NAIL TECHNIQUES 1

Another example of nail techniques from Suzie. It includes nail forms, sculpturing  and tips. Suzie discusses and describes the pros and cons of Tips v Forms

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NAIL TECHNIQUES

A small video that includes nail forms, pinching and sculpturing.
Suzie Moskal demonstrates the technique for both the nail technician and client.

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CLEAN NAILS

Staying with the clean hands theme, clean nail plates are an essential part of nail enhancement success, weather it is nail varnish, gel polish or nail extensions that you are applying. OPI have taken some time to remind us of the importance of cleaning the nail plate and show a few techniques.

TROUBLE SHOOTING NAIL ENHANCEMENTS

HAND WASHING

For some reason everyone thinks their hands are cleaner than anyone else's. I hear it all the time 'it's all right my hands are clean'. The thing is how long do we think are hands are clean for? Every surface we touch has it's own selection of bacteria - that goes for the face touching, thigh itching, head scratching and pole holding people. There are still people that do not cough into a tissue or even their hand, but just sneeze and cough leaving residue everywhere we touch. I could rant on for ever instead here is a small article to remind us to wash our hands before and after everything we do.

WASH HANDS
 

ACRYLIC BRUSHES

One of the main tools used in nail enhancement is the brush. A bit like hairdressers and their scissors our brush is everything. If it is not right we'll struggle for a good finish.

There are so many brushes in the industry, how would a new nail technician know which is the best one for them? Unfortunately it can be by trail and error, sometimes by recommendation, but because what suits one nail tech may not suit another it can take some time before we find the right brush for us.

When I did my training in acrylic the brushes were one size - small - we applied 3 small beads of acrylic along the apex, 1 in zone 3 and a couple more on the free edge. Now a days there are a multitude of brush sizes and techniques. What am I talking about?!  It's okay nail technicians will understand - really they will...

Attached is a video about brushes and brush sizes just to give you a taste of the different techniques and brush sizes. I hope this will help you to identify which technique and brush size will work for you.



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GALVANIC FACIAL COMPETITION

A galvanic facial - electrotherapy facial!!?! initially it sounded like science fiction then it seemed scary.

Aparently it works with a direct current, constant flow. Nope I still was not getting it¿ Why would someone want a electrical facial?! - that makes two of us wondering, but here I was going to be a model in an electrical facial competition.

The therapists' confidently set up their work areas, with the 'galvanic machine ' metal electrical probs and specialist gels. To the novice it was ominous and intriguing at the same time.

After an in depth consultation which involved removing all jewellery, checking if I had a pace maker or metal implants  [who did she think I was - the bionic woman!?!] I was assured it would not hurt; the most I would feel is a warming sensation.  The first part of the treatment was a great deep cleansing facial and extraction - my pores were singing [maybe breathing for the first time!]

Then the moment came, I was asked to hold a metal probe, which would direct the current through my body to my face where the therapist rolled a probe over my face. This was the moment for specialist the gel which would be forced into the deep layers of my skin, soften lines that I have and help prevent premature lines. Age marks and dis-colouration evened out if not banished.

I wish I had taken a before and after photo. [You'll have to settle for pictures of the contestants set-up instead]

My pores/skin is  refined. The dark shadows that had built up around my eyes have practically gone. My frown lines are not as deep and guess what - I slept through the whole thing it was so relaxing!

Please note The Salon is a training salon for trainee therapist that are working towards their qualifications. If you want to experience this treatment contact:

020 7208 1302

SCULPTURED GEL NAILS

This video is aimed at the level 3 advanced nail technicians. Plus it will give the level 2's an idea of what they can achieve. It's for those days when you really want to do something different. CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO