Professional Manicure and Pedicure
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Aimed at those who are thinking of doing a course on the subject or starting up their own business, this book offers expert advice on all aspects of being a nail technician. An introduction to the structure of the nail and identifying different types of nail offers solid, practical information to get you started. Next is a chapter on the equipment needed followed by step-by-step demonstrations on how to carry out the perfect manicure or pedicure on both men and women. Massage routines, exfoliation, buffing, general nail care, grooming and varnish application are all covered. This is followed by a section on artificial nails, looking at the three systems used in nail bars: acrylic, gel and fiberglass and silk. The Art chapter introduces the wonderful world of nail art, providing inspirational ideas on how to adorn painted nails with gems, rhinestones, foil leaf, stick-ons and transfers. Embossed designs, marbling, freehand drawing and nail jewelery are also covered. This book offers invaluable advice on how to achieve a professional look, whether you're seeking to improve your own style or wishing to become a professional nail technician.
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Rosie Watson. Professional Manicure and Pedicure
contents
the philosophy
01 the structure. the structure
The skin
The nails
Anatomy
THE HANDS
THE FEET
Nail therapy
REFLEXOLOGY
Nature
Nurture
02 nail identification. nail identification
Dry nails
INTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
EXTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
Brittle nails
INTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
EXTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
Dehydrated nails
INTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
EXTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
SOS damaged nails
INTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
EXTERNAL NAIL THERAPY
Tantalising tips
Rising to perfection
TALON TIPS
Problematic nails
HERE’S HOW TO COPE!
Skin identification
03 the challenges. the challenges
The challenges
Contagious catastrophies
Bone conditions
Muscle conditions
Nail disorders
Common skin complaints
the extreme close-up
Waxing
The pain-free option!
Botox
Attention please!
04 the tools. the tools
TOOLS LIST
Nail extension equipment
TOOLS LIST
Nail varnishes
05 anti-mature. anti-mature
Toxin block
Nourish, nourish, nourish
Protection
Colour connection
06 the manicure. the manicure
Nail shapes
French manicure
Professional therapy
PARAFFIN WAX
WARM OIL CLOAK
MASKS AWAY!
The professional manicure
The male manicure
07 artificial nails. artificial nails
Acrylic
THE TOOLS FOR ACRYLICS
Gel
THE TOOLS FOR GEL
Fibreglass and silk
THE TOOLS FOR FIBREGLASS AND SILK
08 the pedicure. The Pedicure
Varnishing
Professional therapy
Skin scrubs
Warm wax
The professional pedicure
The male pedicure
Artificial toenails
ACRYLIC
THE TOOLS FOR ACRYLIC
GEL
THE TOOLS FOR GEL
FIBREGLASS AND SILK
THE TOOLS FOR FIBREGLASS AND SILK
09 the art. the art
Nail varnishes
Design tools
Artistic answers
RHINESTONES AND GLITZ
STRIPES AND STICK-ON NAIL ART
NAIL DESIGN TRANSFERS
GLITTER AND GLOSS
EMBOSSED DESIGNS
MARBLING
FREEHAND DRAWING
BRUSH STROKES
Nail jewellery
10 the looks. the looks
v French fancy
x The vamp
v ravishing red
x nearly naked
11 the spa. the spa
Thai massage
Balinese massage
Ayurvedic massage
Foot bathing
Hot stone massage
Hot compress treatment
Home spa
EXFOLIATE
TONE
MASK
NOURISH
index
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the philosophy
the structure
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Nail treatments are not only designed to make the nails look groomed, they contain ingredients designed for pure pampering, and the deeper tissues of the skin, muscles and bones are stimulated and affected. Joints can be mobilised and skin complaints treated as well as circulation increased to bring warmth to the extremities and increase the feeling of wellbeing. Massage can be very invigorating but other forms of manipulation can be used to treat zones in the body that have specific energy functions. Treatments like reflexology, reiki, and trigger point massage are a few which work really well on the hands and feet and have the added advantage of being preformed pretty much anywhere!
Reflexology is an age-old treatment on the hands and feet to treat other areas of the body through various pressure points found on the palms and soles. The diagram below shows a ‘body map’ of the palms and soles.
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