![]() ![]() Use very little primer gel it should have a matte and almost gritty look to it. If using a primer gel, apply to new growth area* and “scrub” it into the natural nail. Pre-prime (such as dehydrator or sanitizer) and prime: If using a liquid primer apply to new nail growth only and let it dry (do not get primer on the old gel).Dust nails: Remove all dust with a synthetic bristled manicure brush, dust buster bit, or scrub brush.As you become more experienced, these 5 steps will become one. Hold client's hand facing you, vertically, to really see the shaping. Final shaping of nail (if needed): Tailor and taper the sidewalls and put the final shape into the free-edge.Be sure all dead skin and other contaminants are removed to ensure good adhesion You will still need to quickly use a hand file after the drill to remove shine from the natural nail outgrowth (drill is not recommended for filing this very small area of natural nail). Blend cuticle area: Blend the outgrowth of the old gel by hand and/or with your drill (diamond football in medium).Carbides tend to be overkill with gels! (*See section on Electric Files for more info on using drills and choosing the proper drill bit.) If using a drill try a medium diamond bit* or sanding band on a mandrel. Entire gel surface needs to be thinned (and shine removed for new gel to adhere), to keep nails from becoming too thick with application of additional gel. Arches need to be moved BACK, so gel needs to be thinned and beveled at the free edge and the entire nail bed to accommodate the new arch placement. Re-balance the nail: File the entire top of the nail either by hand or with a drill.(*See Nail Tech 101 for more info on shaping nails.) Do this step with a hand file if you don't use a drill. A drill (professional term is electric file) will allow you to quickly go through the nails and "round" the free-edge for those clients who wear them rounded or ‘squoval’. Preliminary shaping of nails: Put preliminary shape into nails so that the rebalance filing done in the next step reflects the proper shape*.That requires that the nails be shortened the amount that they grew between fill appointments. Clients should be educated* on their ideal length and then stick with it. Nails should be maintained at a steady and consistent length. Shorten nails: with tip cutter, hand file, or drill (straight across square for now).Wash hands, sanitize, remove polish, push back cuticles, etc.Instructions for P&W’s and repairs are included in other lessons. Refer to the manufacturer of the brand you use for product specific application instructions and other pertinent information.īasic Fill Instructions for clients with: No breaks or repairs needed, and not wearing "pink and whites" (AKA Permanent French Manicure). Remember, these are GENERIC instructions for you to use and adapt to your own personal style and product line. ![]() If using thicker viscosity or builder type gels, you will need to make some adaptations to your technique. The following procedures are best when used with thin viscosity or 1-component type gels (see Supplies for more info). This allows you to make more money per hour worked, and service more clients overall. (Think of it as the client “renting” her nails from you!) Generally you can charge $5-7 more per week over the 2-week price. The benefit to nail techs: The longer the time frame between fill-ins, the more you will charge for the service. The benefit to the client in longer times between fills are obvious: Less time spent at the salon per month, and less cost over the course of a year associated with wearing them. As the professional it is up to you to gently “dictate” her fill schedule. Nails should be filled before they start to show signs of distress (such as breaks, cracks, lifts, etc). The key is consistency and regularly scheduled appointments. As time progresses the intervals can be extended to 3 or 4 weeks. However, it can be beneficial to start out with 2-week intervals until you see how she is adapting to her nails. Most gel clients can easily go 3-4 weeks between fills. Other names associated with this service include: fill-in, back-fill, rebalance, gel manicure, enhancement maintenance, etc. For our purposes here, we will call this procedure a fill. Every 2-4 weeks, the client will need to come in to have her gel nails maintained (just as she would if wearing acrylics). ![]()
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