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FIVE STYLE SCULPTURED NAILS

 

This competition is about style and shape. We want to see 5 shapes of nail extensions. Square and regular stiletto cannot be used. For example the wedge, bridge, lipstick, edge, Russian almond, blade, arrow or something new that you create. Remember it is the structure of the nail that dictates type of nail you are going to produce.

 

THIS IS NOT FRENCH TWIST. Each nail must have a different structure quality.

 

“C” Curves will be judged in accordance with the shape that is created. Meaning they will most probably NOT be created in the traditional “C” fashion. Smile lines MAY be done in support of the style created for that nail shape.

 

1. Competitors will have 3 hours (unless otherwise noted) to complete ONE HAND (unless otherwise noted) of FiveStyle competition-style sculptured nail enhancements using flat paper or metal forms. Tips and adhesive are NOT allowed.

2. Each design must be distinct from the other. Styles must be unusual style and design. You must think out of the box.

3. Competitors must use liquid-and-powder acrylic products or light-cured gel products in one technology only. You can not use gel paint or white gel polish.

4. Only pink, clear and white enhancement products may be used. Enhancement products containing glitter and/or any other color are NOT allowed. Cover pinks are allowed and may be used to elongate natural nail beds.

5. Embellishments may NOT be used.

6. The model’s natural nails may be prepared for product application before the competition, but the product may NOT be applied until the competition starts.

7. No consideration will be given for any pre-existing damage to a model’s natural nails, cuticles, or hands.

8.  Electric files and buffing tools, may be used.

9. ** Cleansing products (soaps, etc.) and moisturizing products oils, creams, lotions are allowed.

10. The nail enhancements must be French-style (pink/clear and white), finished to a high shine, and completely free of polish. The nail plate may be extended. Gel sealant may be used (for gel) to finish to a high shine (for acrylic). Or you can buff to a high shine.

11. FiveStyle Sculptured Nails will be judged in the following categories: smile lines, “C” curves, cuticle area, shape, product control, FiveStyle, surface structure, lateral structure, length, complexity, finish work, and overall impression.

Judging criteria

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JUDGE 1

 

Smile Lines – 10 Points

 

  • The smile lines are crisp (definition between pink and white)

  • The smile lines are symmetrical and consistent

 

“C” curves – 10 Points

 

  • The curvature of the nail enhancements is symmetrical and consistent

  • The depth of curvature is a range between 40% and 50%

  • The percent of curvature enhances the model’s nails

  • Since nail enhancements are unique in shape, consideration will be given for the apparent lack of traditional “C” curvature at the distal edge

 

Cuticle Area – 5 Points

 

  • Тhe product is flush to the natural nails and close to the cuticles

  • The model’s skin at the cuticle area is in excellent condition (free from abrasions)

 

Shape – 10 Points

 

  • The shape is symmetrical and consistent individually

  • The shape is symmetrical and consistent together as a set

  • The shape is unique of FreeStyle form and executed well

 

JUDGE 2

 

Product Control – 5 Points

 

  • The product is completely free of air bubbles and pits

  • The color of the product is consistent

  • The skin is free from all products

 

FreeStyle – 10 Points

 

  • The FreeStyle is innovative and new

  • The FreeStyle is executed well

 

Surface Structure – 10 Points

 

  • The top surfaces of the nail enhancements are smooth and perfectly contoured

  • The bottom surfaces of the nail enhancements are smooth and perfectly contoured

 

Lateral Structure– 10 Points

 

  • The nail enhancements align perfectly with the sides of the natural nails

  • If nail enhancements are unique in shape, the point at which the enhancement leaves the lateral fold is a consistent nail to nail

  • The arches of the nail enhancements are consistently placed

 

JUDGE 3

 

Length – 5 Points

 

  • The length, measured from cuticle to the end of the extension, is consistent between matching nails (pinkie to pinkie, etc.) and in proportion to each other

  • The length is suitable for competition-style nail enhancements; a suggested range of a 1 to 1 ratio of the nail bed to free edge is ideal, provided the length looks balanced on the model’s hand’s

 

Difficulty – 10 Points

 

  • The FreeStyle demanding of skill

  • The FreeStyle is complex and difficult

 

Finish Work – 5 Points

 

  • The entire surface of the nail enhancement is smooth and very shiny (absent of scratches)

  • The edges of the nails are smooth and finished

  • The nails are thoroughly clean (absent of dust)

 

Overall Impression – 10 Points

 

  • The nails complement the model’s hands

  • The thinness is suitable for competition-style nail enhancements (the thinness of a business card, approximately .01 to .03 inches, is ideal)

  • The entry has a certain WOW! Factor

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