Nail Art Theory

Most versatile brush; used for a variety of effects

Dotting, marbling, ombré, painting are all examples of

Accents applied to the nail to create various effects

Analyzes client wants and needs, visualizes the end result, follow through, obtain client consent

Produces patterns similar to stone

Reviews service experience and client satisfaction

Nail art removal techniques include all except

Pen like device with tubular tip; beads are placed in pen and dispersed onto nail

Useful for one stroke painting

Use brushes with shorter bristles for more control

Three levels of observation EXCEPT

Short, often square shaped, may have slightly rounded corners, bristles may be slightly fluffed

When applying larger charms use a thicker viscosity gel adhesive

Establishes rapport and builds credibility with each client

Sketching a nail art design before performing the service on a client can speed up the service

To create smooth lines w a short detail brush, angle brush upward between 45-75 degrees

Stickers applied to cover whole or part of the nail also called decals

Used to pierce artificial nails/nail enhancements

Produce functional predictable and pleasing results

Visual perception of reflection of light

Type of embellishment that creates the illusion or depth and dimension

Can be used to build 3D forms on the nails, such a flowers, teardrops, or swirls

Which is not part of the three areas of a nail art service

Equipment used in nail art includes all of the following except…

For smoother line work, move your wrist and flick the brush off at the end of the stroke

Brush is “loaded” with two or more colors, single stroke paints nail with multiple colors

Only use a dangling charm on nail enhancements, never a natural nail

Generally flat, may vary in shape; cleans up lines and remove product off skin