What it is: An international non-biased professional nail competition. It offers a wide range of technical and artistic categories across all skill levels. It has been running in the UK since 2005. Was started in Las Vegas, USA in Y2 by three brand owners: EzFlow, IBD & Too Much Fun.
When & where it’s hosted: Currently hosted in various countries annually (circa 2022: London, Germany, Mexico, USA) , as well as online versions. To learn more visit www.nailympia.com
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Brush on nail glue
What it is: A quick-drying type of adhesive that is applied in liquid form, which dries to then hold two materials together.
What it is used for: Adhesive is used to adhere nail tips to the natural nail for a tip and overlay service.
Acrylic Powder System
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.
.8 Oz./28 g.- Approx. 60 sets
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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Brush on nail glue
What it is: A type of adhesive that is applied in liquid form, which dries to then hold two materials together.
How to use it: Adhesive is used to adhere nail tips to the natural nail for a tip and overlay service.
What it is: Refers to a fingernail that has had an artificial overlay or product providing additional strength applied to the natural nail.
Why it is: Used to beautify, lengthen or strengthen the nail.
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Pre-made full coverage gel nail tips
Acrylic Powder System
What it is: Made by human skill with professional nail enhancement products to imitate a fingernail. Three basic types are an overlay, tip & overlay and sculptured.
When to use it: To lengthen, strengthen, beautify or to correct a flawed natural nail.
Brush On Nail Glue
What it is: A chemical substance that causes two surfaces to stick, adhere and/or bond together.
How to use it: Use an adhesive to attach a nail tip to the natural nail to extend the nail for a tip and overlay service. Also used to adhere embellishments to the surface of the nail.
How to store: Store with lid tightly closed in a cool dry place away from heat and light.
