How to fix a broken nail with permanent nail polish?
When you least expect it, when you have a fresh manicure or when you have finally achieved the nail length you have been striving for... suddenly, it happens. An unfortunate blow has broken one of your nails. People who have ever experienced the tremendous discomfort of having a broken or cracked nail will understand that we are not exaggerating when we refer to it as a true beauty drama .
At Manicura24 we want a broken nail to be the least of your worries, that's why we're here to give you solutions and make this incident a thing of the past. Learning how to fix a broken nail with permanent nail polish can save you from uncomfortable, annoying and painful situations in the future. Shall we get to work?
Apply a coat of Strong Volume Base over the entire nail surface and use more product on the broken part as a filler . Using the thin brush, spread the product so that it covers the entire missing area of the nail and leaves it as even as possible.
Dry under the lamp and carefully remove the mold from the finger. Apply a second coat of Strong Volume Base to the entire nail (including the area that has been filled with the same product) and dry again.
File to even out the edges of the filler you have created and to give it the shape you want. With the fine side of the same file, you can file the surface of the nail to even out the volumes, give it porosity and thus, be able to polish it again.
In this video on how to fix a broken nail with permanent nail polish you can see the execution of the steps we have just told you about.
What to do if the crack has occurred on the free edge of the nail ?
What to do if the crack has occurred in the nail bed ?
In this case, polygel will also be your best ally in solving the problem. Unlike in the previous case, the crack in the nail bed cannot be cut to create a gap in which to introduce the product, so in this case, you have to work in such a way that the polygel covers the crack like a patch .
You can also use the tea bag trick . If you belong to that part of the population that has never heard of this trick: no, it is not an urban legend. What we are going to tell you now works. The idea is to use the tea bag or infusion as a plaster or patch. Are you curious?
At Manicura24 we want a broken nail to be the least of your worries, that's why we're here to give you solutions and make this incident a thing of the past. Learning how to fix a broken nail with permanent nail polish can save you from uncomfortable, annoying and painful situations in the future. Shall we get to work?
WHY DO NAILS WITH PERMANENT POLISH BREAK?
The feeling we get when we wear a manicure done with permanent nail polish is that of having harder and more resistant nails , especially if we have used a special permanent nail polish base to provide resistance and volume, such as Volume Base . But the permanent nail polish manicure is not immune to a fact as tragic as it is inevitable: breaking a nail.HOW CAN YOU FIX A BROKEN NAIL WITH PERMANENT POLISH?
Fixing a broken nail is a high-priority act. The urgency in repairing it arises from the possible snags that could make the situation worse, and we don't want that to happen.
The first step is to identify what type of damage we are dealing with: a crack or a break in the nail. We refer to a crack or fissure when an area of the nail has separated into two parts, appearing an opening, but it has not completely broken. In a break , on the other hand, a part of the nail has come off.
Once you have identified what type of damage there is on your nail, you can decide which of these two foolproof solutions that we propose below is the best for you.
The first step is to identify what type of damage we are dealing with: a crack or a break in the nail. We refer to a crack or fissure when an area of the nail has separated into two parts, appearing an opening, but it has not completely broken. In a break , on the other hand, a part of the nail has come off.
Once you have identified what type of damage there is on your nail, you can decide which of these two foolproof solutions that we propose below is the best for you.
STEP BY STEP TO FIX A BROKEN NAIL WITH PERMANENT NAIL POLISH
If you have a permanent manicure, start by removing all of the polish. This will allow you to see the actual condition of your nail. Try to remove the permanent polish carefully and gently to avoid further damage to the nail. Remember that the goal of repairing a nail with permanent polish is to be able to fix it without having to lose its length and shape .
FIX A BROKEN NAIL
If this is your case, don't worry! You'll see right now how quickly you'll be able to fill in your nail with this technique. Even the worst possible scenario can be solved in no time!
To fix a broken nail you will need:
To fix a broken nail you will need:
- Prep Liquids: Ultra-Bond Primer and Nailprep
- Mold for making extensions
- Strong Volume Base
- A fine brush, such as the Nailart Expert Artline #08
- A UV/LED lamp
- A lime
Apply a coat of Strong Volume Base over the entire nail surface and use more product on the broken part as a filler . Using the thin brush, spread the product so that it covers the entire missing area of the nail and leaves it as even as possible.
Dry under the lamp and carefully remove the mold from the finger. Apply a second coat of Strong Volume Base to the entire nail (including the area that has been filled with the same product) and dry again.
File to even out the edges of the filler you have created and to give it the shape you want. With the fine side of the same file, you can file the surface of the nail to even out the volumes, give it porosity and thus, be able to polish it again.
In this video on how to fix a broken nail with permanent nail polish you can see the execution of the steps we have just told you about.
FIXING A CRACKED OR FISSURED NAIL
Nail cracks can occur on the free edge or on the nail bed and, depending on where the nail is located, we will have to act in one way or another. As we know that you want a long-lasting and professional result, we recommend that you use Polygel to fix a broken nail .What to do if the crack has occurred on the free edge of the nail ?
- Pass the buffing block over the entire nail to give porosity.
- Using pliers or nail scissors, cut the nail from the free edge to the end of the crack, leaving a triangular gap .
- Apply the preparation liquids and, once dry, apply a base coat of permanent enamel and dry under a lamp.
- Using clear polygel , create a reinforcement around the entire nail, making sure that the polygel has been well introduced into the gap, applying a larger amount of product to that area. You can use a nail mould to help you. Once you have finished applying the polygel and have achieved a natural shape, dry it under a lamp.
- Clean with Cleaner and file the free edge of the nail to give the desired shape and the surface to even out volumes.
- If you have a nail file, you can use it on the inside of the nail (underneath) to remove any polygel that may have seeped through the gap.
What to do if the crack has occurred in the nail bed ?
In this case, polygel will also be your best ally in solving the problem. Unlike in the previous case, the crack in the nail bed cannot be cut to create a gap in which to introduce the product, so in this case, you have to work in such a way that the polygel covers the crack like a patch .
You can also use the tea bag trick . If you belong to that part of the population that has never heard of this trick: no, it is not an urban legend. What we are going to tell you now works. The idea is to use the tea bag or infusion as a plaster or patch. Are you curious?
- Using scissors, cut open the tea bag at the top to empty out the contents.
- Next, insert your finger, trace the shape of your nail (since it is a semi-transparent fabric you can do this without any problem) and carefully cut out the shape you just drew.
- Place a drop of nail glue on the broken nail and place the tea bag fabric on top, so that it fits the shape of your nail and making sure that it covers the entire surface.
- Reapply nail glue over the entire surface and let dry.
- File the nail to even out the volumes and the free edge.
Once you've patched your nail with the tea bag, you have two options: leave it natural or get a permanent manicure. If you opt for the former, you may need to reapply a new layer of glue every two to three days. If you get a permanent manicure, this won't be necessary.
With these two tips you will forget about having to cut your nails due to a break. Get a perfect finish by following these steps and say goodbye to the file and scissors.
With these two tips you will forget about having to cut your nails due to a break. Get a perfect finish by following these steps and say goodbye to the file and scissors.
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