails are taken into consideration during the production process of handmade press-on nails, the actual conditions of each person's nails are different, such as the flatness and curvature of the nail tips. This may cause a certain degree of fit problem when the press-on nails are worn, especially at the edges of the nail tips, which is more likely to be not well fitted, thus affecting the overall aesthetics. However, handmade press-on nails have the advantage of a variety of styles. Customers can choose from a variety of styles of handmade press-on nails according to different occasions. In addition, if the press-on nails do not achieve the desired effect, they can be removed directly and replaced with other press-on nails.
Impact on nails
Traditional manicure
In the traditional manicure process, in order to make nail polish or nail polish gel adhere better, the surface of the nails usually needs to be polished. However, this polishing may cause the nails to become thinner and more fragile, and in the long run, it is easy for the nails to delaminate and break. Especially for people who frequently perform traditional manicures, the damage to the nails may be more obvious, and it takes a certain amount of time to recover and maintain. In addition, nail polish and nail polish gel contain some chemicals, such as formaldehyde, toluene, etc. Long-term exposure to these chemicals may cause certain damage to the nails and skin.
Handmade press-on nails
When using glue to stick on press-on nails, if the glue quality is poor or it is used improperly, it may cause damage to the surface of the nails. Glue residue is difficult to remove, which may affect the normal breathing of the nails and make the nails brittle. Jelly glue is relatively mild and less harmful to the nails, but the adhesion may not be as strong as glue, which may easily cause the press-on nails to fall off and need to be replaced frequently. Frequent wearing and removing press-on nails may cause certain physical irritation to the nails. During the removal process, if you accidentally use too much force, the surface of the nails may become rough and may even cause the nails to deform.
Conclusion
Traditional manicure and handmade press-on nail art each have their own unique advantages and characteristics. Traditional manicure excels in fit, glossiness, texture and style diversity, and is especially suitable for special occasions and when the nail art effect needs to be maintained for a long time. However, it takes a long time to make and maintain, may cause certain damage to the nails, and the price is relatively high. Handmade press-on nail art has the advantages of being convenient and fast, can be replaced at any time, and has less damage to the nails. It is suitable for people with temporary needs, who often go out or pay more attention to nail care.
Whether it is traditional manicure or handmade press-on nail art, it provides people with the opportunity to show their personality and beauty, and let our fingertips bloom with charming brilliance. With the continuous development and innovation of nail art technology, I believe that these two nail art methods will continue to improve and perfect in the future, bringing more and better choices to consumers.