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Preparing For Nail Competitions



By taking the proper steps planning and preparing for nail competitions , a novice competitor can eliminate the “if I had only known” syndrome, a common phrase heard in the competition arena.

Do your due diligence. Know the who, what, why, when, and how, then create a plan for success. If you don’t have all the puzzle pieces, how will you know what the big picture will look like? True success can only occur when we can visualize the bigger picture.

Preparing for competition is a responsibility both novice and seasoned competitors should take seriously. Being prepared and organized for competition increases your confidence level and reduces nervousness, stress, and anxiety.

Take the time to plan ahead. Have a clear vision of what the “big picture” looks like. Know what you need to accomplish, how you will fulfill those accomplishments, and what you want to gain from your competition experience.

To help guide you on your journey, I have prepared a Nail Competition Preparation Guide that will help lock the puzzle pieces together.

Nail Competition Preparations Include:


Decide Where You Want To Compete

  • Determine a nail competition trade show location and date.

  • Choose what competition category or categories you will enter.

  • Pre-register.


    • Be Knowledgeable About Nail Competitions

  • Study the rules & regulations.

  • Know the judging criteria .

  • Review the scoring process.

  • Learn the characteristics of a competition nail design.

  • Observe winning nails .

  • Network with other competitors.

  • Find a mentor.

  • Inquire about questions.


    • Choose Your Hand Model

  • Nice, long, perfect nails.

  • Young, attractive hands.

  • Cooperative, supportive, dependable.


    • Establish What Nail Products & Tools To Use

  • Use high quality nail products and tools.

  • Familiarize and practice with product choice.


    • Practice Applying Competition Nails On Your Hand Model

  • Start practicing months prior to competition.

  • Set special times aside to practice with no interruptions.

  • Avoid over practicing on your model.

  • Applying and removing acrylic nails over a short period of time leads to trauma marks.

  • Time your practice sessions.

  • Time each step.

  • Create a time schedule .

  • Know which hand you will polish prior to competition.


    • Preparing Your Hand Model

  • Perform nail manicure one week prior to competition, trim cuticles if needed.

  • Remove acrylic nails a day or two prior to competition.

  • Removing acrylic nails too soon leaves thin, weak nails vulnerable to trauma and damage.

  • Perform nail manicure night before competition, do not trim cuticles.

  • Leave extra cuticle as cushion to prevent cuts during filing.

  • Brief your model on her responsibilities .


    • Mental Preparations

  • Obtain a positive mindset.

  • Be aware of your strengths and weaknesses.

  • Visualize the big picture then take the necessary steps to make it happen.
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  • Set realistic, attainable goals (example: finish in the allotted time, smile lines, c-curves, etc.)

  • Use your score sheet as a guide to set goals for your next competition.

  • Be patient with yourself, learn from your mistakes, be open to constructive criticism.


    • Packing Nail supplies

  • Create a check list of nail supplies so nothing is forgotten.

  • Competition nail supplies should be new.

  • Pack nail supplies in a convenient carrying case that stores product bottles upright.
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    Travel Arrangements

  • Make travel arrangements a month prior to competition.

  • If flying, your carry-on should be your competition case.

  • All liquids should be in air tight plastic bags, all metal implements in a check-in bag.

  • Call airline to understand the requirements in this matter.
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