Although opinions vary, many that have been involved with nail salon franchises seem to agree on one point: too much paperwork and poor quality control. But if you are intrigued with the franchise concept, proceed “with your eyes open.”
Co-owner Dan starts nail school this week. That’s right — Lieutenant Dan will be happily taking orders from the instructors at West Valley Occupational Center in Woodland Hills. It’s the same vocational school I graduated from
[left to right] Annemarie Moser Pröll presented the trophies to second-place winner Sabrina Siebert, first-place winner Emese Koppányi, and third-place winner Éva Darabos. These nails earned Emese Koppányi the top spot.The European Nail Association invited the most
This video by Mia Secret demonstrates how to apply its latest gel-polish product called Novo Gel. The colorless gel-polish can be applied over color to easily create a blotchy, mottled effect.
Here’s how to easily execute a blotchy look:
1. Once you have prepped the nail and sculpted the nail structure, apply Destiny Gelux soak-off gel-polish to the smile line.
2. Using a fine brush and Gel Cleanser, refine the smile line of the and cure for 45 seconds in portable LED nail light.
3. Apply a thin layer of Novo Gel and refine the smile line once again. Cure for 45 seconds.
4. Apply a thin layer of White Gelux soak-off gel-polish. You will notice the gel starts expanding itself and transform into a spotted and streaky effect.
5. Seal the nail with Luxury UV base and top gel-polish. Cure for 45 seconds and wipe off the tacky layer.