Advanced Gel Manicure and Electric File Prep

Name: Advanced Gel Manicure and Electric File Prep
Rating: 4.5 (79 reviews)

Russian-style Dry Combination Manicure

Last updated 2/2019

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What you'll learn

The goal of this course is to help you achieve a picture perfect gel manicure consistently and easily in a regular salon setting. Some of the subjects we will be covering include
Color removal
Different drill bits and how to choose the right one for the natural nail
Proper technique, angle, and speed to use the electric file to properly clean and prepare the nail plate for product adhesion
Tips to prevent gel polish from shrinking from edges, running into the skin and wrinkling
Various methods of close color application for complete color coverage
Tips for finishing to achieve a very high shine
BONUS! - Gel polish ombré technique with a thin brush

1 section • 5 lectures • 40m total length

Products and Tools2:51
Learn electric file prep and jellyfish application on natural nails, including removal by filing and soaking, natural nail prep with diamond cuticle bits, and tips for a close, clean color.
Gelish Removal and Nail Shaping7:44
Learn to safely remove gel polish using medium carbide filing and buffered acetone, then shape the natural nails into a balanced round free edge with consistent length across fingers.
Nail Prep using diamond cuticle bits9:44
Master advanced nail prep using diamond cuticle bits to lift and clean the nail plate, remove non-living skin, and dehydrate for gel polish application.
Gel Polish Application11:13
Apply a thin base coat around the free edge, cure under the LED lamp, then layer color and topcoat, remove the dispersion layer, cure, and finish with cuticle oil.
BONUS- Gel Polish Ombré Technique9:08
Master ombré gel polish with jellyfish silk off gel, blending mint spring, blue eyed beauty, and other color pairs through two coats, precise blending, and 30-second cures.

The goal of this class is to help you get a picture perfect look consistently and easily in a regular salon setting. This is not a two hour manicure!

Some of the subjects we will cover:

-Differences in grits and how to choose a bit for different nail types.

-Gel polish removal using a combination of filing and wrapping off.

-Proper speed and angle to clean the nail plate and ensure good adhesion of gel polish

-Tips to prevent gel polish from shrinking, flooding the skin and wrinkling.

-Various methods of completely covering the nail plate with color to extend the wear of your client’s manicure.

Bonus Nail Art Lesson- Gel Polish Ombré