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What is Digital Nail Art? |
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Digital nail art is a relatively new technical development.
It enables the procedure of nail art to be performed by a
computer and printer. This can be elaborated by stating that
the whole world of colours and designs can now be painted
onto a fingernail, or even toenail.
How is the procedure performed?
After the nails are given a basic manicure, which involves
cleaning the nail, removing the cuticle and any dead skin
around the edge of the nail.
The nails can then be given a base coat (usually a strong
white) to enhance a coloured design.
Or if the client wishes to have a natural look in the back
ground of the design, then no base coat is required.
Then the activation coat is applied - this ensures that the
design dries quickly.
The client chooses their design either from preset designs
or from thier own picture - which can be scanned into the
computer.
After placing the hand into the machine the design can then
be printed.
How long does it take?
The printing itself takes approximately 10 seconds per nail,
and depends on the design - sometimes even quicker. The whole
process including nail preperation and drying of coats in
between can take 15 minutes.
How long do the designs last?
They last as long as a normal nail varnish treatment. With
the application of two thin coats of clear nail varnish -
paying special attention to the tips, then if you are carefull
with your nails, the designs can last two weeks or longer.
Are the inks and varnishes dangerous?
All the inks and varnishes have been tested to comply with
all safety standards and are perfectly safe.
Are your hands safe in the machine?
Your hands are placed insde a special cradle which holds
the nails at a safe distance from the printer head. The Printer
actually sprays the design onto your nails, so you don't feel
a thing. If by any chance, you happened to move your fingers
whilst in the machine, the sensitivity of the safety cut out
will stop the printing immediately.
Can it print a French Manicure?
Yes indeed, just use the white base coat and the machine
can print the french manicure with more flair and design than
you could ever acheive with air brushing.
Can it print toe nails?
Yes, fashion now goes a step further, and the world of design
and art is now available for your toes.
Where can I get digital nail art?
At any reputable nail salon, if there isn't a machine in
a salon near you, then tell them to get a machine so that
you can try it out.
To make the most out of this technology, the professional
nail technician would have to be experienced with general
manicures and pedicures. These are the basics to any nail
care business, but also a knowledge of computers and how they
work is advisable. The software is easy to use, but the process
needs a bit of practice in order to become proficient. With
expert guidance and advice from a reputable company, then
using this new technology will enhance your business and bring
colourfull designs into the lives of many clients nails.
About the Author:
Robert Geoghegan, Operations director of Digi Printers ltd,
based in the UK. An electrical engineer by trade, but happened
upon nail art technology through his wifes beauty business.
He now has an indepth knowledge of digital nail art machines. Please visit his website for Digital Nail Art.
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