Nail printer: features of use and application of designs

In the world of manicures, nail printers have changed everything by providing a new degree of convenience and creativity. With the help of these gadgets, you can print elaborate designs straight onto your nails, making at-home salon-quality results easier than ever.

You can make your own unique patterns or select from a wide range of designs using a nail printer. With the use of this technology, applying intricate artwork is made easier, requiring less time to complete than hand painting and producing beautiful nail designs.

The features, applications, and various design options of nail printers will all be covered in this article. Nail printers are a useful and creative solution for anyone who enjoys nail art or is just looking for a quick way to jazz up their manicure.

Feature	Description
What It Is	A nail printer is a device that applies intricate designs and patterns to nails quickly and easily.
How It Works	It uses digital technology to transfer designs onto the nail, often involving a small printer that prints directly onto the nail surface.
Design Options	Printers offer a wide range of designs, from simple patterns to detailed artwork. Many come with customizable options to create unique designs.
Application Process	The nail is prepared and placed into the printer. The machine then prints the chosen design onto the nail, which may require a top coat to seal the design.
Benefits	Nail printers save time, provide consistent results, and allow for complex designs that might be challenging to achieve by hand.
Considerations	Ensure the printer is compatible with your nail size and shape, and be aware of maintenance needs and costs associated with the device.

What is a nail printer

A nail printer is a tiny gadget that prints designs, patterns, and pictures straight onto nails. It works similarly to a standard inkjet printer that uses cartridges.

There are various functional printer types available from various manufacturers.

1. Mini options for one nail;
2. Mobile printers, medium in size, weighing about 1.5 – 2 kg;
3. Large desktop printers for nails that can print on several fingers at once.

• The first and second options are suitable for professionals providing services in small salons or at home, since it is possible to transport them when working on the road.
• The second and third options are most often used in salons with a large flow of clients to save time. They also make it possible to print designs on toes, provided that the finger is accurately fixed.

Such a gadget costs between 30,000 and 60,000 rubles. Depending on the model, the manufacturers say that a single cartridge can print 500 or 1000 designs. The cartridge will then need to be changed. The cost of the cartridge is approximately 3,000 rubles. Higher-end models provide the user with greater print quality accuracy, a larger number of images stored in the device’s memory, and a wide range of shade variations.

The essence of the technology

1. The printer"s memory contains a database of ready-made design images, you can select them from there and print them on a prepared nail.
2. The second option is to connect your phone to the printer, having previously downloaded the recommended application to it, and select from thousands of design options in the application catalog.
3. The third option is to print a photo from your phone, a picture from any source on the Internet, and even a screenshot.

Through the device’s integrated Wi-Fi, a phone or tablet can be connected to it.

A hole with a lock located in the front section of the printer is used to insert one or more prepared nails after which the desired design is chosen, the size is changed, and the printer is sent to print.

Keep your finger still throughout the process to prevent smearing the drawing. Following printing, the design needs to be sealed with a top, just like with a standard gel polish coating, and dried under a lamp.

It is best to select contrasting, well-quality images for printing because when applied, the contrast and sharpness of the lines are lost, and if they weren’t there in the first place, the outcome won’t be what you intended.

Package

It varies based on the model, the features list, and the device’s dimensions, but we’ll take into account the best set that can be acquired when purchasing a model in the middle price range of 30,000 to 45,000 rubles.

Included with the printer is:

• Instructions;
• Power supply;
• A set for applying the coating: base, top, substrate for Print Gel printing in white and transparent shades;
• Napkins soaked in auxiliary liquids;
• Liquid mask or stickers to protect the skin during printing;
• Artificial finger for gluing artificial tips;
• Mini LED lamp in some configurations.

A white backing works best for drawings and photos, and a transparent option works well for printing on glitter or colored backgrounds. The printer paint is the most crucial component in this set because it is only used on the backing. You can choose from the available options to replace the remaining varnish, either the base or the top.

Preparing nails for printing

This is one of the most involved preparation steps because, in contrast, using a printer to apply a pattern only takes a maximum of 15 to 40 seconds per nail. The basic method for getting nails ready for printer-printed designs is as follows:

• Trimmed or hardware manicure is performed;
• Nails are degreased with cleanser;
• A base coat is applied under the gel polish;
• Colored gel polish or just a white tone is applied, dried in a lamp;
• The skin of the side rollers and cuticles are processed with a mask for protection, a Skin Defender tool or protective stickers are glued;
• Print Gel from the printing kit is applied to the nail.

Place your finger in the printer by tracing its path along the groove and stopping it there. You must depress your finger in order to fix it. Your finger is released from the retainer by applying pressure once more.

