May 16, 2012
| Video
Vicki Peters and Holly Schippers show you how to hand file four common nail extension shapes into form: Square, Soft Corners, Squoval, Oval, and Almond.
Keywords: filing techniques Troubleshooter
March 15, 2012
| Video
FingerNailFixer Holly Schippers shows you how to file a slimming almond-shaped nail.
Keywords: filing techniques FingerNailFixer Holly Schippers learning new techniques nail shapes
December 30, 2010
| Encyclopedia
The word squoval is a hybrid of two words: oval and square, and it's designed to define the nail shape that has rounded edges on a squarish nail. It is a very popular shape.
Keywords: filing techniques nail shapes squoval
April 1, 2010
| Demo
When nails are weary, weak, and inching toward the eponychium, a modified nail tip can be a great way to protect nails and encourage them to grow.
Keywords: acrylics applying enhancements to unhealthy nails CND eponychium filing techniques
February 1, 2010
| Article
Though many technicians prefer to sculpt, a pre-made nail tip that can be adhered to the natural nail can give newbie nail techs a nice runway to learn the delicate craft of gel and acrylic sculpting, while providing great-looking results.
Keywords: adhesives filing techniques glue learning new techniques nail tips
December 1, 2008
| Article
We asked techs to tell us what their ideal situations are for using hand files or e-files.
Keywords: electric files files filing techniques
July 1, 2008
| Article
A guide that is needed for every nail tech when choosing nail files.
Keywords: files filing techniques tools
June 1, 2008
| Article
John Hauk, OPI technical advisor, award-winning competitor, and salon owner, speaks about a common problem that is slowing down services in salons.
Keywords: filing techniques John Hauk OPI Products
April 1, 2008
| Article
There are key differences between soak-off and regular gels that every nail tech should know about before performing the service.
Keywords: acetone/removal products colored gels filing techniques Gelousy gels
March 1, 2008
| Demo
Filing is so important to nail appearance, and with the advent of e-files, the techniques for hand-filing can be easily forgotten. Excellent hand-filing skills can help a competition tech rise above the pack, while everyday techs can woo clients with a deft hand and light touch.
Keywords: filing techniques natural nail care natural nails Tom Bachik
February 1, 2003
| Article
Safety, how to go about purchasing an electric file, and other helpful tips are important things to keep in mind when it comes to drills. Not only will you be up to date, it’ll also assure clients you’re giving them the best service possible.
Keywords: electric files ergonomics filing techniques implement disinfection
February 1, 2003
| Demo
An electric file is the perfect tool to use on a nail when you’re trying to achieve a smooth, finished look.
Keywords: electric files electric filing techniques enhancements filing techniques finishing work
February 1, 2003
| Demo
As long as it’s done properly and with the right tools, an electric file on the natural nail can be just as safe as a regular nail file.
Keywords: electric files filing techniques natural nail care
February 1, 2003
| Demo
Cracks appear too often on acrylic nails, but with the help of an electric file they can easily be removed.
Keywords: electric files electric filing techniques enhancements filing techniques nail repairs
February 1, 2003
| Demo
Getting the nails ready for a full set is one of the most important steps in artificial nail application.
Keywords: electric files electric filing techniques enhancements filing techniques nail prep
