Unit 108 Nail art application

Connect Activity The salon should be well ventilated. True or false? Nail art is only applied to artificial nails. True or false? It is important to choose the correct size brush for the nail art design you want to achieve. True or false? Orange sticks can be used for striping designs. True or false? Another name for a foil is a metallic wrap. True or false? Tweezers can be used to help apply peel off transfers to the nail. True or false? Colour blending is where two or more colours are used. True or false? Poor communication will help promote a professional image for the salon. True or false?

Aims and Outcomes Aim of the session is to introduce the learners to nail art Discuss technical skills Products/tools used Describe nail preparation techniques Describe influential factors Describe nail art techniques Discuss treatment scenario Create nail art designs Outcomes by the end of the session you will have Completed a treatment plan Carried out nail art design on a minimum of one hand

What will this unit involve? Task A Present a collection of nail art images You will need to include the following: Products/tools used Nail preparation techniques Influential factors Nail art techniques Treatment scenario Nail art design

Task B Practical observation Complete a treatment plan Carry out nail art design on a minimum of one hand

Why may a client choose to have a nail art treatment? Special occasion Recommendation Fashion trend Try something new

Factors which may influence the choice of nail art techniques Length of clients own nail Shape of the clients own nail Condition of nail plate Skin reactions Occasion Fashion trends Cultural factors Nail growth rate

Nail Preparation Full client consultation to determine any contra-indications present/ reason for treatment Sterilise treatment area Manicure nails to ensure smooth and attractive result Select appropriate tools Apply nail art

Products used Foils Transfers Glitter Gems Enamel Non acetone nail varnish remover Artificial nail structure Striping brush Nail paint

Activity Design your own nail treatment scenario Create a special occasion a client may attend or a special event taking place Make reference to the clients outfit and colour scheme Explain what nail art design you think may be suitable

Task A & B Design your own nail art recommendation on the template provided Then transfer idea onto artificial nail structure Remember to reference all work at the end of the unit!!

Recall and review Highlight off the list If you have a collection of nail art images Have knowledge of products/tools used If asked a question could you describe nail preparation techniques Can you list at least two Influential factors Can you describe two nail art techniques