The Encyclopedia of Nails (Hairdressing & Beauty Industry Authority) (Paperback)

by Jacqui Jefford (Author), Anne Swain (Author) "The professional nail industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the UK today..." (more)
Key Phrases: beautiful nails, natural nail bed, natural nail plate, Control of Substances Hazardous, Nail Trainer, Samantha Biddle (more...)

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Product Description
This text had 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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: Cengage Learning; 1 edition (April 11, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1861528361
• ISBN-13: 978-1861528360
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,313,064 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference for beginners, October 6, 2004

By	Ms. E. O'shea (Kildare, Ireland) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this book halfway through doing a nail technician course and I found it fantastic. Great tips and hints, gives good advice and explains everything clearly.
My favourite parts were the trouble-shooting pages with explanations for common problems and how to solve them. There are also good sections on learning to be a trainer, nail art and entering competitions.
If you are a complete beginner like me then this book is perfect.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Impressive., August 15, 2003

By A Customer

This book is a very informative guide for students as well as professionals. Very interesting for me as i am a nail tech in Australia and like to know about the standards around the world. The Chapter on nail art is very involved and has some amazing pics. I am very happy i bought this book!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Provides all the necessary study skills to become a Professional Nail Technician!, September 14, 2008

By	Pro Beauty Education "Beauty Therapy Author w... (UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Encyclopedia of Nails (Habia City & Guilds) (Paperback)

This is a book that provides comprehensive and detailed instruction in all aspects of Nail technology. Written by industry experts; it clearly illustrates the authors' expertise in this subject. For those Beauty Therapists who want to specialise in Nail technology and become Nail Technicians this book is a superb reference guide. A main feature of this book is the attention to detail in every aspect of becoming a Nail technician. Not only does it provide all the necessary study skills for becoming a professional; it provides opportunities for studying competition nail art and becoming a lecturer! It is clear the authors are passionate about the Nail industry and this book demonstrated this to a high degree. In educating students; this book also serves to ultimately raise the profile of the Nail technology industry. For lecturers who teach Beauty Therapy like me; I believe this can only be for the greater good of teaching standards within the Beauty Therapy industry.