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NAIL FORM [neyl-fawrm]

What it is: Often made of paper/mylar coated with adhesive backs, or pre-shaped plastic of aluminum; the nail form is placed under the free edge and used to extend the nail enhancement beyond the fingertip for additional length.

How it is used: Used as the foundation for creating an enhancement when sculpting with UV hard gel or the liquid & powder systems. Available in various sizes since extreme nail styling became popular.

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Nail Enhancement

NAIL ENHANCEMENT

Nail Enhancement

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NAIL ENHANCEMENT [neyl-en-hahns-muhnt]

What it is: A natural nail that is enhanced with artificial nail products to be longer, stronger and/or more beautiful.
When to use: To lengthen, strengthen, beautify or to correct a flawed natural nail.

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LIQUID & POWDER NAIL ENHANCEMENT

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LIQUID & POWDER NAIL ENHANCEMENT [LIK-wid AND POW-der NAYL en-HAHNS-ment]

What it is: Created by combining a monomer liquid mixed with polymer powder to create a bead that is then applied to the nail in the form of sculpting on a form or as an overlay; can be over tips.
How to use it: A traditional acrylic is a mix of liquid monomer and acrylic powder, which when mixed together, is applied to the nail to air cure and is then filed & shaped to the artist’s style.

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Nail Form Application

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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’ as she has been a platform artist & motivational speaker for thousands of promotional & educational events, & has competed in hundreds of nail competitions around the globe winning the World Nail Championship in 2005 in Pink & White Sculptured Nails. She is the featured artist in many training videos, including hosting the current Milady Standard Nail Technology DVD series.

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Nail Form Application

Fitting a nail form can be one of the most challenging parts of performing a sculptured nail service. Learn the proper way to customize a nail form for any finger & ensure your nail form is firm & secure to the finger, so you can create a perfect nail for any client.

“Properly customizing & fitting a form provides each client with custom nails.”

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