Talking E-Files on The Nail Hub
I spoke with The Nail Hub host Elizabeth Morris about my journey in the #efilechronicles, from successes to failures.
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SEARCHMENUSEARCHI spoke with The Nail Hub host Elizabeth Morris about my journey in the #efilechronicles, from successes to failures.
Some of us are pro and some of us are against, but have you really taken the time to learn all about e-filing? Learn vicariously through Holly's journey as she takes on this skillset from ground zero.
This week’s #efilechronicles proved to be more difficult than last for me. How did you do?
Young Nails head of education Tracey Reierson demonstrates how to safely use an e-file to remove gel-polish, filing only to the base coat.
We visited Young Nails HQ! Tracey Reierson, director of education at Young Nails, shows a complete manicure on NAILS executive editor Beth Livesay and guides us through her thought process when a new client walks through the door. She shows how to remove gel-polish with an electric file, a three-color glitter press technique, and nail stamping tips.This set is also featured on the Young Nails YouTube Channel in vlog #49, featuring an ombre nail with stamping on top: http://www.nailsmag.com/video/119910/mermaid-nail-art-at-young-nails-headquarters
If you missed my first e-file Facebook Live, it has been uploaded to YouTube.
Ann Chang shows how to file and shape nails using an e-file to speed up your services. She uses the same sanding band that she used to prep the nail and a low e-file speed to buff the acrylic nail.
Let’s learn e-files together! Facebook Live broadcasts are August 7 and 14 at 10 a.m. CST.
Ann Chang, educator for Kupa Inc. and host of The Nail Tips Show, demonstrates how to remove soak-off gel-polish using an electric nail file (the KUPA Mani Pro Passport E-File) and a 3-in-1 medium bit (a tapered bit with a small barrel, large barrel, and rounded like a safety bit, all in one). She also uses a medium sanding band to finish filing off the product.
Kupa's featured guest artist of the month Elaine Watson demonstrates how she performs a safe and gentle e-file manicure using Kupa's MANIPro Passport.
Show Your Salon Tools Some Love: Buying salon tools and equipment is a big part of the cost of doing business. Make the most of your investment by learning how to maintain them to extend their life.
The Nail Hub's Elizabeth Morris shows the fundamentals of what you need to know about the "Russian" Manicure. Aggressive and improper techniques are possible with any piece of equipment so get knowledgeable, get educated, and get responsible no matter what methods you choose.
Industry scientist, author, and educator Doug Schoon issues a warning about the so-called Russian manicure technique.
Luraco Technologies introduces its Pro-30K portable e-file, available in three vibrant colors.
Whether you use a hand file or an e-file, it’s important to have a process and follow the same steps from nail to nail. These tips will help you learn to file quickly and consistently, finishing fast with nails that look the same from one to the next.
My e-file education got off to a great start at the Kupa Certification class.
Whether e-file use is part of your school’s curriculum or not, it’s a good idea to be able to provide information about this invaluable tool to your students.