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06 Jan

Manicure Massage & Polish

February 3, 2023
By Sean McWard

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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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Manicure Massage & Polish

A basic manicure should always include massage and a perfect polish. Learn what techniques can make a quick massage feel long yet relaxing and the tools, which Alisha Rimando uses when creating a perfect polish on her clients in the second episode of this 2-part series on basic manicuring.

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06 Jan

Back to Basics, Season 4

Basic Manicure

January 20, 2023
By Sean McWard

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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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11 Nov

Pro Tips, Season 3

Add a Massage

December 23, 2022
By Sean McWard

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Being unique can prove difficult when every salon is offering the same menu. Think of ways to set your salon apart by adding on luxury upgrades to your services. Aletter Lambert provides her tips to upgrade your services and keep your clients coming back for more.

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16 Sep

Hot Products, Season 2

Mithmillo Cake Gel

October 13, 2022
By Sean McWard

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If you're obsessed with glitter, then this hot product is for you! This innovation of cake gel is all fun with no run.

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16 Sep

Life on the Free Edge, Season 7

Talking to Naja Nail Guru… Her Story

August 18, 2023
By Sean McWard

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Talking to Naja Nail Guru... Her Story

Naja has starred on reality TV, has run salons, got an unchallenged Guinness World Record, enjoyed session styling & supported nail brands, now she’s sharing her business wisdom in her new landscape as business coach & mentor to the nail industry.

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09 Jun

Glossary Terms

SCRUBS

October 4, 2022
By Sean McWard

SCRUBS [scrubz]

What it is: Water or oil-based exfoliant that can contain mild, gritty abrasives and moisturizers. Often made from salt, sugar or fruit kernals.
How to use it: Used to help remove dry, flaky skin, open pores and leave skin smooth and moisturized. Also used in pedicures to reduce and smooth calluses.

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NAIL GLUE

TOLUENE

DECAL

09 Jun

Glossary Terms

SANITIZER

October 4, 2022
By Sean McWard

SANITIZER [san-i-tahy-zer]

What it is: A substance used to reduce or eliminate pathogens on skin or surfaces.
How to use it: Used on client and professional before service begins. Used on surfaces and tools between clients.

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UPPER ARCH

CURING LAMP

ENHANCEMENT

09 Jun

Glossary Terms

REFLEXOLOGY

October 4, 2022
By Sean McWard

REFLEXOLOGY [ree-flexs-AHL-uh-jee]

What it is: A massage technique that stimulates reflex points on the feet, hands and head that are linked to different parts of the body.
How to use it: A salon service used to relieve tension and believed to help treat illness.

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MOISTURIZER

COLOR POP

DAPPEN DISH

09 Jun

Glossary Terms

PROXIMAL NAIL FOLD

May 3, 2023
By Sean McWard

PROXIMAL NAIL FOLD [prok-suh-muhl-neyl-fohld]

What it is: A fold of skin at the base of the nail plate working in unison with the eponychium to seal and prevent pathogens from entering the nail’s matrix.

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ALLERGEN

C-CURVE

UV/LED GEL POLISH

09 Jun

Glossary Terms

PROTEIN HARDENER

October 4, 2022
By Sean McWard

PROTEIN HARDENER [proh-teen-hahr-dn-er]

What it is: A combination of clear polish, vitamins and protein, such as collagen and calcium. It is used to strengthen/harden and reinforce weak, peeling and brittle nails.
How to use it: It’s applied directly onto the natural nail and can be used as a base before polish.

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ARTIFICIAL NAIL

BACKFILL

GRIT

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