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Gemma Dawson

Desperately unhappy in her career working at a university during her PhD in statistical analysis,” Gemma Dawson retrained in nails. “Whether painting my own and attempting some DIY nail art or having them done in salon, I soon discovered I loved nails,” smiles Gemma. “I’ve now found the competition circuit and Im fascinated by what can be created on nails. It merges two areas that I already love; craft and nails, so I’ve decided that my long-term goal is to compete, hence my love to busilding 3D figurines in nail products.”

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Choi Mi Kyoung

Founder of La Mort Beauty, a Shine, Nail Labo and Nail de Dance Instructor, Mi Kyoung has been in the nail industry since 2012. Working in nail education for over 10 years now, Mi Kyoung is proud to be cultivating nail professionals nationwide. She’s a master of e-file, acrylics, salon art and has therefore been called upon as an editorial nail artist for Nailholic magazine.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Matte Nails
11 Jul
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MATTE NAILS

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Matte Nails

MATTE NAILS [mat neyls]

What it is: A finished nail look without shine. Can be achieved with a matte top coat or by buffing the surface.
How to use: When a matte look is desired or a flat textured surface is needed for layering nail art products.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Glitter Nails
11 Jul
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GLITTER NAILS

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Glitter Nails

GLITTER NAILS [glit-er neyls]

What it is: Any nail enhanced with a glitter product.
How to use: When a sparkly or shiny nail look is desired.
How to apply: Brush or sprinkle on the nail depending on the product used and the desired look.
How to remove: Soaked in acetone or filed away.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Glitter
11 Jul
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GLITTER

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Glitter

GLITTER [glit-er]

What it is: Traditionally made from acrylic, aluminum or non-toxic polyester plastics, or more recently bio degradable eco options.
How to use: Suspended in nail polish, gel polish, gel paints, top coats, and mixed into polymer powders or used in loose form for nail art.
How to apply: Brush or sprinkle on the nail depending on the product used and the desired look.
How to remove: Soaked in acetone or filed away.
How to store: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep away from heat and light.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Electric File
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ELECTRIC FILE

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Electric File

ELECTRIC FILE [ih-lek-trik fahyl]

What it is: Created as a substitute for more traditional hand file, the electric filing machine is specifically designed for the nail industry to make nail services quicker and place less strain on the body.
How to use: Used with various nail bits for product removal, maintenance, shaping and smoothing on salon nail services.
How to apply: After proper training with the manufacturer use in professional salon services as directed.
How to clean: Clean according to manufacturer’s direction.
How to store: Turn off machine, remove nail bit from the chuck in the hand piece to store the unit safely.

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E-FILE [e-fahyl]

What it is: An electric-powered nail drill that contains a handpiece, a motor and a series of interchangeable drill bits. The direction of rotation and speed can be controlled on the motor during use by adjusting the controls on the motor or with some machines speed can be controlled with a foot pedal.
How to use: This rotary tool is designed to help nail technicians shape, smooth or remove artificial nail products as well as exfoliate calluses and cuticles, and prepare the nail plate for artificial nail services. With the proper training and education, an e-file can save time and money while decreasing repetitive strain injury on hands, wrists and shoulders from hand-filing.
How to apply: After proper training with the manufacturer use in professional salon services as directed.
How to clean: Clean according to manufacturer’s direction.
How to store: To store, turn off the machine, remove the nail bit from the chuck, and store the handpeice securly to avoid damage.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Pigment
11 Jul
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PIGMENT

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Pigment

PIGMENT [pig-men-t]

What it is: Insoluble, finely ground substances that are used in cosmetics to impart a color.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Ombré
11 Jul
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OMBRÉ

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Ombré

OMBRÉ [om-brey]

What it is: AKA color fading. This nail art technique fades one color into another, and the meeting point is a combination of the two. There are no rules to define how many colors can be used.
How to use: Used for a variety of nail art looks, notably the baby-boomer, which fades pink into a soft white tip.

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GlossaryLive Glossary Term Nail Art Palette
11 Jul
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NAIL ART PALETTE

GlossaryLive Glossary Term Nail Art Palette

NAIL ART PALETTE [neyl ahrt pal-it]

What it is: Any item used to hold art colors for nail art.
How to use: When small amounts of colored nail paints, polishes and associated art products are needed, use an art palette such as wax paper, glass, ceramic, acrylic, plastic, metal or other material to display the product for ease of use.
How to clean: Depending on the art products used on the palette, clean with acetone or alcohol, and then wash with soap and water. Dry before storing.

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