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Glossary: Nail Terminology

Basic and advanced nail technology terminology definitions

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Basic and advanced nail technology terminology definitions

Nail Terms Defined A -Z

Nail Chemistry Glossary

Detailed definitions of chemical terms

Common Nail Chemicals

Names and synonymns of common chemicals found in nail products


Sanitation, Safety, and Chemistry

Working safe, clean, and informed.

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Pedicure Sanitation

Step-By-Step Pedicure Equipment Cleaning and Disinfection Procedures

Moisturizers & Skin Care Chemistry

Moisturizers and how they work; why water is key to healthy skin and nails.

Sanitation of Nail Technology Tools

Types and methods of sanitation and disinfection for nail services

Safe Working Habits For Healthy Air

A list of recommendations to improve air quality in the salon

Salon Safety Checklist

Tips for improving safety in the salon

Acids, Primers, and pH

How primer works; acids, bases and the pH scale


Nail Tech 101

Basic terminology, techniques, and info on supplies such as: files, nippers, tip application, etc.

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Pre-Service

Steps to take before every nail service appointment

Client Consultation

How to conduct and get the most out of a pre-service consultation

Post-Service Procedures

Steps to take after every nail service

Tips and Forms

Choosing between tips and forms; application steps

Files, E-files (drills) and Buffers

Choosing the right file for the job

Metal Implements

Nippers, clippers, pushers and more; jaws, joints, springs and more

Shaping Nails

Putting shape into both natutal and enhanced nails

Nail Polish

How to polish nails perfectly


Nail Diseases and Disorders

The nail as a window on health.

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Corns and Calluses

What they are and how to care for them.

Glossary

Descriptions of common nail diseases and disorders


Manicure and Pedicure

Step-by-step instruction plus money-making and client-pleasing service add-ons

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The Foot: Anatomy & Physiology

Foot Facts

Pedicures

Pedicure and Diabetes

Pedicures

Everything you wanted to know about toe nail fungus.

Pedicure Step-By-Step

How to perform pedicure services

Hand: Anatomy & Physiology

Structure of the hands and nails

Turn Manicures Into Big Profits

With new treatments and add-ons, manicures can now compete with enhancement services for profit generated per hour!

Basic Manicure

Basic steps in manicuring nails

Hot Oil Manicure

Step-By-Step Procedure For Hot Oil Manicure


Nail Enhancements

A step by step guide to all nail enhancement applications, including tips and tricks

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Full-Set Acrylic: Tip Overlay

Step-By-Step Full-Set Acrylic Tip Overlay Instructions

Full-Set Acrylic:Sculpts

Instructions for sculpting acrylic nails on forms.

Acrylic Fill-In

Maintenance of Acrylics: Basic Fill Instructions

P&W Acrylic Back Fill

P&W Acrylic Back Fill

Acrylic Nail Removal

Methods for removing acrylic nails safety

Acylic Basics

Basic techniques used in acrylic nails


Gel Nails

Step by step instructions to the application of Gel Nails, including tips and tricks.

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What Are Gel Nails?

A brief explanation and definition of gel nails

Benefits of Gel Nails

A quick list of the benefits of gels.

How Do U-V Gels Work?

An explanation of the properties that make gel nails unique.

Gel Nail Supplies

Descriptions of the varied types of lights and gels available

Full-Set Gels/Tip Overlay

Step-by-step instructions for applying a full-set of gels over tips

Overlays

Full-set gel over natural nail overlay instructions

FS Sculpt Gels

Step-by-step instructions for scupting full-set of gel nails

Maintenance Of Gel Nails

Basic Fill-In Procedure For Gel Nails

P&W Gel Fill

Step by Step Instructions Permanent French manicure Gel Nail Backfill

Gel Nails FAQs

Trouble Shooting Techniques for Gel Nails

Adding Fiber-Wrap

Gel Nails With Fiberglass Reinforcement

Gel Terms And Techniques

Tails,Ribbons, Gloss Coat and more..

How To Remove Gel Nails

Gel Nail Removal Techniques.


Nail Wraps

Step by Step Instructions and General Information on Nail Wraps. Including Tips and Tricks.

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Nail Wraps: How, Why, When, and What

Introduction to Wraps

Nail Wraps

Step by Step Instructions for Full Set of Nail Wraps (Tips)

Nail Wraps

Step by Step Instructions for Wraps Over Natural Nail

Nail Wraps

Step by Step Instructions to Patch a Natural Nail

Nail Wraps

Step by Step Instructions Fill

Nail Wraps

Step by Step Instructions Sculpting


FAQ's and Misc. Subjects

Answers to common questions and other misc subjects such as aromatherapy and nail biter clients

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Nail Biter Psychology

Why clients bite their nails and how you can help them.

Sevicing Nail Biter Clients

How-to Strategies For Handling Nail Biter Clients

Science of Aromatherapy

How and why aromatherapy works

Aromatherapy Basics

Aromatherapy oils uses, properties and recipes

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions


 

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