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Common mistakes when training new nail technicians (detailed guide)

6 May 2025 / 10

1. Forcing trainees to learn advanced techniques too early Description of mistake:The trainee still lacks basic skills, such as correct bead control, but the trainer or salon owner pressures them to apply a full nail with one large bead straight away. Consequences: Correct solution: Example (from real training transcription):“New techs should practise building with three beads: one bead near the cuticle, one bead on the nail body, and one at the tip. Don’t force them to work with a single bead straight away — it easily ruins the nail shape.” 2. Failing to teach correct bead pickup before starting overlays

Nail technician training roadmap: from beginner to mastering ombré in 1–2 weeks

6 May 2025 / 10

1. Essential mindset for trainees 2. Days 1–2: Mastering powder pick-up and bead placement Learning to pick up a bead: Learning to place the bead on the nail: 3. Days 3–4: Working with larger beads – covering half the nail Goal: Achieve a relatively smooth surface without major bumps or dents. 4. Days 5–6: Learning basic ombré techniques Creating the ombré base: Adding the white or light colour at the tip: Learning to blend colours: 5. Days 7–8: Full ombré set practice – building, shaping, and finishing 6. Supporting soft skills for nail technicians Common mistakes to avoid Mistake Result

Cuticle knife technique: a safer alternative to nippers

6 May 2025 / 10

1. Purpose of using a cuticle knife 2. Why avoid using nippers? Key point: Using a cuticle knife is safer, offers better control, reduces injury, and allows the skin to grow back naturally soft and smooth. 3. Step-by-step guide for using a cuticle knife correctly Step 1: Preparation Step 2: Soften the skin Step 3: Handling and using the knife Step 4: Check and clean 4. Extremely important reminders 5. How to care for your cuticle knife 6. Advantages of mastering the cuticle knife technique Quick key points summary Topic Key takeaways Tools Use a specialist cuticle knife, properly disinfected

45-degree filing technique on both sides of the nail – detailed guide

6 May 2025 / 7

1. Purpose of filing at a 45-degree angle on both sides 2. When to file at 45 degrees 3. How to hold the nail file correctly 4. Filing technique ⚡ Important points: 5. Common mistakes Mistake Result Filing at the wrong angle (not enough 45 degrees) Nail loses shape, leading to pinching or flaring. Pressing too hard while filing Thins the nail edge, weakening the structure. Filing one side harder than the other Nail becomes uneven and unbalanced. Not inspecting the nail after filing Uneven side edges become visible when applying colour gel. 6. Pro tips from experts

When to use hard gel instead of builder gel

6 May 2025 / 10

Hard gel is usually preferred when: Builder gel is more suitable when:

Guide to picking up acrylic powder correctly

6 May 2025 / 10

1. Preparation before picking up powder 2. How to pick up the perfect bead 3. Watching for the bead to reach the right shine When lifting the bead, observe carefully: 4. Technique for placing the bead When the bead reaches the correct shine: 5. How to control the bead and prevent running After placing the bead: 🧠 Quick reference guide Common mistake Result How to fix it Placing the bead before it shines Uneven, rough surface, difficult to shape Wait until the bead has a soft wet shine before placing Waiting too long to place the bead Bead becomes too

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Common mistakes when training new nail technicians (detailed guide)

Nail technician training roadmap: from beginner to mastering ombré in 1–2 weeks

Cuticle knife technique: a safer alternative to nippers

45-degree filing technique on both sides of the nail – detailed guide

When to use hard gel instead of builder gel

Guide to picking up acrylic powder correctly

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