Acrylic Nail Extensions

Learn professional acrylic nail extension application — one of the most popular and profitable nail services. Covers sculpting, shaping, and finishing.

• What are acrylic nail extensions? Benefits and differences compared to gel extensions; understanding acrylic components: liquid monomer & powder polymer; overview of nail shapes (square, almond, coffin, stiletto, oval)
• Essential tools: nail tips, forms, files, buffers, cuticle pusher, dappen dish, brush, and clippers; product knowledge: monomer, polymer, primer, dehydrator, top coat, and acrylic brush cleaner; nail forms vs. tips
• Structure and growth of natural nails, identifying nail types and conditions, contraindications, importance of maintaining nail health under extensions
• Conducting client consultations and record keeping, nail and skin analysis, hygiene, sanitization, and safety protocols, removing old product or polish, nail shaping, buffing, and applying dehydrator and primer
• Step-by-step: Choosing correct nail tip or fitting form → Applying tips and blending seams → Mixing acrylic powder and liquid (correct ratio) → Bead placement and sculpting → Building structure and apex → Filing, shaping, and smoothing → Buffing and finishing
• Advanced Finishing & Design (ADDITIONAL CHARGE: £100): French acrylic extensions, encapsulated glitter or ombré acrylic design, 3D nail art basics, high-shine finishing, applying gel polish over acrylic extensions
• Infill and rebalance procedures (2–3 week maintenance), correct filing and blending of regrowth area, safe removal, protecting natural nails post-removal, aftercare and client advice
• Chemical safety and product handling, proper salon ventilation, sterilization and infection control, client and technician safety (gloves, masks, posture), safe waste disposal
• Common issues: lifting, cracking, air bubbles, or yellowing; causes and correction techniques; proper acrylic ratio and application control; repairing broken or damaged extensions

• Apply acrylic extensions professionally
• Offer infill appointments
• Receive accredited certification

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