Until recently, short nails suffered from bashing and did not deserve to wear a nice varnish and much less an art nail. Fortunately, the modes change and today short nails no longer need to hide, quite the contrary. What to do with these short nails: that is the question! The team Manucurist flies to your rescue with the tips of care, manicures and colors ideal to sublimate them.
Short nails Pride
Good news! Short nails are re-established in colour and become desirable. Don't be afraid to take care of them and sublimate them.
Life is easy
Compared to long nails, Short nails are 1000 times easier to live. They are not likely to break at any time of the day, cling to clothing or get stuck in a zipper. We can do anything with her 10 fingers. (sports, cooking, typing on keyboards, etc.) without asking whether you're going to ruin your manicure or not. Nor is there always a choice between short or long nails, especially when you are engaged in a manual trade that requires careful manipulation. In this case, the short nail is the only option.
Another advantage of short nails: they ask less maintenance than long nails the manicure must be constantly trimmed, cut or taken back. They are also generally cleaner because they accumulate less dirt and are in fact less exposed to infection.
Anyway, short nails are the freedom to live as you want, without compromise on aesthetics! Well maintained, they adapt to all circumstances : with a neutral color and strict outfit to go to work, natural or with a nail art and a sophisticated outfit for a special event. It's probably for this practical side. so much more compatible with our contemporary lifestyles short nails must have their great return and now be proud.
Take care of your short nails
Short or long, there's only one thing to do to get beautiful nails: maintain them regularly.
The ideal care routine
Here are some simple gestures to do daily or several times a week. They only take a few minutes and will allow you to have healthy short nails and a more durable manicure.
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Massage the nail contour with a few drops of nail Emollient Effective and gently push back your cuticles with the aid of steel cuticles.
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Line the sides nails with a natural nail files to give them the shape you want. We recommend you an intermediate form between square and oval which will give the illusion of longer nails. Avoid the overly rounded shapes that give the impression of small nails.
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Hydrate and feed your nails by applying a few drops of Complete Serum. After complete absorption of Serum, complete with a littleGreen oil, a complex of 6 botanical oils with strong properties.
Adopt the Red Kit with all the essentials for your routine care.
Boost fragile nails
If your nails tend to break or split, it is because they are not top of their shape and need a boost adapted to their nature. To know your type of nail, do not hesitate to making a fair diagnosis Here.
In addition to the daily nail care, we recommend that you strengthen your nails from the inside with a cure of food supplements Nail Boost. This concentrate of vitamins and active ingredients (beer, magnesium, bamboo extracts) promotes the growth of your natural nails, with visible results in just a few weeks!
Find all the necessary care and food supplements in our IN & OUT kit.
For regenerate the nails very damaged, on SOS mask, enriched with D-Panthenol, is ideal. This night mask forms a super moisturizing film that strengthens the nail in depth and withdraws in seconds in the morning with soapy water.
A treatment base, enriched with AHA, such as the Base Force, can also be an excellent option for strengthen nail plate before placing a colour of Green varnish™.
Finally, the Active range of care varnishes are the best allies of fragile nails. TheActive Shine, highlighter enriched with AHA, strengthens nails while lighting them. Active GlowTM Raspberry or Blueberry nourish nails with their formula combining antioxidants, AHA and sweet almond oil, with a pink gllow look!
The icons of the Active™ range combined in one duo to illuminate and repair Fragile nails.
Short nail manicure from A to Z
Well-prepared short nails
Nail preparation is essentialWhatever the length of your nails. Find all our tips to prepare your nails well before manicure in our dedicated article Here.
Classic or semi-permanent varnishes?
The main thing is that the choose a good quality, bio-based nail polish with formula that preserves the health of the nails. If you opt for a semi-permanent varnish, make sure it is without methacrylate monomers, a sensitizing component that promotes risk of allergies and other side effects.
With green nail polish and Green Flash™ You're safe. The formulas are vegan and bio-sourced up to 84% and you do not need acetone solvent to remove the varnishes. To know how to place semi-permanent varnish Green Flash™ like a pro, date Here.
