GlossaryLive Alisha Rimando Back to Basics Extending The Nail Plate
28 Apr
Back to Basics, Season 6

Extending The Nail Plate

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Alisha Rimando

Alisha is recognized as one of the nail industry’s leading experts in training & education. In her 28 years experience, her work has been described as ‘ground-breaking’ through her career as a platform artist & motivational speaker for thousands of promotional & educational events. She’s also competed in hundreds of nail competitions around the globe, notably winning the World Nail Championship in 2005 in Pink & White Sculptured Nails. She’s also the featured artist in many training videos, including acting host of the current Milady Standard Nail Technology DVD series.

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Learn how to extend bitten or short nail beds to create the base for a long nail look.

Do you have clients showing you long IG nail looks with short bitten nail beds? It's always been a challenge to match a nail look when your client's nails are not the same size length or shape as the model in the picture. With the help of the techniques you learn from this master class, you will be able to extend any nail plate to provide the perfect base for any nail look. The best part is with techniques from Alisha Rimando, the nail bed will look sheer and natural.

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GlossaryLive Alisha Rimando Back to Basics Camouflaging Flaws
28 Apr
Back to Basics, Season 6

Camouflaging Flaws

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Alisha Rimando

Alisha is recognized as one of the nail industry’s leading experts in training & education. In her 28 years experience, her work has been described as ‘ground-breaking’ through her career as a platform artist & motivational speaker for thousands of promotional & educational events. She’s also competed in hundreds of nail competitions around the globe, notably winning the World Nail Championship in 2005 in Pink & White Sculptured Nails. She’s also the featured artist in many training videos, including acting host of the current Milady Standard Nail Technology DVD series.

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Camouflaging Flaws

Fixing flaws in the natural nail is part of the job. If you can fix damage, discoloration and flaws in the nail while keeping them looking natural, your clients will never leave you. With cover pink or camouflage powders and a few simple techniques, you can fix any flaw or defect in the natural nail and provide perfect natural looking nails on every client.

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GlossaryLive Dip System
27 Apr
Glossary Terms

DIP SYSTEM

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DIP SYSTEM [DIP SYS-tem]

What it is: A resin and polymer powder based system where the resin absorbs the powder upon application to create a nail overlay.
How to use it: A time-saving method often chosen to strengthen and/or color the natural nail or tip overlay to replace a traditional overlay and polish or gel polish application.
How to apply it: After the dip resin is applied, the finger nail is pressed into the powder or the powder is sprinkled onto the nail. Once powder is absorbed, apply resin activator to cure the overlay.
How to store it: Store in a cool dark place away from heat and light.

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FILE [Fayl]

What it is: A term used to a identify any nail file , natural nail file, file or buffer. It’s abrasiveness is determined by its grit.
How to use it: Use to shorten, shape or smooth natural nails and nail enhancements.
How to store it: In a covered or sealed container.
How to clean: Files made from paper or sand can not be disinfected and therefore can only be used on one client. Files made of plastic or metal can be disinfected by a spray sanitizer or immersed in antiseptic. Check the manufacturer’s directions for proper sanitation techniques.

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GlossaryLive Cuticle Pusher
27 Apr
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PUSHER

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What it is: An implement with a spoon-shaped end, used to gently push back the eponychium to expose the excess cuticle attached to the nail plate.
How to use it: Used at the start of each service to gently push back the surrounding skin to expose the nail plate. Some pushers have a scraping end, shaped like half a nail nipper, that can gently scrape away the dead skin to clean the nail plate.
How to disinfect it: Scrub with soap and water, and dry. Next, submerge in hospital grade disinfectant for the recommended amount of time, then remove, rinse, dry and store.
How to store it: After disinfection and sanitization, store covered, in a clean dry area.

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GlossaryLive Tag That Trend Night Sky Dani Bailey
26 Apr
Season 6, Tag That Trend

Night Sky

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Dani Bailey

Dani Bailey plants her nail footprint in both the UK and the Brazilian markets, seeking inspiration for her nail designs at every opportunity. In this step by step, Dani takes the majesty of the night sky to recreate the ever-popular galaxy nail trend.

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Want to see your nail art featured on Tag That Trend? Our team is excited to see your work and get you published. Contact us for details.

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GlossaryLive Pro Tips Stop The Sliding Lisa Boone
26 Apr
Pro Tips, Season 8

Stop the Sliding

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Do you struggle with your gel polish colors sliding around on the base gel while you are creating your design? Then Lisa Boone has just the solution for you using the flash cure technique and another clever little idea to give you a better nail canvas.

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GlossaryLive Freestyle Nail Art Rose Garden Agata Galati
26 Apr
Freestyle Nail Art, Season 6

Rose Garden

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Rose Garden

Learn how quickly Agata Galati, Italian born nail artist, can create a Rose Garden floral nail design with the one-stroke nail art technique using gel polish or gel paint. This floral nail art design is salon-friendly, therefore your clients will be in awe watching you create it & will also love wearing this style too. So gather your gel polish or gel paints, nail art brushes and nail tips to practice this detailed rose garden design.

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GlossaryLive XXtreme Nail Art Design French Stiletto Oana Flutur
26 Apr
Season 6, XXtreme Nail Art

Design French Stiletto

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Oana Flutur of Galati, Romania began training in nails in 2006, by 2008 it had become her career. Founder of the Oana Flutur Nail Artist Academy & owner of Salon Champion Galati salon, Oana has invented 12 different extreme nail shapes, of which she has registered full author rights. Oana is a nail consultant for brands around the world, is a mentor, much decorated champion tech, international educator and judge. Oana showcases the steps to creating an extreme stiletto nail with inlaid layered French design created in white builder gel.

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GlossaryLive Life on the Free Edge Lauren Wireman
26 Apr
Life on the Free Edge, Season 6

Lauren Wireman

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Lauren Wireman

Lauren Wireman is a nail competition winner, international judge, curriculum developer, and owner of Wildflowers Nail Academy. She is one of the most sought-after international nail educators and product developers in the industry. She’s known for her down-to-earth and quirky personality, and fun designs. Lauren's journey to becoming a nail industry force, has been peppered with obstacles and challenges, from becoming homeless at 21 while struggling with panic attacks and depression to finding a positive pathway through support and her love of God. Today, married to a pastor in Georgia, with three adopted daughters and a successful global business, Lauren is a passionate advocate of the power of nails!

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