Being a Nail Technician

 Hey Guys please check out this video of cleaning your acrylic brush with Acetone to remove excess acrylic from your brush and making sure it doesn't get hard and you have to buy a new one every week. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBi1BRd0j04

  Tools: UV lamp (LED light will also work) Nail file/ soft buffer Base coat/top coat of sticky, protective gel Gel cleanser Primer Lint-free wipes

 How to Apply Acrylic Nails The products you’ll need: Cuticle Pusher Nail File & Buffing Block Nail Prep/Dehydrator Acid Free Nail Primer Dappen Dish Acrylic Nail Brush Lint Free Wipes Acrylic Powder  Acrylic Liquid (we recommend Medium Speed or Maximum Adhesion for beginners as you have a slower drying time) Top Coat (either Air Dry, Mega Gloss or Matte Top Coat) Nail Tips (optional) Nail Glue (optional) Pure Acetone (optional) Cuticle Oil (optional) Pinching Tool (optional) Manicure Brush (optional) Step 1. Prepping the Nail 1.  Gently push the cuticle back with your cuticle pusher, ensuring no cuticle remains on the nail bed, as the acrylic will not stick to it. 2. Use a buffing block to remove all shine to the nail by softly swiping left and right over the entire nail bed. 3. Remove dust either with your manicure brush or wipe over with some acetone on a lint-free pad. Applying a Nail Tip  1. Pick out the correct sized nail tips that fit your nails snugly and...

Nail artistry requires skill, technique, & precision. The tools & products used to care for the nails on your hands & feet also play an important role in the quality of the finished product. Nail artistry includes beauty treatments for hands, fingernails, feet, & toe nails A qualified technician can typically perform the following treatments: Manicure & Gel Manicure Pedicure – Acrylic , Polish or Gel Nail Tips – Repairs & Maintenance Not only does taking care of your nails keep you looking healthy & polished, but your nails also provide important clues to your overall health. Broken, discolored, or misshapen nails can indicate nutritional deficiencies, infections, or skin conditions. Next Blog will be on basics of doing a full set of acrylic nails