Vegan and bio-sourced up to 84%, our varnishes Green™ and Green Flash™ are clean for your nails and for the planet.
Nail art for ever
English Manicure revisited
Simple and elegant, the French Manicure is the ideal nail art to highlight short nails. The following variants are recommended:
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English Glow Manicure : combine the pink gllowy of the care varnish Active Glow TM Raspberry and the softness of a white varnish as it is smoothed on the tip of the nails for a modern French that embellishes and nourishes líongle at the same time.
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French Mini : also called Micro French, it is distinguished by a very fine line on the free edge of the nail, offering a chic and delicate result.
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French inverted : instead of highlighting the free edge of the nail, its contour is emphasized at its birth, a surprise effect guaranteed!
If you want to learn how to make a French Manucure step by step, check out our dedicated article Here.
Glow, Mini, Inverted, the French Manucurre is the perfect nail art on short nails.
Nail graphic art
Bet on modern and minimalist designs to enhance short nails. The geometric lines and shapes bring a sophisticated and artistic touch to your manicure, while remaining easy to achieve. On a solid varnish base, draw the Fine brush shapes of your choice playing on contrast effects between colors or playing on effects with the Top Coat Mat which allows to superimpose bright details on matt background.
Slim Nail Art with a slightly coloured line in Mimosa and Light Blue on a Hortencia base, and a layer of Top Coat Mat to finish.
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Points and peas
Dots and peas are another fun and easy to make on short nails. This retro look is easily revisited and allows great creativity in the combinations of varnish and pattern colors. On a uniform base color, create your dots or dots using a Dotting tool. You can opt for a minimalist design with one point or vary sizes and colors for a more dynamic effect.
Nail art retro pop with a base Mimosa on which you put a touch of Lilas.
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Short nail colors
Timeless classics
Neutral and timeless shades such as beige and pale pink are essential to sublimate short nails. The Beige, with its subtle shades of sand and cream, is perfect for a natural and refined look. It works with all the carnations and has the effect of elongating the nails. Sweet and translucent, Pale Rose brings a feminine touch to short nails. Its semi-transparent appearance suggests the natural colour of the nail, adding depth and shine.
Pastels so fresh
Ideal with pastel colours, they always make their little effect. Alternatives to dark varnishes that are not the best allies of short nails, these bright colors win a great success every year as soon as the beautiful days arrive. Tender and subtle, they easily marry your skin, no matter what your carnation. Our favourites: tints Pastel Pink, Lilas and Mimosa, available in Green™ and Green Flash™ varnishes.
Pastel Pink, Lilas, Mimosa : pastels fever!
In the mood for love
Serial lovers know this: it is impossible to resist the call of beautiful red or coral nails on tanned skin! These vibrant hues seduce at first glance and give relief to any look. Embrace your fingernails on Valentine's Day with a generous Pomegranate and in summer, flatter your tanned skin with Bird of Paradise.
Pomegranate and Bird of Paradise, colors that will make your nails vibrate short.
Let's shine
Is there a party-like look and you want to shine with a thousand lights? Do not hesitate to skip the glittery, pearly or iridescent varnishes and Turn your short nails into little jewels that will perfectly complete your one-night look. If the golden and silver colours are the most popular, do not neglect the power of the glitter in pink, white, blue or green. We're cracking for tints. Cosmic Rose, Moon and Gold.
Scintillate your short nails with glittery, pearly or iridescent varnishes.
We hope all these tips will help you reconcile with your short nails and take care of them as they deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we do a French Manicure on short nails?
Of course, it's even here. nail art technique ideal for dressing short nails. We will preferably choose a mini French, a French reverse or a French Manucur Glow which has the double advantage of embellishing nails while nourishing them thoroughly thanks to the varnish care Active Glow TM Raspberry.
What are the best colours of short nail polish?
In general, it is recommended thatopt for varnishes of light coloursdark shades that may give the impression of having small nails. Neutral colours, such as beige or nude, or pastel colors are the best allies of short nails. But there is no prohibition on wearing a beautiful cherry red or glittery varnish for great occasions.
