The artificial nail extension gradually becomes a technique that every nail technician must know. Because not all customers have long nails or beautiful nail shapes, forcing you to attach fake nails to easily decorate. Currently, there are two extremely popular techniques that are using the press on nails and there are the 2 most popular press on nails, they are nail tip and nail form.
Although they both have the same purpose of beautifying and creating the most standard nail shape for clients, these types of press on nails have some basic differences. The nail technicians need to distinguish to choose the right type for the customer's nails.
Role of the Press on Nails
The 2 most popular types of press on nails are nail tip and nail form, both of them help you create a stronger and more natural foundation than regular fake nails, they have a natural thinness like real nails. In addition, they are used to increase the length of the nails, improve the shape and defects of the nails and facilitate the subsequent steps of nail decoration much more smoothly and easily.
The nail technicians who want to apply powder or gel to customers can use both techniques to create the form background first.
In general, nail form and nail tip both have the following roles:
They help to shorten the time for nailing and increase nail length. They are also easy to adjust the length, different styles, improve nail shape and easy to combine with powder or gel techniques. They are so convenient for nail decoration according to modern trends.
The common points of these kinds of presses are that when used correctly, they will be as strong and hard as other types and other nail methods. In addition, they look more natural and take less time than regular nails. These two types of false nails are currently very popular with girls who are passionate about nail art. In this article, let's find out the basic differences between nail forms and nail tips!
Let's Find out the Basic Differences Between Nail Forms and Nail Tips!
Nail Tip
Basically, this method is the use of a moderately thin, high-strength false nail and glued and glued to each nail with a specialized nail glue. Nail tip is to use pre-shaped fake nails, then use specialized glue to attach to natural nails. They are specified in terms of available shapes and sizes. There are many suitable nail shapes and sizes for customers to choose from.
The nail technician will choose the type of nail tip with the desired nail shape, then choose nail tips according to the customer's nail size, you can also choose a clear or opaque nail tip.
How to Use Nail Tips
First of all, choose a nail tip of the right size and shape. This is an important step, helping to prevent the fake nails from falling off, breaking or worse, damaging the real nails.
Next you have to adjust the tip of the nail for the guest, you can create a roughness for the nail to make the glue stronger. The worker can use a file or a grinder to thin the tip of the nail before applying the tip. This will make the nail tip more flexible, reduce pressure on the nail, and limit breakage.
Then use specialized glue to spread on the false nail, then fix it to the customer's nail, adjust it firmly and snugly against the tip of the nail.
When waiting for the nail to dry completely, then use scissors or pliers to trim the tip to the desired length, and file it back in the style you want.
Finally, apply a layer of powder or gel to strengthen the foundation, create a beautiful and durable surface and you're done.
Nail Form
Nail form uses shaping stickers, then using powder or gel to cover the form paper to create the foundation. On the form stickers, there will be lines available for you to easily align the length as well as create an even and balanced nail shape.
Form stickers can be used one or more times. But the disposable type is preferred by nail technicians because of its convenience and hygiene.
Currently, nail form paper has many types, with diverse designs. They often have similar uses, you just need to choose for yourself the most suitable and convenient type.
How to Use Nail Form
Nail form is different from nail tip in using a sticker placed under the nail. The most important thing when using form is that you need to align so that the sticker fits close to the tip of the nail, not exposed, hugging the nail tip.
You must glue the form paper so that it is in the correct position, hugging the nail, but not too tight and not creating a gap.
The edge of the nail tip should be placed according to the border on the paper, so that when applied, it is easy to adjust the desired shape.
After applying the standard form, you will use powder or gel to cover the nail and the paper to create a complete nail shape. You can cut the file as you like.
Finally, when the powder or gel is dry and the foundation is hard, gently remove the paper and you're done.
Final Thought
We have already found out the most popular press on nails and the difference between nail form or nail tip. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages. The choice of technique to use is up to you considering your skills, the current condition of the client's nails, and also the comfort and preferences of the client. We hope this information will be useful for those who are learning to become a tech.