Shellac stamps. All about stamping design: how to use and choose quality materials

Why is stamping loved by many girls? The answer is simple - it is easy to use with clear and beautiful drawings on the nails. It was originally intended to work with varnishes. An ordinary varnish was taken as a basis, and a special varnish with good density and high pigmentation was taken to print the pattern with a stamp.

But gradually this technique of obtaining beautiful patterns was adapted for working with gel polishes. This made it possible to speed up the design process and significantly extend the life of the nail coating. In this article, we decided to figure out how to stamp on gel polish. And is it possible to use gel polish to print patterns from a stencil.

How to apply stamping gel polish

First, let's find out if the gel polish is suitable for transferring drawings with a die. Basically it has a liquid consistency.

For good grip on the die pad material should be tight and with excellent pigmentation.

What do we see when working with gel polish? Even when choosing a juicy and seemingly dense shade, a translucent pattern remains on the stamp pad. It does not transfer well to the nail, smudges easily and looks much worse than hand painting.

On the left is a special varnish, on the right is a gel varnish. The difference is obvious!

Let's make a conclusion. When using gel polish for working with stamping, it is possible to transfer small drawings. But they can turn out blurry or blurry.

There are, of course, experienced craftswomen, in whose hands even gel polish will work well in stamping technology. But in ordinary practice, especially at home, it is almost impossible to achieve excellent results. But there is another alternative that allows you to transfer skilful drawings from stencils under gel polish.

How to stamp on gel polish step by step

Let's consider how you can still work with stamping and gel polish. If gel polish is poorly suited for transferring drawings, then it is ideal as a main coating. You can easily transfer the patterns with a stamp to the coating and secure it with a top. How it's done?

Here is a detailed instruction:

• We prepare nails for coating;
• We make the base coat of the nail, then two layers of color using this technology:
• Then we fill the stencil with a special stamping varnish and transfer the drawing to the stamp, and from it to the nail with gel polish (the coating must be dried in the lamp beforehand);
• Cover the nail with a top and cure it in a lamp for 2 minutes.

The pattern made by stamping on shellac can be decorated with rhinestones, sparkles or other decor.

A stencil with a stamp is especially helpful for those who do not like to display details of drawings for a long time and who do not have artistic skills.

A beautiful and neat manicure can transform any woman, make her hands attractive and well-groomed. You can draw attention to your nails thanks to an unusual design, using drawings or patterns on the nails. To create a bright and chic manicure, women have to turn to professional nail design masters, since not everyone has drawing skills. For those who are ready for experiments and want to make an up-to-date manicure on their own at home, we offer you to get acquainted with a fashionable novelty in nail art - stamping, with which you will quickly learn how to create fashionable nail designs, apply a variety of patterns, pictures, without even being able to draw ...

Stamping on nails how to do?

In order to learn how to do modern nail art correctly, you need to figure out what stamping is, what tools are included in a special set for creativity and how to work with it at home. To easily master the lessons of decorating marigolds, a step-by-step guide and a master class of the process with detailed photos and videos for beginners will help you. We are sure that our colorful photos and video tutorials will be useful and interesting to you.

What is stamping for nails - the secrets of the masters

Stamping is the creation of designs and patterns on nails using a stamp. The stamp allows you to transfer the image to the nail plate covered with gel varnish or shellac, as well as a base coat: colored or colorless. In a short time, knowing the simple technique of execution, you can get a complex extraordinary drawing and an original manicure with your own hands, which turns out to be no worse than a salon one. You can order a special stamping kit at any online store that specializes in selling nail art products. As a rule, this set is inexpensive, its price depends on the manufacturer, the quality of the tools and the complete set. The main advice from the masters is to purchase a set of good quality, the best option is the Konad set, with which it is easy to create an unusual design. Reviews of these kits are only positive. You need to understand that using the kit for the first time may not lead to the desired result and an interesting manicure may not work right away, so it is advisable to practice more and use our tips and tricks.

What is needed for this?

Stamping on nails at home is performed using the following tools and tools:

- metal plate (disk) with engraving of drawings or prints;

Having prepared everything you need, you can start creating a fashionable manicure.

How to do a manicure at home - design step by step

The step-by-step guide below with detailed photos will help you quickly and easily create an amazingly beautiful manicure at home.
1. Before doing a fashionable manicure, you must wash your hands well, degrease the nails with acetone and apply a base base or colored varnish.

2.Apply varnish to the engraved pattern metal disc. Varnish-paint is applied to the entire surface of the stencil.