Additionally, the printer needs to warm up before printing:

1. To do this, print 2 or 3 designs on training tips.
2. The second option is to wash the bottom of the cartridge with a napkin soaked in warm water or a special liquid that comes in the kit.

With the help of a nail printer, you can quickly and simply create elaborate designs on your nails at home. It functions by precisely applying pre-designed patterns to your nails using digital technology, providing a multitude of design choices and doing away with the need for hand painting. This article examines the many features of a nail printer, how to use them efficiently, and the advantages of adding original designs to your nail care regimen.

Step-by-step instructions for printing designs on nails

Depending on the device model, the actual process takes anywhere from 15 to 40 seconds after preparation.

Let’s examine the detailed implementation:

• Select the desired picture from the printer collection, application or phone memory;
• The finger is placed in the print hole;
• The picture is adjusted to size, placed in the desired angle. We see all this on the phone screen. You can set the picture to a translucent mode, then the nail itself will be visible underneath it;
• The finger is fixed in a motionless state, and the picture is sent to print;
• After 15-40 seconds, the printed design is ready, you can remove your finger from the printer;
• Remove the protective film or sticker from the cuticle and side ridges;
• The print is dried in a lamp in gel polish mode. The darker the pattern, the longer it needs to dry. The readiness criterion is that the nail stops shining and the coating acquires a matte texture;
• We process the ends of the nails with a file from below, removing excess paint particles;
• We cover the resulting design with a thin layer of top, dry in a lamp. The first layer of top is intended specifically to seal the pattern and ends;
• The second layer of the top is applied to level the surface and produce an even glare.
• Remove the sticky layer for the dispersion product;
• Remove paint residues from the side rollers using a remover;
• Apply a cuticle care product.

The printer uses safe water-based paint that is easily cleaned off after several hand washings with water, even if it remains on the side rollers after printing.

Pros and cons

A printer for printing on nails has advantages and disadvantages, just like any new gadget. Let’s talk about the things to look for when purchasing a model.

Advantages:

• Quick payback. The manufacturer claims that the invested funds will be returned after providing the service to 200 clients;
• Exclusivity. The status of the salon and the level of the master immediately increases. The novelty attracts attention and makes you want to try this design at least once for an experiment.
• Time saving. Printing takes much less time than hand painting;
• Ease of use. Clear interface, ease of use and settings will suit for independent development of the device;
• Coating durability. Since the design is covered with a top coat, the durability of the design is no different from the durability of a manicure with gel polish.
• Variety of designs. It is possible to print any drawing, photo, graphics you like, experiment with shades, and also create compositions yourself before printing.

Cons:

• With strongly curved or uneven nails, the design may not fit well in some areas, especially along the edges;
• Printed designs look better on long nails, where there is more space for a complete composition and application of large image details. Exceptions are small geometric patterns and details;
• The printer should not be idle for a long time if the device is purchased for home use. In this case, the cartridge head dries out and it can simply fail. It is recommended to “print” the nail printer at least once a week using training tips.
• Cost. The product is new, competition is low, there are few analogues. Because of this, the price can hardly be called affordable.

Popular brands

The gadget is available for purchase on Aliexpress, at professional nail art shows, and in brick-and-mortar and online professional stores. Already-existing brands in the market:

• Hollywoodnails;
• Eget HP;
• O"2Nails;
• Wonder Nail Printer;
• Art Pro Nail;

O2Nails is the printer that is most in use. You have a variety of color options for your device. The included cartridges can be purchased separately. There is also a service for refilling cartridges.

O2Nails X12.5

The priciest model among those being considered, primarily due to its status as the company’s most recent creation. Because the printer has an integrated screen, you can access the application without connecting your phone to the printer.

• Print speed – 10 sec.
• Maximum nail length -3.5 cm.
• Screen diagonal – 10.1 inches.
• The printer body is made of aluminum, which makes it resistant to physical impacts.
• Dimensions – 39.7*32.3*67.5
• Weight without packaging – 9.64 kg.

All the items required to get started are included in the printer package that comes from the manufacturer: a printer with a power supply, an 800 image cartridge, a 7.5 W LED lamp, base gel polish, white print gel, cuticle stickers, top coat, and a tip holder for test printing.

This model costs 87,890 rubles from the official distributor.

O2Nails M1

An additional O2Nails model that is more reasonably priced. Naturally, when it comes to printers, the term "budget" is relative, but this particular option comes at a price slightly under 40,000 rubles. Although this printer lacks a screen, it can be easily operated with a dedicated iOS or Android app.

