In autumn, we change bright summer colors to deep and saturated. A sky-blue dress is replaced by a coat of the color of Marsala, a yellow clutch bag is replaced by an eggplant messenger bag, and the manicure of Barbie's favorite color is changed to rich brown. Everything inspires the warm colors: a cup of hot cocoa in a cozy cafe, crimson leaves rustling underfoot and, more often, cloudy days.
Nail design has become fashionable again, so you can give free rein to imagination and depict on your nails a “delicious” autumn manicure in brown tones.
How to make a manicure at home
Before you start creating a work of art at your fingertips, you need to bring them in complete order.
- First you need to file the edge of the nails (about which shape to choose, read on). Regardless of which shape you choose, make sure that the length of the nails is the same, since a varnish of a dark saturated color will emphasize all imperfections. So that in the future the nails do not break and do not flake, try to work with a file in only one direction.
- Next, you need to remove the cuticle. To do this, dip your hands in baths with warm water. You can put a little sea salt in the water, it strengthens and nourishes the nail plate, and a few drops of lemon juice in order to whiten the nails and skin of the hands. Previously, a fat cream or a special tool for removing it can be applied to the cuticle.
- Use an orange stick or a metal spatula to push back the cuticle. Sometimes this is enough, but if you prefer a trimmed manicure, then you need to cut it with special tweezers. If you do not have experience in circumcised manicure, it is better to contact the master, otherwise you can damage the delicate skin around the nails.
- Now you need to wipe your hands dry, and treat the nail plates with a degreaser or nail polish remover, so the varnish will last longer.
- Apply a base coat.
Forms of nails
Choose the shape of the nails based on the shape and length of your fingers, professional activities and fashion trends. But I want to note that manicure in brown tones for short nails is most suitable.
- Stylet-shaped. If you want to visually make your fingers longer and thinner, then such a pointed shape is suitable. The only negative is the risk of injury, if you have small children or your work is connected with direct contacts, it is better to avoid stylet.
- Almond-shaped. This form is softer and more feminine.
- Oval. Nails of this shape can be both long and short. She looks very neat and gentle.
- Square. It looks very stylish, especially on a short length. Ideal for dark and bright varnishes. The long square shape is a good base for the original design.
- Soft square. The most universal form, suitable for any varnishes and design. The absence of sharp corners excludes injuries.
Now that the shape is selected, you can start a manicure in brown tones.
Chocolate manicure varnishes
The most famous brands of nail polishes, the palettes of which have beautiful brown and beige shades, are listed below.
Lucky luxury segment:
- Chanel La Vernis.
- Dior Vernis.
- Givenchy Vernis Please.
Professional manicure products:
More affordable nail polishes:
- L´Oreal.
- Max Factor.
- Rimmel
Choosing the right varnishes, you can start the design. We suggest you consider the ideas of manicure in brown tones.
Autumn manicure
The perfect pattern for autumn nail designs is maple leaves with a crimson or gold color. To make a manicure in brown tones, you will need:
- Colorless base coat.
- Dark brown basecoat.
- Gold or red nail polish.
- Thin brush.
- Top coating.
On the prepared nails, apply the base. After it dries, you need to cover the nails with brown varnish in two layers (before applying the second layer, the first should be allowed to dry). Now, using a thin brush with a varnish of contrasting color, draw the outline of the leaves, fill the middle. When the gold varnish dries, using the same thin brush, brown paint the veins of the leaves. Apply a colorless coating on top.
Instead of leaves, you can draw pumpkins, apples, or whatever autumn you associate with.
Matte manicure
Matte textures are incredibly relevant right now. Matte shadows, lipsticks and, of course, nail polishes have captured all the fashionable glossy and online publications. To make a fashionable manicure in brown tones, you need a matte nail polish. It can be purchased from professional brands of cosmetics for manicure, as well as in more affordable brands. You can also buy a universal matte finish - it will make any varnish “velvet”.
Although there is another way to turn any coating into a matte finish. To do this, you need a kettle with freshly boiled water. The varnish that has not yet been dried should be held above the steam for one minute, but do not bring your hands too close so as not to get a burn. Now that the varnish has dried, there will be no trace of the glossy shine.
Choosing the shape of the nails in order to make a matte chocolate manicure , look at the oval or soft square. Sharp square nails with such a coating can look sharp and somewhat rough.
Matte varnish can both cover the nail plates completely, and select only the hole or the free edge.
Glossy decor looks very impressive on a matte finish , for example, a pattern laid out with rhinestones on one or two nails.
Beige brown manicure.
Another option is a manicure in brown and beige colors. It is lighter and more original, because from several close shades it is possible to implement many ideas for nail design.
One of the easiest options is a combination of beige and brown stripes of different widths. To do this, you will need a thin brush to apply drawings on the nails. The stripes can be either vertical or horizontal, straight or slightly curved, matte or with sparkles.
Brown-beige jacket. Apply beige varnish to the entire plate , let it dry completely, and then using special stickers for French manicure, or with the same thin brush, apply brown varnish to the edge of the nail.
"Predatory" manicure. Brown and beige colors are asked to create an animalistic pattern. The effect of a leopard skin can be made an emphasis on several nails, covering the rest with a neutral beige color.
"Tasty" manicure
Marigolds can be disguised as a bar of chocolate or sprinkled candy. This rather extravagant option is suitable for a theme party or celebration.
For a “candy” manicure you will need a basic brown varnish and a sprinkle for caviar manicure, it comes in different colors and shapes. It will turn out very impressive, but, unfortunately, it will not last very long, so do such a “delicious” chocolate manicure immediately before the event.
And in order to draw a bar of chocolate on the nails, use two shades of brown varnish. Using a thin brush, recreate the chocolate slices.
Even if your work and lifestyle do not allow you to dress brightly and brightly, you can always experiment a little with nails, bring a little cozy autumn mood or a bright holiday!