3. Excess varnish must be quickly removed with a scraper, at this stage speed and speed are important. It is important to hold the scraper correctly at a 45 degree angle.

4. Take the stamp and with rolling movements transfer the pattern from the disk. For a clear and perfect drawing, you need to make good pressure and force.

5. With the same rolling movements, the picture from the stamp is transferred to the nail. Let the drawing dry.

Stamping for nails - how to use with gel polish

For stepping, gel polish is used as a coating on which stamps are applied. The main advantage of stamping on gel polish is the repeated application of drawings, without the need to paint the nails, applying a new layer with ordinary varnish if the picture is smeared and needs to be reapplied. The base coat with gel polish or shellac remains. But, when applying a stamp on the surface of nails coated with gel polish, there are some secrets:
- do not use gel polish for drawings, it will not be able to print on the surface;
- it is necessary to remove unsuccessful pictures from the surface with a liquid without acetone;
- using shellac as a base base, it is necessary to remove the top sticky layer from it before applying the pictures.

Fresh ideas and novelties of the year

Thanks to stamping, you yourself, without the help of professional masters, can make an impeccable and luxurious nail design at home. A little practice and - stamping on your nails will be an exciting experience for you. We present to your attention a photo of the latest manicure ideas and new stamping novelties that are relevant this year.

The word stamping in translation from English means stamping. The concept fully reflects the essence of the procedure in nail design. Using a template and a special stamping device, a drawing of any complexity is easily applied to the nail plate.

The first experience for many is not successful, however, already from the second time the result improves markedly. Host your own master classes at home. The instructions on our website will help you step by step in choosing a material, tool and method for drawing.

Varnish selection

Any varnish is suitable as a basis for the drawing. An ordinary one will last as long as an ornament. After a few days, the coating will have to be completely wiped off. Gel is resistant to acetone, it or more, will withstand a lot of experiments with drawings. Having opted for a gel polish, do not forget about an ultraviolet lamp, a base for coating and a fixer.

Manicure stamping

For stamping itself, acrylic paints and varnish based on them are preferable. The drawing looks especially good thanks to its bright saturated colors and clear contours. It is convenient to work with acrylic, it fills templates well. It is often chosen as a material for stamps.

Thanks to the consistency of regular polish, they also feel comfortable filling in the patterned plates and applying it to the nails. However, the contours will be less defined than acrylic. If you want to make a new drawing, this varnish can be easily wiped off with acetone.

The ornament is also stamped with gel polish. However, the work requires experience, more complex reverse technology is appropriate. Below is a master class on this method.

Design ideas

There is a rich assortment of stamping records on sale. Which one to choose depends on personal preference, as well as the propensity to go shopping, search on sites. Producers make prints the most uncomplicated geometric, complex and not very abstractions, various colors, thematic (animals, hearts, cartoon characters, New Year's, flags, letters and others). For any mood and outfit. The photos below show illustrative examples.

Often the drawing is well complemented by rhinestones.

Baby Boomer Rhinestone Gradient Nails

The color scheme depends on your taste and the society in which you appear with a manicure. In some places, a discreet design is appropriate, for example, in an office, university. The prevalence of bed tones, low contrast cope well with this task. From a distance, your nails look just neat, unobtrusive. Up close, they delight in their originality.

On walks and parties with friends, everyone will turn an enthusiastic look at your nails if they are decorated with stamping in bright and contrasting colors. Our photo examples will surely inspire you.

Preparing for stamping

In stores, you can buy all the necessary materials and tools individually and in sets, in different price categories. We need:

• background varnish;
• varnish or paint for stamps;
• special pattern with a picture;
• stamp;
• scraper;
• base for manicure;
• fixer;
• UV lamp (when working with gel polish).

Before applying any varnish, you need to do a hygienic manicure, this will require a standard manicure set.

Having prepared the tool, we proceed to the background manicure.

Step-by-step instruction:

• give the desired shape to the nail plate;
• remove the cuticle in a convenient way for you, pushing it back or cutting it off;
• degrease your nails by lightly polishing them with a soft file;
• apply base, varnish and top; if using gel polish, dry each layer in a UV lamp;
• wipe the sticky layer on the surface of the manicure with a cotton pad.

The stamping base is ready. Often, some nails are left without additional decor, stamping 1-3 nails on each hand.

Stamping on turquoise gel polish

Application of stamps

For a clear drawing without unexpected surprises, the entire instrument must be perfectly clean. Any speck can spoil the outline of the drawing. Wipe the tool thoroughly before each pattern.

When drawing a drawing, you will have to work quickly. You are limited by the time it takes for the varnish to become too viscous and begin to dry.