• The printer comes with a cartridge for 250-300 images.
• Print speed – 20 sec.
• Maximum nail plate length is 32 mm;
• The case is plastic, and the printer itself is small, especially in comparison with X12.5.
• Dimensions are 16*10*13.9 cm.

Because the printer weighs only 0.5 kg, it is convenient to carry, say, when you are visiting a client. The model comes in a variety of colors, including pink, white, orange, turquoise, and purple, so you can select a gadget that will blend in seamlessly with the decor of a salon or office.

M1 can be made fully independent and location-independent by charging it with a power bank. prints all on one nail at a time.

Eget HP

Users highlight that Eget’s primary benefit is its ability to print an image on five nails simultaneously, which minimizes the steps involved in decorating both hands. The "stuffing" of the printer, which is put together based on HP, a producer of office supplies and printers, is not the last item on the list of benefits.

• Case – plastic
• Dimensions – 43*28*25 cm.
• Weight – 3.5 kg.

Standard cartridges, which are available at any office supply store, are placed into the printer. This implies that in the event that the paint runs out unexpectedly, you won’t have to wait for delivery from the manufacturer.

However, this benefit comes with a primary drawback as well. The makers of special printer paints assert that their unique, safe composition is safe for skin contact. Not as safe is regular paint from an equipment store.

A computer with specific software loaded on it is used to control the printer.

Art Pro Nail V9

A touch screen printer manufactured in China. When a display is present, working without a phone or laptop connection is possible. The model is quite large, measuring 42 by 60 by 30 centimeters, and weighs 16.7 kg.

Shopping center islands or beauty salons are places where Art Pro Nail V9 is installed. With a high print speed of 15–30 seconds, you can serve customers promptly without sacrificing quality.

Plastic makes up the body.

More than 500 templates are stored in the device memory, but you can also use your own photos. A starter kit for printing roughly 1000 nails is included with the printer when purchased through the official website.

One finger is used for printing.

Nailgogo F4

Small printer manufactured in Korea. Ideal for usage in compact salons.

• Print speed – 30-50 sec.
• Dimensions – 18 * 18 * 19 cm.
• Weight – 2.9 kg.

Available in a variety of hues, including pink, orange, blue, and white.

A computer or phone is used for control. Wi-Fi is available.

A 1200 nail print cartridge is included with the printer. Additionally, all the tools required for the initial stage of work are included: a holder for tips to perform a test print, gel, top and base, and gel for removal.

The cost is roughly 40,000 rubles in Chinese internet retailers. In Russia, there isn’t an official brand representative.

A new phase in the growth of the nail industry is the nail printer. More design without sacrificing quality, simplicity, and speed—what more could happy consumers want?

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10 comments on “Nail printer: features of use and application of designs”

Denis

Hi there. Which of your five nail devices is the best quality? And what is the price tag? Control from a smartphone interests me. Many thanks ahead of time

Editorial

Hi there, Denis! We don’t pick and offer printers for sale. It is best for you to get advice from retailers who carry this kind of equipment.

OlgaEditorial

Hi there, Olga! Print gel is available for purchase from the printer’s seller as well as on Chinese e-commerce sites like Alibaba. The online store for O2Nails sells consumables.

ValeryOlga

Hi, the contact page is o2nails.org. There are presentations and they are in Moscow. And upon purchase, they instruct you

Dmitry

The reason Epson printers are superior is that: 1) they are equipped with Hewlett-Packard hardware. 2) Used Hewlett-Packard 122 cartridges, available at any computer store, are used. 3) The printer has a five-nail capacity.

Maria

Keeping five fingers still at the same time is very challenging. one at a time, better. Furthermore, it’s usually not necessary to print on five at once.

NataliaEditorial staff

Hi, Natalia! The new generation Eget HP and O2Nails printer models are, in our opinion, the best available. When printing on nails, they provide the clearest image. O2Nails printers are easier to select because so many retailers carry them. High-quality printing sets all of these models apart; additional functionality primarily determines price.

With the nail printer, nail art has a contemporary twist and is now easier than ever to create salon-quality designs at home. Its capacity to transfer complex patterns straight onto nails removes the need for hand painting and yields reliable results each and every time.

There are many different designs available for users to select from, ranging from intricate artwork to basic patterns, so there is something to suit every taste. This adaptability saves time and effort while enabling creative freedom.

Although the nail printer is an excellent tool for creating personalized nail art, it’s crucial to adhere to the manufacturer’s instructions for optimal outcomes. Maintaining and caring for the printer properly will guarantee that your nail art stays perfect and keep it in top working order.

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