ACRYLIC NAILS
ACRYLIC NAILS [ uh-kril-ik neyl]
What it is: A term sometimes used to describe a liquid and powder nail enhancement, but is actually the name of a large family of chemicals used to create various plastics. All artificial nails are based on acrylic ingredients and chemistry.
How to use it: This is an outdated slang term used to generalize nail extensions. Professionals should identify each nail enhancement by its specific name or system.
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ACRYLIC PAINTS
ACRYLIC PAINTS [uh-kril-ik peynt]
What it is: A water-based paint composed of pigment particles dispersed in an acrylic polymer emulsion, most are water-based, but become water-resistant when dry.
How to use it: This wide range of color can be a cost effective way to create nail designs.
How to apply it: Used with nail art brushes and tools, then applied directly to the nail and sealed with a top coat.
How to remove it: When working, acrylic paints can be easily disolved or removed with water. Once sealed in top coat, acetone is required.
How to store it: Store with lid closed tight in a cool dry place.
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Blooming Blood Rose
Blooming Blood Rose
Lauren Wireman
Educator and award-winning nail artist, Lauren Wireman, demonstrates how to simply & quickly style what appears as a complicated free style rose design, using the ‘cinnamon swirl’ as her tool of inspiration.
PRODUCTS USED
- Wildflowers Bloom Gel
- Gold Brush
- Wildflowers Void black Gel Polish
- Wildflowers Tissue Paper Gel Polish
- Wildlflowers Top Coat Gel
STEPS
Prepare & shape the nail tip, then apply two coats of Void black gel polish & cure each layer.
Apply a coat of Wildflowers Bloom Gel to the nail. Use Wildflowers Tissue Paper gel polish and its Gold brush to apply a swirl or ‘cinnamon bun’ into the un-cured bloom gel.
Apply a dot of Tissue Paper white gel polish above the swirl & pull a line out to the left & to the right of the swirl. Make sure these lines ‘hug the cinnamon bun swirl.
Repeat the process as you start shaping a rose.
Keep repeating the process as the rose takes its form right across the nail tip, then cure.
Apply Wildflowers Red Glass Gel then fully cure. Finish with Wildflowers Top Coat Gel & cure.
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Prep the natural nail using a 180-grit file, remove dust. Apply “Prep It!”, then two thin coats of Flex It! “Cover Peach”, curing each coat for 60-seconds.
Prep Apply a thin, even coat of HD Pro “Matt It!” Cure for 60-seconds.
Use the HD Pro Long liner brush and HD Pro Art Gel in “Graphite” to create a wavy line. Cure for 30-seconds, then rub line with a dusting brush.
ACRYLIC BRUSH
ACRYLIC BRUSH [uh-kril-ic bruhsh]
What it is: Usually made from natural hairs such as Kolinsky or sable blends of varying quality and used to create liquid and powder nail enhancements or 3D nail art.
How to use it: Used with liquid and powder to sculpt or overlay nail enhancements and 3D nail art.
How to clean: To remove any product or contaminates, dip in monomer and use a wood stick to clean the hairs. Always use a lint-free wipe to absorb excess monomer and bring it back to a point.
How to store it: Store in an aerated covered container or with the brush’s cap to protect the hair. Ensure there is a hole in the end of the cap to allow vapors to escape. Store brush laying flat or with hair pointed down if the cap is on.
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ACRYLATE
ACRYLATE [ak-ruh-leyt]
What it is: A chemical molecule or monomer that binds together in a process called polymerisation to form plastic materials that are known for their transparency, resistance to breakage and elasticity.
How to use it: Acrylates are the base ingredients of most artificial nail products.
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BASE COAT
Gotti Nails Base Coat
Gel Base Coat
BASE COAT [beys-koht]
What it is: Formulated to bond color to the natural nail, this nitrocelulose or gel-based product is used to promote adhesion of color and prevent staining.
How to use it: Used in manicures or artificial nail services to bond polish or gel polish to the surface of the nail.
How to apply it: Applied in a thin layer smoothly and evenly over a prepared natural nail or enhancement covering the tip.
How to remove it: Removed with acetone-based product remover.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep away from heat and light.
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PAINT PALETTE
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Gotti Gel Color
Assorted Gel Polish Colors
PAINT PALETTE [peynt pal-it]
What it is: Any item used to hold art colors for nail art.
How to use it: 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 it: 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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PALETTE
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Assorted Nail Lacquers
PALETTE [pal-it]
What it is: Any item used to hold art colors for nail art.
How to use it: 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 it: 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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COLORED POLYMERS
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Acrylic Powder System
COLORED POLYMERS [kuhl-erd pol-uh-mer]
What it is: Any polymer powder that is pigmented.
How to use it: Used in nail enhancements, nail designs and nail art to add color and or dimension.
How to apply it: Use with monomer to create a bead of color and apply as desired for color and dimension.
How to remove it: Dissolve with acetone or product remover according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep away from heat and light.
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COLORED POWDER
Recommended Products
Gotti Full Fusion Acrylic Powder Collection
Acrylic Powder System
COLORED POWDER [kuhl-erd pou-der]
What it is: Any polymer powder that is pigmented.
How to use it: Used in nail enhancements, nail designs and nail art to add color and or dimension.
How to apply it: Use with monomer to create a bead of color and apply as desired for color and dimension.
How to remove it: Dissolve with acetone or product remover according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep away from heat and light.