Manicure treatments are always in demand in today’s busy salon. Therapists need to have good skills in this area of Salon Services in order to maintain client demand for this regular service.
Helen McGuinness demonstrates a basic manicure including filing and shaping the nails, buffing, cuticle work, hand/arm massage and polish application (including a French manicure) In addition, it includes the application of specialised treatments for the hands and nails: a ‘spa’ manicure to include exfoliation, hand mask and heated mittens, as well as demonstrations of a paraffin wax application and the use of hot oil.
Helen McGuinness has been involved in the field of Beauty and Holistic Therapies for over 20 years. She has many years of commercial experience from owning and running successful clinics and salons providing a wide range of both Holistic and Beauty Therapy treatments.
She has extensive teaching and educational experience having worked as a lecturer, assessor and verifier in both further education and the private sector, with her own centre being one of the leading training providers of professional qualifications for the last 10 years. She is also the Author of a successful range of therapy books including Indian Head Massage, Baby Massage, Aromatherapy, Anatomy & Physiology and Holistic Therapies all published by Hodder & Stoughton, all available through major retailers.