Not round, oval, square or stiletto. The almond nail brings elegance and sensuality to your hands, being very simple to do.
Neither square nor round, almond nails are certainly one of the new trends among women. In short, it has the same shape as an almond. Above all, it is not at all difficult to do, nor does it require super-refined techniques.
A great option for those with weak nails, the almond style prevents the nail from breaking. Furthermore, this shape resembles the stiletto, but without the sharp ends.
This difference certainly gives a romantic and soft touch to the nails, without leaving them as marked as claws. Added to this, the current trend is for it to be painted in neutral colors, such as varying shades of nude and gray.
Anyway, today we’re going to show you how to do it and also give you some inspiration for you to do it at home.
An almond
Almond nails started to be a trend in Brazil at the beginning of 2020. In other countries, this shape was already widely used. One of the reasons? It’s because it breaks less than nails that have very sharp tips, such as square and stiletto. In short, she is also easy to care for.
Furthermore, the almond shape of the nail allows it to go from small to large in size. Any taste is welcome with her. Being a middle ground between oval and stiletto nails, it doesn’t hurt or break easily, as it doesn’t have ends. Therefore, it is a great option for those with chubby or shorter fingers, because it gives the impression of lengthening.
The almond style is a favorite in Hollywood. The Kardashian sisters, world-famous socialites, are very adept at the shape, as well as being trendsetters when it comes to nails. Klhóe Kardashian, the third sister, really likes the longer style and always creates the shape with stretching using the gel or fiberglass technique.
How to make almond nails
The almond nail is not difficult to do. All you need is a file and a cutter, in case your nail is too long and you want to make it smaller. Unlike the stiletto, the almond is sanded at the ends to give it a smooth appearance.
- Firstly, it is important to know what the middle of the base of your nail is. To do this, you can draw a line that goes from the root to the tip, dividing equal sides. It can be with eyeliner, nail polish or marker.
- Once done, file the sides with movements directed towards the center of the nail. This way, they will have a triangular shape, unlike the square, which is sanded straight.
- Lastly, sand the tip so that it is rounded (this is where it looks different from a stiletto).
Inspirations
Now that you know how to do almond nails, check out some inspiration to do your nails with style and elegance, innovating as much as you want. Check out:
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Sources: Dicas de Mulher, Donna, Mão Feita
Images: Pinterest, Delas
