Steps
Step by step procedure to use the above tools may vary from place to place but there are few ultimate steps to achieve healthy and glamorous nails look. But before starling the manicure, make sure to disinfect all the tools in an autoclave to maintain hygiene standards. Here is the right way to proceed.
1 Cleansing
Make sure to remove the previous nail polish. This can be trick} sometimes specifically when your client is wearing a darker shade such as red or deep pink. To avoid staining the cuticle, press the removing wipe over the nails and then wipe it along the length of the nail after 10 seconds. Repeat if required.
2 Sanitize Hands
When you are working with a client, it is important to sanitize both hands and arms. You can use the spray sanitizer and then wipe it off using a cotton ball.
3 Nail Trimming and Filing
Trim down the nails if they are too long. Then use a soft nail file to shape them as the client desires. For exfoliation, use the nail buffer. Filing should be done before soaking the nails to avoid nail splintering and breakage.
4 Cuticle Care
Apply some cuticle cream or oil over each cuticle. Massage the cuticles while applying firm pressure and soak in warm water for 5 mmutes. Dry the nails using a towel and use the cuticle pusher or orangevvood stick to gently push the cuticle back into its place. Avoid removing the cuticles as they help to protect against various infections and prevent the nail from damage. Use the nail nipper lo remove any excess cuticle.
5 Hand Massage
Use a good hand cream or moisturizer to give a relaxing massage to the client You can also learn more about basic hand massage movements.
6 Polishing
Use lint-free wipes to remove the leftover oil before applying nail paint. Always use acetone-free polish remover to prevent any damage to the nails. Polishing is done m 3 steps.
*Base-coat – It prevents the nails from staining
*Nail shade – Select the shade and apply 2 coats of polish, each after two minutes
*Top-coat – It prevents the polish from chipping and gives the glossy and v elvet) finish A good nail polish application involves a hairline gap between the polish and the cuticle.
7 Drying
This is the most sensitive step in this procedure. If you have used the gel polish, you must dry the nails under a UV or LED lamp to prevent any damage or chipping. Regular drug store bought nail polishes do not require such lamps for drying.
Last but not least, practice and consistency will support you to develop your own solutions for any of the problems you may face.