Lesson 1Curing protocol: lamp power, seconds per layer, and signs of under/over curingGrasp right hardening steps for Acrigel, including lamp type and power, seconds per layer, hand spots, and spotting and fixing under- or over-hardened product to avoid lifting, heat bursts, and service fails in Zambian work.
Choosing compatible lamp and wattageRecommended cure times per layerProper hand placement in the lampSigns of under-cured AcrigelSigns of over-cured or brittle productLesson 2Nail prep sequence: soaking/cuticle work, pushing and trimming cuticle, buffing, dehydration — specific grit and techniqueMaster exact nail prep for Acrigel, including soaking or dry choices, safe cuticle work, right pushing and trimming, controlled buffing with set grits, and full dehydration to boost sticking and cut lifting in Zambian services.
Dry vs soak prep decision-makingCuticle softening and pusher techniqueSafe cuticle trimming and e-file bitsBuffing direction and grit progressionDehydration and primer application stepsLesson 3Natural nude finishing: product selection for soft nude, thin colour application, sealing with gloss mattes, and final sanitationMake a natural nude finish over Acrigel, picking nice nude shades, applying thin, even colour layers, balancing cover, and sealing with gloss or matte tops, then final cleaning of tools and station before next Zambian client.
Choosing nude shades for Emma’s skin toneThin colour application and flash curingGloss versus matte top coat choicesAvoiding bulk while sealing edgesEnd-of-service sanitation checklistLesson 4Acrigel layering technique for natural medium almond: base layer, sculpting apex, building length — amounts, placement, and curing timesFollow exact Acrigel layering for natural medium almond nails, covering base slip layer, controlled apex building, length extension with low bulk, product bead size, brush force, and hardening times for each build layer in Zambian practice.
Creating an even slip base layerPlacing and shaping the apex zoneExtending free edge to medium lengthControlling product thickness and bulkSmoothing surface before full cureLesson 5Tip selection, sizing and preparation (clipping, roughening, adhesive use) vs form application rationaleCompare tips and forms for medium almond Acrigel, learning to pick, size, clip, roughen tips, apply glue right, and know when forms are better for nail health, build, or Zambian client life needs.
Choosing tip style for almond shapesAccurate tip sizing and clipping lengthRoughening contact area and blendingAdhesive amount and placement controlWhen to prefer forms over tipsForm fitting for tricky nail platesLesson 6Filing and refinement: shaping almond profile, grit progression, e-file guidance and finishing buffer sequenceRefine Acrigel medium almond shape with planned filing, learning sidewall match, apex keep, grit steps, safe e-file use, and finish buffer steps for smooth, even surface ready for nude finish in Zambian salons.
Mapping the ideal almond silhouetteRefining sidewalls and free edgeHand file grit progression strategySafe e-file speed and pressureFinal buffing and surface smoothingLesson 7Aftercare and maintenance instructions to give client: hydration, gentle filing, activity precautions, and recommended refill intervalLearn to explain aftercare and upkeep to Emma, covering moisture routines, safe home filing, activity warnings for office jobs and daily tasks, and set refill times to keep nail health and extension looks in Zambian life.
Daily cuticle oil and hand careSafe at-home snag smoothing tipsTyping and office activity precautionsHousehold and gym protection adviceRefill timing and warning signsLesson 8Client consultation script and nail assessment checklist tailored for nail-healthy office workerBuild a planned consultation and nail check for a nail-healthy office worker, covering lifestyle, length aims, shape fit, no-gos, and records so you can design safe, usable medium almond Acrigel extensions for Zambian clients.
Lifestyle and keyboard use discussionAssessing natural nail length and strengthContraindications and red flag checklistChoosing suitable length and almond shapeDocumenting consent and service notesLesson 9Workstation and tool preparation checklist for a hygienic service with timing planLearn to set up a clean, quick workstation for Acrigel, including surface guard, tool arrange, cleaning steps, and real timing plan to keep service smooth, safe, and money-making without hurrying key parts in Zambian salons.
Surface protection and disposable itemsDisinfection and sterilisation routineTool layout for efficient workflowTiming plan for each service phaseClient comfort and ergonomics setup