We stamp it step by step:

• apply varnish with a brush to the pattern in the template;
• what goes beyond the edges of the pattern is surplus, remove them with a scraper;
• lean the stamp against the plate with the pattern, rolling it so that the pattern is displayed on all sides;
• print;
• the resulting excess can be gently wiped off with nail polish remover; if the base layer is made of gel polish, then, in principle, there is nothing to worry about; if from the usual one, then you will have to wipe it with light movements, barely pressing;
• After giving the pattern the proper look, cover it with a fixer.

Reversible way

The consistency and saturation of the gel polish does not allow them to perform high quality stamping with the same ease as a simple varnish. If you decide to stamp your nails with gel polish, you will need to master the reverse method, which involves the process in the opposite direction. The drawing is made on a stamp, fixed, dried, glued to the nail in the form of a sticker. In a drawing made with gel polish, enlarged details are preferable.

Our master class will help you cope with the task step by step:

• do a hygienic manicure by shaping your nails and removing the cuticles;
• process your nails with a polishing file;
• cover your nails with base and gel polish, drying layer by layer in an ultraviolet lamp;
• wipe the template and scraper with nail polish remover;
• apply varnish to the pattern plate;
• remove excess with a scraper;
• roll the stamp along the plate with the pattern;
• use a thin brush to paint the picture using one or more varnish colors;
• dry the pattern on the stamp in a UV lamp;
• cover it with a layer of clear varnish, dry it again in the lamp;
• cover the nail with an additional layer of varnish, the layer should be very thin;
• gently remove the pattern from the stamp with tweezers;
• apply the resulting sticker to the nail;
• distribute the picture evenly over the plate, cut off the excess, press the edges carefully;
• cover the drawing with a layer of fixer, be sure to seal the edges;
• place the nail in the lamp for 2 minutes.

Ready! The video demonstrates the described master class in detail.

In the described way, stamping for nails is done not only with gel polish, but also with the usual one. For many girls it is more convenient to draw a pattern on a stamp than on their own nail plates, especially when it comes to an “uncomfortable hand” (right for right-handers, left for left-handers).

Stamping on nails is fast, creative, accurate, does not require special training, and is affordable. Having appeared recently, stamps have made a breakthrough in nail art, made high-quality manicure available as never before. Its popularity is growing rapidly.

The third popular variety is. Their pad also transfers the design perfectly, just like conventional silicone stamps. Their difference is in the extraordinary softness of the pillow itself, in which the marigold literally sinks (which is especially convenient for fragile, thinned or injured nails). Despite the stickiness, these stamps do not need to be buffed. You can only clean it with scotch tape. But the method of working with them has its own subtleties:

It is necessary to transfer the drawing strictly by pressing, and not rolling (so that the flexible cushion of the stamp does not distort or stretch the drawing).

It is necessary to carry out stamping with such a stamp as quickly as possible so that the varnish does not have time to dry out.

To prevent the stickiness of the stamp from impairing the transfer of the pattern, its surface must be thoroughly cleaned regularly from dust and small dirt.

Soft cushions of sticky silicone stamps tend to fall out of the case often, so you need to try to control the degree of pressure, and before starting work, sink the cushion more tightly into the case.

An interesting and very useful subtype of silicone stamps that have emerged relatively recently is the A-hole on the opposite side of the case. Such stamps are especially convenient in that they allow you to perfectly center the pattern or part of it on the nail, aiming accurately. This feature of this type of stamps made them simply irreplaceable for French stamping.

The silicone pads of the transparent stamps do not stretch or distort the pattern during transfer, with optimal elasticity and rigidity. They pick up ink well from the engraving plate. The case sits ergonomically in the hand, allowing you to fully enjoy the process.

With your perfect stamp, paint and board selected, it's time to get started!

How to use nail stamping? Technology for creating stamping design.

In order for you to succeed the first time, and the result itself lasts longer on the nail in its original form, follow these steps sequentially:

With your nail ready and base applied, coat your nails with the base varnish color of your choice. The varnish must be allowed to dry completely so that it does not deform during stamping. It is not worth applying, as this may interfere with the quality transfer of the pattern from the board.

After drying the base and covering it with a layer of varnish-top, paint over the selected pattern on the board with varnish or stamping paint. Apply a layer of paint firmly to paint over the smallest details.

Holding the scraper (scraper) at a 45-degree angle, wipe off excess varnish from the disc with a gentle motion. It is not necessary to press the scraper too hard and firmly, as otherwise you will remove too much paint / varnish from the engraving, and the pattern may not be completely transferred to the nails.

