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Advanced Gel Manicure and Electric File Prep
Rating: 4.5 out of 5(79 ratings)
313 students

Advanced Gel Manicure and Electric File Prep

Russian-style Dry Combination Manicure
Created byJesse Bruner
Last updated 2/2019
English

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

Course content

1 section5 lectures40m total length
  • Products and Tools2:51
  • Gelish Removal and Nail Shaping7:44
  • Nail Prep using diamond cuticle bits9:44
  • Gel Polish Application11:13
  • BONUS- Gel Polish Ombré Technique9:08

Requirements

  • Professional Nail Technicians

Description

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

Who this course is for:

  • Beginner Nail Techs
  • Experienced Nail Techs new to electric filing