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A link and an explanation of the information that can be found on each page of this site.

Learn the parts of the nail unit, and how your nails grow.

How to care for your natural nails.  This page also contains a list of items you will need to perform a basic manicure along with a few optional products and items.

An explanation of the terms used in the artificial and natural nail industry.

How to perform a basic manicure and how to apply the Perfect Polish.

How to perform a basic pedicure and a Spa Pedicure.

Information and photo's of nail diseases, disorders and irregularities along with a description of each one.

What is in your products and why they "do what they do."

MMA, what it 'is' and why we now use EMA monomers.

Nail preparation and artificial nail enhancement design.  Preventing problems using perfect preparation techniques and the art of custom design. Techniques for normal, fan shape, ski-jump and bitten nails.

Step by step generic instructions on the application of acrylic liquid and powder products.

Bi-weekly maintenance procedures for One-Color and Permanent French Manicures.

Home Care Guidelines you can print out and send home with your client.

A simple Client Consultation and Profile Form.  Printable pdf file you can download, customize and use in your salon.

Instructions on the preparation and application of clear gel, French gel and colored gels.  Compliments of Calgel - South Africa..

Two easy procedures for safe, fast removal of artificial nail enhancements.

Overexposure and allergic reaction symptoms and remedies.

A simple explanation of how to avoid skin allergies in clients and nail techs alike.

Want the best?  Read this article to see if your nail salon passes the test.

Building a successful business takes time, patience and careful planning.  This page offers hints and observations for successful career planning.

Which are you?  IRS Publication 1779