Nail Anatomy
Understanding the anatomy of the nail is essential to providing safe nail services.
- Cuticle
- Eponychium
- Hyponychium
- Lateral Nail Folds
- Nail Bed
- Nail Bed Epithelium
- Nail Matrix
- Nail Plate
- Onychodermal Band
- Proximal Nail Fold
Product Chemistry
Understand the chemical processes behind acrylic nails and in use within the nail industry.
- Acetone and Nail Hydration
- Fibreglass Systems
- Liquid Monomer and Polymer Powder (L&P)
- Polymerisation
- Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP)
- UV Gel Systems
Nail & Skin Conditions
Nail technicians should only work on healthy nails, use this resource to recognise common nail and skin conditions.
- Beau's Lines
- Calluses and corns
- Chloronychia
- Dermatitis
- Dermatophyte and non-dermatophyte fungi
- Diabetes
- Erythronychia
- Habit-tic
- Hangnails
- Hapalonychia
Nail Art
Understand the science behind nail art products and techniques for safer, more durable services.
- Can u tell me the story about dual forms and upper forms?
- Dotting Nail Art
- Glitters and Pigments
- Marbling
- Nail Art Paints
- Nail Embellishments
- Nail Foils
- Ombré
- Striping
Industry Regulations
The legislation and regulations covering your job role as a nail technician.
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Learn about nail shapes, extensions, and structural techniques for lasting results.
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