03 Mar
Back to Basics, Season 5

Results Driven Fresh Ingredients

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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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Results Driven Fresh Ingredients

Creating original services can include creating unique products. The products we use in service speak to the client experience and when using result driven fresh ingredients, you can create a service exclusive to your salon or specific to the theme of your service. Learn how ingredients found in your kitchen can be transformed into specialized products designed to provide a luxurious exerience for your clients.

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“Products that provide immediate results add a ton of value to any service.”

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Back to Basics, Season 5

Inspiring The Senses

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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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Inspiring The Senses

An original approach to your treatments and services sets you apart from your competition. Simple and low-cost upgrades to your service offering motivates and inspires your team, is exciting for the clients and can double up your income. Thoughtful upgrades, that are easy to implement in your salon, will take your treatment menu up to the next level.

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“Offering upgrades makes clients feel special.”

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06 Jan
Back to Basics, Season 4

Pedicure Massage & Polish

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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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Pedicure Massage & Polish

Every client is looking for that perfectly relaxing massage paired with meticulously painted toes. The massage must be memorable days after and the polish must maintain its flawless finish for at least a month! Join Alisha Rimando as she reveals the relaxing massage techniques she's taught in hundreds of spas across the globe and discover her polish tips that will keep those perfectly pedicured toes chip-free in the second part, of this 2-part series on basic pedicuring.

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“Clients will always come back for a great pedicure massage.”

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Back to Basics, Season 4

Basic Pedicure

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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 Pedicure

There's nothing basic about pedicuring. There are many meticulous ways to care for the feet, but the environment, comfort and relaxation are all key to a perfect pedicure. Join Alisha Rimando as she walks through a basic pedicure procedcure step by step and shares her tips on foot and cuticle care, as well as creating the most relaxing and comfortable massage for your guest in this first episode of a 2-part series on basic pedicuring.

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“Perfectly polished nails starts with a perfectly polished base coat.”

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09 Jun
Glossary Terms

PHALANGES

PHALANGES [fuh-lan-jeez]

What it is: The bones that make up the fingers and toes. The fingertip bone, which determines the overall length, shape, curvature and spread of the nail unit. Each hand and foot has 14 phalanges. Each finger and toe has three, except for the thumbs and big toes that house two phalanges.

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Glossary Terms

GEL POLISH

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GEL POLISH [jel-pol-ish]

What it is: A chip-resistant brush-on pigmented oligomer in an opaque bottle or pot that cures when exposed to UV or LED light.
How to use it: Developed to create long-lasting, durable nail color. Use on clients that want a chip-resistant polish for 2-3 weeks of wear. Dries immediately once cured.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat with each layer being cured.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or product remover to a cotton pad, gently press to the nail & wrap with a foil. Soak according to manufacturer’s instructions.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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