Depending on the type of stamp, transfer the drawing by rolling or pressing, rather than purely stamping (like a regular seal for documents).

After each nail, carefully wipe the stamp, scraper and IDSL disk (plate). Use scotch tape for the silicone die.

Beginners will find it convenient to use the disc holder. It secures circular boards securely to help keep your work area clean.

When making stamping, remember: special varnishes and paints dry without a lamp and very quickly. Therefore, try not to let the varnish dry out in the engraving of the plate, stamp on your nails as quickly as possible.

Having covered all the marigolds with a pattern, be sure to secure the pattern with a special stamping top. It will protect the manicure from damage and tarnishing, and will give the design a chic gloss. Special tops do not smudge the stamping design if applied gently in 2-3 strokes. At the same time, try to smear the very drop of the finish on the nail, but do not touch the brush with the villi of the drawing itself.

Let the top dry and your exclusive stamping design is ready to delight you for as long as you want it.

Every girl who has tried stamping sooner or later asks the question: which is better - to buy products separately or to purchase a ready-made, maximally complete set? We are ready to answer this popular question as well.

Stamping kits: everything you need is always at hand.

It is much more profitable for the price to purchase exactly ready-made collections of necessary products for stamping, regardless of whether you decide on a small set or a stylish gift set. All components of such a set are only branded products from well-known, popular and reputable brands. Each set is designed in such a way that the products in it ideally complement each other in terms of quality (both in the quality of materials and in the safety of the compositions of liquid products and preparations). Another plus of ready-made kits is the availability of recommendations from the manufacturer. If you have forgotten something or are in doubt, a hint is always at hand, and there is no need to waste time looking for information.

Another important point is that before you seal the design, even if it seems completely dry, it is better to let the design dry for another five minutes before applying the top. At the very finish, pre-test the brush. Soft and wide brushes with light pressure on the nail and maximum coverage of its surface can least of all damage the pattern.

6. The varnish is not transferred from the board to the stamp, but from it to the nail. How to be?

The reason may be: too hard a stamp (choose a softer option), shallow engraving of the plate (it is worth changing the board to a better engraved one) or too smooth surface of the die (a light gash or will help). Also, frequent reasons for this problem include too thick varnish (therefore, for a design it is worth picking up and keeping a couple of varnishes or paints of different consistencies on hand). In addition, when removing excess varnish from the plate, do not be zealous with pressure, but just sweep away the excess easily.

We hope that now the world of stamping has become much simpler, clearer and more attractive for you! We wish you successful creativity and only perfect manicures :)

ATTENTION! Each action should take no more than 2 seconds. Applied paint - 1-2 seconds - removed the remnants with a scraper - 1-2 seconds - applied the pattern to the stamp - 1-2 seconds - applied the pattern to the nail.If unnecessary pieces of the pattern remain on the fingers, they can be carefully cleaned with tape or a cotton swab dipped in liquid for nail polish remover. It is advisable not to leave the plates and stamp dirty, as this may affect their further operation.

Result

Our stamping manicure is ready!

Stamping Is a new technique for applying patterns on the nail plate. The drawings themselves are created on a disc / plate with a stencil, after which they are transferred to the nails using a stamp. The result obtained is identical on all nails, as if the design had been made by a professional master. This nail art looks very impressive and interesting.

If you want to learn how to do a manicure using stamping yourself, it's not difficult, the main thing is to practice a little, get a suitable varnish and stamp. Below we will tell you in detail how to properly apply stamping patterns to varnish, and also consider the TOP-5 of good varnish coatings.

Special varnish for stamping - what is it?

The very technology of creating a picture is correctly called stamping nail art, this is a novelty in the field of nail design, which has already gained immense popularity. The essence of the procedure is that the pattern is applied with a special tool-stamp, which can be silicone, rubber and with a sticky imprint pad.

One of the main conditions for obtaining a high-quality result when stamping Is the use of a special coating for nails. Many manufacturers already produce whole series for stamping, so finding the desired color will not be a problem. The peculiarity of this varnish is that it is thicker than usual, and, most importantly, highly pigmented.

• Such qualities help to create clear and precise lines of the drawing, they do not spread and are easily visible on the nails. Today it is very easy to get acquainted with this technology - even ready-made kits are sold, which include everything you need to create a picture, including several nail varnishes of different shades.

Which varnish is best for stamping nails: an overview

With the growing popularity of stamping, the assortment also grows, more and more well-known companies produce high-quality coatings to create perfect patterns on nails. Consider the characteristics of the most popular stamping kits today.

