Our hands are one of the first things people notice about us because we use them daily. Neatly done nails not only amp up your look but keep your nails healthy and strong while they complement your outfit. In today's world, we consider well-kept nails to be an important part of a professional image. As a result, it has become a natural canvas for expressing creative imagination. Whether it's for a wedding, a red carpet event or a fashion show, nail technicians who create nail art are in high demand. Do you love painting nails with different colours or creating intricate designs? Would you like to be a part of the billion-dollar beauty industry? This course introduces you to the concept of nail art, its techniques and tools. In addition, you will learn about nail anatomy, disorders and diseases and their signs and symptoms.
Next, we will help you understand how to care for your nails. You will gain knowledge of the fundamentals of plain, French or gel manicures and pedicures and how to set up your work environment hygienically. We will also teach you how to shape the nails for the best results, shine them, remove old nail polish without harming the nail plate and more. Gel nails and nail art have gained popularity both on the runway and in everyday life. Explore what makes gel nails so popular and why a base coat is vital for nail art. A nail art specialist uses various products like beads, flower petals, glitter, lace and acrylic enhancements while creating art. We'll show you how to make unique designs from dotting and stripping to textured look, line art and more. Then all you have to do is practice them and create your own art.
Do you wish to start your own salon business? We will show you the most effective way to establish a salon. Discover tips on decoration, marketing, salon management and customer relations. Explore the legal aspects of starting a salon, including employment laws and benefits, business operations and more. Becoming a nail technician is a great career opportunity for anyone creative and hardworking. This course is an excellent starting point for those who have a passion for beauty and wish to learn new skills. If you are already in the beauty industry and want to expand your career in nail artistry, be an entrepreneur or accentuate your skills for personal use, this is the perfect course for you. So why wait? Enrol now and equip yourself with the essential knowledge and talents to express your creativity.
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
- Define ‘nail anatomy’...
- Discuss the chemistry of the nail p...
- Describe the steps of plain and Fre...
- Recognise the equipment and materia...
- Define ‘nail anatomy’
- Discuss the chemistry of the nail products
- Describe the steps of plain and French manicure
- Recognise the equipment and material necessary for manicures and pedicures
- State the basic pedicure technique and the benefits of foot and leg massages
- Identify the tools used in nail art and the recipe for various types of nail polish
- Distinguish the procedures of basic, intermediate and advanced nail art designs
- Recall the fundamentals of gel application and the shellac manicure process
- Outline a business plan to start your own salon
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