nail technician
Salon hand worker
A nail technician is a person who provides manicures, pedicures, and related cosmetic treatments for fingernails and toenails.
The work includes shaping nails, applying polish or artificial nails, and caring for cuticles and surrounding skin.
Nail technicians typically work in salons or spas and require professional licensing in most jurisdictions.
Cosmetic fingertip grooming
- pedicureCosmetic toenail care
- gel nailsUV-cured acrylic manicure
- acrylicsSynthetic quick-dry paints
- fillsOccupies completely
overlays · shellac · dip powder · cuticle care · hand massage · foot massage · buffing · French tip
Forceful foot motion
- foilsDefeats or thin metal
- rhinestonesImitation diamond crystals
- glitterDecorative metallic flecks
- decalsAdhesive printed designs
ombre · marbling · French tip · geometric patterns · florals · chrome finish · holographic · encapsulation
Abrasive grooming strip
- cuticle pusherNail maintenance tool
- nippersGripping or cutting implements
- buffersThings that absorb impact
- UV lampInvisible radiation emitter
LED lamp · toe separators · cuticle scissors · acetone · cuticle oil · base coat · top coat · pumice stone
Glossy protective coating
- gel polishUV-cured nail lacquer
- acrylic powderNail enhancement polymer
- monomerChain-forming molecule
- dip powderPigmented resin nail coating
primer · dehydrator · polish remover · hand cream · foot cream · fiberglass · glossy finish
Therapeutic wellness facility
- beauty parlorCosmetic services establishment
- manicure tableSalon furniture for fingernails
- pedicure chairSeat for foot treatments
- footbathVessel for soaking feet
ventilation system · supply cart · reception · tip jar · appointment book · retail display
Complete elimination of microbes
- sanitationCleanliness for public health
- disinfectantAgent destroying surface pathogens
- autoclavePressurized steam sterilization chamber
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
Government-required professional qualification test
- continuing educationOngoing professional coursework after graduation
- certificationAttestation of qualification
- apprenticeshipLearning trade through employment
- health regulationsLaws protecting public wellness
insurance · professional development · trade school · accreditation
manicure
Cosmetic fingertip grooming
fills · overlays · shellac · dip powder · cuticle care · hand massage · foot massage · buffing · French tip · ombre nails
stamping
Forceful foot motion
- foilsDefeats or thin metal
- rhinestonesImitation diamond crystals
- glitterDecorative metallic flecks
decals · ombre · marbling · French tip · geometric patterns · florals · chrome finish · holographic · encapsulation · airbrushing
emery board
Abrasive grooming strip
- cuticle pusherNail maintenance tool
- nippersGripping or cutting implements
- buffersThings that absorb impact
UV lamp · LED lamp · toe separators · cuticle scissors · acetone · cuticle oil · base coat · top coat · pumice stone
lacquer
Glossy protective coating
- gel polishUV-cured nail lacquer
- acrylic powderNail enhancement polymer
- monomerChain-forming molecule
dip powder · primer · dehydrator · polish remover · hand cream · foot cream · fiberglass · glossy finish
spa
Therapeutic wellness facility
- beauty parlorCosmetic services establishment
- manicure tableSalon furniture for fingernails
- pedicure chairSeat for foot treatments
footbath · ventilation system · supply cart · reception · tip jar · appointment book · retail display
sterilization
Complete elimination of microbes
- sanitationCleanliness for public health
- disinfectantAgent destroying surface pathogens
- autoclavePressurized steam sterilization chamber
state board exam
Government-required professional qualification test
- continuing educationOngoing professional coursework after graduation
- certificationAttestation of qualification
- apprenticeshipLearning trade through employment
health regulations · insurance · professional development · trade school · accreditation
- beauty professionalshairdresser, hair stylist, barber, cosmetologist, colorist
- personal servicesbarber, hairdresser, hair stylist, beautician, cosmetologist
- small businessesbakery, restaurant, salon, boutique, florist
- cosmetologyhair coloring, hair cutting, hair styling, manicures, pedicures
- vocational trainingapprenticeship, apprenticeships, trade school, trade schools, vocational school
- spa workersspa therapist, massage therapist, esthetician, facialist, masseuse
nail techniciandermatologist
Doctor treating skin disorders
podiatrist · plastic surgeon · dentist · hairstylist · barber
nail techniciannail remover
Tool extracting embedded fasteners
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