GlossaryLive Pro Tips Alisha Rimando Wait ti Nip!
29 Mar
Pro Tips, Season 11

Wait to Nip!

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Wait to Nip!

When working on your client around the cuticle area, it's common for the skin to become thin. To prevent any potential injury to the client, it's advisable to wait before using nippers. Refrain from removing any hangnails or dry skin until the service is complete and all filing has been finished.

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Cuticle oil receives too spot on Today Show

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Cuticle oil receives a spot on Today Show

CUCCIO Cuticle Oil Makes The Today Show’s Top Selling Beauty Product In 2023

Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2024

YUMMY is the first word that came to mind when GlossaryLive.com reviewed Cuccio Naturale Manicure Cuticle Revitalizing Oil at cuccio.com. It feels like silk – and smells just as heavenly. Designed to nourish and moisturize cuticles and nails, this novel product is the perfect pairing of quality oils and delicate scents, reminiscent of fine perfume. I must admit, it felt so good I rubbed it into my fingers and hands as well! No wonder it has over 121,000 reviews on Amazon and made 2023 The Today Show’s Top Selling Beauty product for nailcare.

“The best-selling cuticle oil on Amazon, this nourishing product stands out for it’s amazing light and sweet fragrance. Plus, the blend of vitamins and oils moisturizes skin.”

Dori P., NY based freelance writer, editor and wellness expert at goodhousekeeping.com

The oils are a blend of cold-pressed safflower oil, winterized sunflower oil and Vitamin E for a long-lasting hydration, and essential nutrients to individualize each scent. Mango & Bergamot, Milk & Honey, White Limetta & Aloe Vera, Lavender & Chamomile, Sweet Almond, Vanilla and Sugar. I must confess I find Lavender & Chamomile intoxicating, and my hands and nails feel incredible. Great product CUCCIO! GlossaryLive.com gives Cuccio Naturale Manicure Cuticle Revitalizing Oil two thumbs up!!

Mr. Anthony Cuccio, Founder, President, CEO of Star Nail International based in Valencia, California is a true visionary and trendsetter in the beauty industry. He literally built his business out of a suitcase of cosmetics in 1981 on Venice Beach, California. The business has grown into a multi-million-dollar global corporation and in 1986, Star Nail achieved the ultimate recognition, making INC. 500 and Tony making it “Entrepreneur of the Year”.

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28 Nov
GlossaryLive Blog, Pro Q&A

Is the cuticle tissue dead or alive

PRO Q&A

Is the cuticle tissue dead or alive?

Discover the cuticle basics that every nail tech should know.

Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2023

Cuticle is a thin layer of colorless dead tissue between the proximal nail fold, eponychium and the nail plate. Together they form a seal to keep pathogens from infecting the matrix area. To avoid product lifting in this area, best practice is to remove all cuticle that is directly attached to the nail plate, so polish and other nail products can adhere directly to the nail and not atop the cuticle. To gently detach cuticle from the nail plate, dip a 2×2 gauze square in cuticle remover and gently scrub the nail plate in a circular motion up to the eponychium. Trim excess cuticle or hangnails with a sharp cuticle nipper.

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09 Jun
Pro Tips, Season 6

Holding Your Nippers

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Have you considered there might be a way to hold your nail nippers for a better view during nail prep? Hazel Dixon shares a new way of using your cuticle nippers for a better view of the nipper blades while working.

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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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06 Jan
Back to Basics, Season 4

Basic Manicure

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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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Basic Manicure

For clients wanting nail enhancements a dry manicure is in order, but for a relaxing nail service, a basic water manicure can be anything but basic. There are lots of steps to remember and a few techniques that you may not even know that can help you achieve a beautiful finish. Join Alisha Rimando as she takes you step by step through a water manicure procedure and learn the tips and tricks she's honed throughout her almost 30-year career. Watch her 'shampooing the cuticle' technique and discover other secrets to beauitfying natural nails in part 1 of this 2-part series.

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NAIL CREAM

NAIL CREAM [neyl-kreem]

What it is: Used on the natural nail and surrounding skin to condition and protect, it acts as a barrier product, which contains ingredients designed to seal the surface and hold sub-dermal moisture in the skin.
How to use it: Rub and massage into the nail and surrounding skin to stimulate the matrix by increasing blood circulation, while conditioning and protecting the nail. Aids in healing and repairing damage, helps address any roughness and softens tough skin at the eponychium.

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09 Jun
Glossary Terms

CUTICLE PUSHER

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CUTICLE PUSHER [kyoo-tih-kuhl poosh-er]

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, then dry. Next submerge in hospital grade disinfectant.
How to store it: After disinfection and sanitization, store covered, in a clean dry area.

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Curette
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CURETTE

Curette

CURETTE [KYOOR-et]

What it is: Small, scoop-shaped manicure stainless steel implement.
How to use it: For efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium, hyponychium and nail plate areas. Use after an accredited manicure course, for gentle cleaning and nail debris removal.
How to disinfect: Cleaned thoroughly in hot, soapy water and sterilized between clients.
How to store it: In a covered or sealed container in a dry place.

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