The one thing we know about beauty trends is that they’re constantly changing over the years, even when it comes to nails. According to fashion designers and trendsetters, expressing your personal style through nail art is a great way to change your look for any event and occasion. Besides being stylish and affordable, this is an easy way to change your look while having your nails always nice, clean and tidy. The best trend in nail art over the past few years and for the upcoming one still is nail dipping.
What Is a DIP System for Nails?
The nail dipping system is a technique that involves dipping the nail into a coloured powder instead of using nail polish. After that, the nail artist should use a clear sealant on top in order to provide the customers with a long-lasting manicure that can remain chip-free for at least a month. According to nail artists, the dipping system for nails has the flexibility of gel nail polish and the durability of acrylic nails. So, with it, you’ll be getting the best of both worlds. And the best part is that dipping powder can be used on both natural and extended nails.
Benefits of Dipping Nails
The biggest benefit is that the nail dipping system is more durable and longer-lasting than gel nail polish. Plus, it can be applied at home without having to go to a nail art salon. There is a huge range of nail dipping kits designed for home use raging in brand, type and colour, giving you the freedom to mix and match different styles.
Just like nail polishes, dipping powders also have a truly wide colour choice, which means that you won’t have any trouble finding powder shades according to your needs. Just keep in mind the trendiest colours if you want to entirely keep up with the trend.
The last but not least benefit of using dipping nail powder is that there is no need to sure it with UV light. Even after you apply the top coat, you won’t need to ‘bake’ it with a UV lamp.
How to Apply at Home?
Whether you’re planning on getting your nails done at the salon or at home, the procedure is the same. The first thing you should do is to prep the nails by making sure they’re clean and free of any dirt and oils. This is essential, so the technique could be successful. Besides cleaning your nails, you shouldn’t forget about pushing your cuticle back and clipping any hangnails. Once done, you should apply a bonder on your nails so that the product could adhere to the nail plate without the risk to lift off.
The next thing you should do is to apply a base coat (on a single nail) dip the nail in the dipping powder and make sure to remove (brush off) any excess. Re-dipping the nail as possible two to three times if you want to make the colour more intense. Repeat the procedure with all of your nails. Once done, wait for about five minutes for the product to harden and then you can apply a topcoat.
How to Remove Them?
The first and most important rule you have to follow is not to pick or peel off the dip powder. This can cause serious stress and damage to your nails, for which you’ll need a lot of time to repair. Instead, what you can do is gently file the topcoat and then soak your nails in pure acetone for about 15 minutes. Make sure you dip them in pure acetone and not nail polish remover as sometimes they can differ. In case the dip powder doesn’t flake off, wait for a few minutes more. The most important thing is not to pick it or peel it. If needed, file them a little in case of any leftover.
Some Important Things to Have in Mind
- Never share the dipping powder with other people unless you’re planning on pouring it in a separate container. That way you’ll keep any nail infections like a fungus at bay;
- Back to back dipping nail powder can weaken your nails. So just like with nail extensions and gel polish, make sure to give your nails at least one week of a break between services;
- Never use a dip powder or any other gel and nail polish if you have fungus. First, heal your nail/s and then apply a dip powder;
- Always put quality over quantity. This is essential in order not to get scammed by a store that offers poor quality dip powders;
- Always shop from a trusted and reliable store that offers certified and quality nail supplies.