Konad Special Nail Polish

The manufacturer Konad produces several options for acrylic varnishes for creating a stamping pattern on nails: in a volume of 5, 11 and 12 ml. The assortment includes a variety of coating options: pearlescent, matte, transparent, glossy in different shades. There is an opportunity to purchase other necessary tools for nail design from this manufacturer, only under this condition it guarantees a perfect drawing.

The consistency of the varnishes is viscous, the color is saturated, which fully meets all the requirements for use in stamping.

Stamping paints from El Corazon and Kaleidoscope are offered in an economical and convenient volume of 15 ml, a collection of 8 ml format has been released separately, which is gradually replenished with new colors.

The easiest way to verify this is with the example of white and black varnish - the colors used in the duet completely cover the substrate, even despite such an intense contrast. In the line, you can find cream shades, neon colors, and iridescent duochroms, not to mention simple monochromatic glossy and matte options.

Manufacturer notes high concentration of pigment, which allows you to guarantee the most clear pattern and one hundred percent color rendition.

Many fans of stamping use exactly Golden Rose varnishes, and not only a special collection for nail art, but also some of the usual options that have sufficient saturation. A huge plus of the product is its low cost and prevalence, however, before creating a manicure, it is better to conduct several experiments and check exactly how the colors will look on dark and light substrates. Varnishes from Golden Rose are produced in different volumes depending on the series, the product for nail art is in long 7.5 ml bottles.

The varnish has good durability and lasts about 5 days. For best durability, a basecoat and a topcoat are recommended.

Produced in standard glass bottles (10 ml), the price category is medium. Manufactured in South Korea. Products can be easily found in online stores and choose the color you like from the offered assortment. Also, under this brand, convenient stamping kits are produced, which will allow you to immediately start creating a beautiful design.

Kand varnish has the necessary consistency and richness to obtain clear and expressive patterns. Not intended for stand alone use as a solid nail polish.

Born Pretty Stamping Paint is renowned for its excellent quality. The varnish is dense and well distributed over the plate, the prints when transferred with a stamp are clear and bright. It does not dry quickly, which allows for a high-quality drawing. Within a year of storage of the bottle, the consistency of the paint does not thicken and does not require dilution.

The only drawback of the paint- this is the difficulty in removing it from the nail plate. Rub well with nail polish remover to get rid of the pigment. But this is most likely a minus of all stamping paints.

Can stamping be done with regular varnish?

The main requirements for stamping varnish are density, bright, saturated color. In addition, many people prefer that the coating was matte - this is how the greatest clarity of the pattern is achieved. This is where the popular question arises - is it possible to use ordinary varnish if it meets these requirements.

It is theoretically possible, the main advice is to first try to manipulate the transfer of a drawing with a regular coating, and only if the experiment is successful, create a full-fledged manicure.

In order to do without buying a special varnish and replace it with an ordinary one, you will have to work hard to find a more or less suitable one. But even here, not everything can turn out so smoothly. Ordinary varnishes can behave "badly" in the process:

• when transferring a picture, it may turn out that the varnish is not sufficiently pigmented, the picture will turn out to be pale and translucent and will lose all attractiveness;
• some slightly thickened varnishes, when removing the stamp, can reach behind it, leaving small "hairs" at the edges of the pattern, which will make the appearance of the nails sloppy;
• quite often ordinary varnish simply dries up on the stamp sheet itself and simply does not transfer to the nail.

If you managed to find a good ordinary nail polish, with which neat and beautiful patterns when stamping succeed, you can safely use it.

How to use varnish and stamp

The stamping procedure implies the presence of such mandatory items: varnish (the main color and for creating the drawing itself), a sheet with a pattern, a scraper to remove excess coating, a stamp for transferring the image.

The technology implies the following step-by-step actions:

1. cover the nail with the color of the base;
2. apply varnish of a contrasting color to the disc with a pattern, trying not to go far beyond the image;
3. remove excess varnish with a scraper so that the paint fills only the contours of the drawing itself;
4. attach and firmly press the silicone stamp to the plate, trying not to smudge the picture, and then transfer it to the nail, also firmly applying the stamp;
5. if nail polish gets on your skin, carefully remove it with nail polish remover;
6. if the result is completely satisfactory, it is recommended to cover the finished nail with a colorless fixer varnish.

Video tutorial on how to do a manicure at home

Do you want to try to create the perfect manicure using stamping design on your pens? Then this video will help you! Detailed information about the intricacies of the procedure at home will be an excellent theoretical basis and inspiration for experiments.