Prepping for a mani
FEET FIRST
Dealing with foot fungus
STEP BY STEPS
Christmas cheer
Summer holidays and festive cheer – it’s a really exciting time and there is a palpable buzz in the air. However, this is always the busiest time in the nail tech’s year, as clients rush to salons to get their nails looking fabulous for their vacations. Many will opt for Christmas-themed nails, so techs will be able to tap into their fun, creative side. In this issue, we include some festive designs for inspiration.
While nail techs are not qualified to treat foot fungus as it is a medical condition, it is important to know about this disease and also to be able to recognise it and know when a client should be referred to a doctor or a podiatrist. We include an article written by an expert that explains all.
Vitally important in any manicure is to prep the nails correctly. Our ‘Ask the Experts’ article highlights 4 essential pointers that nail techs should adhere to so as to perform a perfect and long-lasting manicure. These pointers must always follow a thorough consultation with the client.
Joanna Sterkowicz Editor