Nail Art Theory
A type of nail art that produces patterns similar to marble or other stone
What is marbling
Most common nail brush, most versatile, used for a variety of effects
What is round brush
An accent nail with nail art may take as long as
What is 5-15 minutes
This nail art service provides a brief overview of the steps to follow before you begin the nail art service
What is the Procedure Phase
How long to file a square, coffin, or almond shaped nail per finger
What is 3 minutes
Also called flat art or hand painting
This may be shiny or matte
What is topcoat
A combination or arrangement of colors that work well together for different effects
What is color scheme
This phase produces functional, predictable and pleasing results
What is the Create Phase
How much time for 1 hand acrylic application for shorties
What is 15 minutes
Consists of horizontal and vertical lines, including squares and rectangles
What is rectilinear
Generally flat brush with an angled edge, used for a variety of effects, one-stroke painting
What is the angled brush
A typical full set nail art design service for a short set takes about this long
What is 45 minutes to an hour
Reviews the service experience and client satisfaction, offers product recommendations, expresses appreciation and provides follow-up?
What is the Complete Phase
How long for proper sizing and tip application for a full set
What is 10 minutes
Blends colors together, usually using the same product
What is color blending / Ombre'
Light-cured gel formulas may leave this layer for foils to adhere to
tacky or inhibition layer
What is the last step when completing nail art
What is apply cuticle oil
This Phase establishes a rapport and builds credibility with each client
What is the Connect Phase
How much time to finish filing and buff nails, before polishing?
What is 10 minutes
The curve outward like the outside of a sphere
What is convex
These can be very intense colors, can be added into various products, including gels, and used to achieve various color effects such as ombre'
What is Pure Pigment Powders
When doing an examination for a nail service, the manicurist should check for these 3 things
What are contraindications, strength, and blood circulation
This Phase analyzes clients wants and needs, visualizes the end result, organizes the plan for follow through and obtains client consent
What is the Consult Phase
What is the Advance time goal for a full set of acrylic short nails
What is 1 and a half hours