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June 4, 2010
This week in school we learned about pedicures. Pedicures deal with the feet. Yes, the feet (don’t cringe, it will be OK).
We began with the theory portion of the lesson. Theory is when we review the chapter; learn about the products, implements and equipment, etc. The theory part was no problem — it was the practical part that worried me.
I don’t mind feet, I mean they don’t make me cringe as they do some people. I knew what I was getting myself into when I decided to become a nail tech. Not everyone is going to have the feet of a God. I get that. But I did expect people to at least take care of their feet. Boy was I wrong.
Anyhow, we had to begin working on our “models” (models = the other students in the class and at the university). Nervously, I did my first authentic pedicure and it came out well (my instructor said so!). I did, however, realize that I am a perfectionist. I don’t like ANY polish on the skin or to appear to be on the skin. I am the type of person who has to get ALL my steps right and in order. Because I am this way it took me a little longer to complete my pedicure service. And by a little I mean over 15 minutes (YIKES).
So I know I need to speed it up — my instructor says it should only take 45 minutes to 1 hour for a spa pedicure and 30 minutes for a basic.
The good thing is I am no longer nervous about performing pedicure services. GO ME!
— Maricha
As of this writing this instalment of my nail student blog may be the last one for a while. Similar to many schools and other institutions around the world, due to the threat of the coronavirus pandemic classes at San Diego City College have been suspended until further notice.
I was fortunate enough to attend the three-day International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) held in Long Beach, Calif., January 26-28.
The first semester of nail school is now in the rear view mirror! I am now officially 50% done with my education to become a licensed nail technician.
We had two tests this week: 1) UV and LED Gels and 2) The Creative Touch.
This week we had a test on electric filing. We also received a lecture on UV and LED gels during the week (overlays and extensions).
Student blogger Gregory Fletcher shares his Nail Camp experiences.
During week seven we began performing nail services on clients.
During week six, we learned about nail product chemistry and the basics of electricity.
During week five, we received another lecture on skin structure, growth, and nutrition and tests on pedicures and nail tips and wraps. A good portion of the week was focused on giving manicures.
During week four, we had lectures on pedicures and on skin structure, growth, and nutrition.
This week we received lectures on chemistry and liquid and powder enhancements (acrylic) and had our first hands-on lab with reallive people.
This week we had our first written tests (multiple choice) and our first practical (nail tips).
I survived my first week of nail school! Well, I assumed that I would. But you never know!
NAILS has a new student blogger! San Diego-based Gregory Fletcher is looking forward to getting into the nail industry after retiring from his first career in the financial services industry
Let’s continue to shine, continue to spread light, joy and love to all around us! We’ll make a difference one smile, one hug, one nail service at a time!
It’s been such a long journey, from being excited and feeling unstoppable to being tired and exhausted and feeling like I couldn’t do it anymore. Now, every day that passes and I get closer to my graduation date I get more and more energy.
It was a really exciting week for me, and I'm starting to see the finish line as I continue to progres.
