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MILADY BOOKS for NAIL
TECHNICIANS ~ MANICURISTS
Milady Textbooks, Manuals, Milady Workbooks, Exam
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Milady's
Standard: Nail Technology Revised 5th Edition
by Milady
Paperback 454 pages (December 2007)
ISBN: 1428341242 Expanded
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| This text has been thoroughly
revised to include the most up-to-date information available to nail technologists. It
provides an excellent overview of topics to get a new nail tech started, such as
professional image, customer relations, and salon management, while thoroughly teaching
the nail technologist how to perform the basic processes that will be the starting point
for their career. This revised text also focuses on the scientific knowledge that is most
important to the nail tech, removing the medical terminology and information that is not
useful to them. Special features of the text include business tips in the form of short
stories that present helpful information for a successful career in the nail business;
State Regulation Alert, and Here?s A Tip, which direct students to additional sources of
information. Drawing on the combined expertise of a variety of industry leaders who both
wrote and reviewed the text, this revised textbook gives students a thorough understanding
of all aspects of nail technology today. |
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Previous Edition: Milady's Standard Nail Technology 2002 |
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Milady's
Standard Nail Technology Revised Edition: Student Workbook 5th Edition
by Milady
Paperback 121 pages (December 2007)
ISBN: 1428359494 Expanded Info |
This workbook correlates to
Milady's Standard Nail Technology Revised Edition (5th). This supplement contains
detailed, interactive exercises, designed to reinforce learning and increase student
comprehension, Includes fill-in-the-blank word review exercises; Matching Exercises; Final
review examinations.
Part 1: Orientation History and Opportunities Life Skills Your Professional Image
Communicating for Success Part 2: General Sciences Infection Control: Principles and
Practice General Anatomy and Physiology Skin Structure and Growth Nail Structure and
Growth Nail Diseases and Disorders Basics of Chemistry Nail Product Chemistry Simplified
Basics fo Electricity Part 3: Nail Care Manicuring Pedicuring Electric Filing Nail Tips,
Wraps, and No-Light Gels Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nail Enhancements UV Gels The Creative
Touch Part 4: Business Skills Seeking Employment On the Job The Salon Business |
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Previous Edition: Standard Nail Technology: Student Workbook 2006 |
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Milady's
Standard Nail Technology Revised: Exam Review
by Milady
Paperback 112 pages (August 2007)
ISBN: 1428359508 Expanded
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| This is the primary supplement
to Milady's Standard Nail Technology Revised. The Exam Review contains chapter-by-chapter
questions in a multiple-choice format to help students prepare for their state board
exams. The answer key at the back of the book allows students to check accuracy and
identify weak areas. |
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Previous Edition: Preparing for the Practical Exam: Nail Technology 2002 |
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Nail Structure
and Product Chemistry (Milady)
by Douglas Schoon
Paperback: 336 pages (February 2005)
ISBN: 140186709X 2nd edition Expanded
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| Easy-to-read and understand, this
text brings together authoritative information from diverse fields including dermatology;
toxicology; anatomy and physiology; chemistry; physics; and materials science. Authored by
a leading research scientist in this field, the text serves as an informational guide for
anyone interested in learning more about how and why professional nail products work; how
to troubleshoot, understand and solve most common salon problems; why products sometimes
don't work and how to avoid these problems; how to avoid product-related skin allergies;
and more. The text contains an in-depth study of the natural nail, its various parts, and
how they function together. In addition, it covers a wide range of topics helpful to the
salon professional, including how to give clients trouble-free nails/services; nail
polishes and treatments; the use of electric files; understanding and avoiding skin
allergies; improving ventilation; and much, much more. |
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A Complete Guide
to Manicure and Pedicure
by Leigh Toselli
Hardcover: 128 pages (March 2006)
ISBN: 1843308614 Expanded
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| Equally useful to beauty
professionals, cosmetology students, and those who want to achieve expert results at home,
the practical instruction and extensive illustrations provided here demonstrate all there
is to know about properly grooming the hands, nails, and feet. Beginning with the internal
structure of the feet, hands and nails, the instruction continues with the selection and
proper use of nippers, cuticle scissors, softeners and creams, files, and other essential
tools. The French manicure technique, application of acrylic nails and tips, using nail
wraps, and emergency fixes for broken nails are all included. Also featured are spa and
salon manicure and pedicure routines, foot and hand massage and reflexology techniques,
and professional secrets for a perfect polish. |
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The Complete Nail
Technician (Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority)
by Marian Newman
Paperback 312 pages (September 2004)
ISBN: 184480139X 2nd Edition Expanded
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| The Complete Nail Technician
contains everything you need to know about nails. It covers essential information about
the chemistry of artificial nails, as well as comprehensive sections on: the anatomy and
physiology of the skin and nail unit; preparation of therapist, work area and client;
applying and maintaining tips, overlays and sculptured nails and basic and advanced nail
art. It also provides health and safety advice and a comprehensive glossary of key terms.
New content concentrates on maincure, pedicure, nail art and media work. The Complete Nail
Technician is a 'must-have' reference manual for practicing nail technicians, salon owners
and instructors and a great step-by-step guide for beginners. |
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The Encyclopedia of
Nails
by Jacqui Jefford, Anne Swain
Paperback: 408 pages 1st Edition (April 2002)
ISBN: 1861528361 (3rd Party) Expanded
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| This text has been written by one
of the most well known, experienced practitioners in this industry, making it the most
authoritative guide for all wishing to succeed in this growing field. This essential text
has been constructed specifically for the UK market, it includes the latest techniques and
the most up to date information on all aspects of nails. The text incorporates several
trade secrets - information normally gained only from years of experience. Its content is
aimed at both the student studying the NVQ and at the practitioner working in the salon. |
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Manicure,
Pedicure and Advanced Nail Techniques
by Elaine Almond
Paperback: 372 pages (September 1994)
ISBN: 186152689X 1st Edition Expanded
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| The knowledge and ability to
provide basic manicure and pedicure treatments are no longer sufficient to enable to
manicurist to fulfill all the needs of her clients with regard to nail care. Today's
demand is for the exacting skills and knowledge of a nail technician. Manicure, Pedicure
and advanced nail techniques provides all the information a manicurist/nail technician
should ever need in her career, taking her from the basic information and techniques
involved in manicuring, pedicuring and nail art through to advanced nail extention work of
every variety. |
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