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SEARCHLast week I was tested on deep anatomy of the skin, skin health, aging, disorders, and prevention of skin problems in the salon. I passed with 100%. A good instructor (Miss Bethany) really makes a world
Last week I was tested on deep anatomy of the skin, skin health, aging, disorders, and prevention of skin problems in the salon. I passed with 100%. A good instructor (Miss Bethany) really makes a world of difference when it comes to theory and testing. The material just continues to be more difficult. I'm not working toward my nursing degree. Meanwhile the practical ( salon floor) becomes second nature.
Lately my right hand has been so sore. I know I've used my muscles before but wow! I have my regular clients coming into the salon more frequently for even more services and products. It feels good building clientele — no trophy needed, the smile on their faces and the booking of their next appointment are enough for me. Why do a majority of men feel they don't need a manicure or pedicure? This boggles my mind. I think the men out there need to realize just what they are missing. I plan to walk through factories and solicit my services at a discount just to let the men know what they’re missing. Well, that is my plan once I get to take and pass my state board exam. I can’t wait to get out in the work place. I am ready to paint the town RED. SNAP!
For this design I used OPI Axxium gel, black China Glaze crackle polish and LCN.
The young clients love crackle and color-changing polish
Nail biters are a thing of the past. After using Axxium OPI gel overlay with dyed shells on her nails, this client decided to stop biting her nails!
— Marti
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.
