Foundation course / Private 1:1 in London
Russian Manicure
& Gel PolishFoundations.
Learn the foundations of precise Russian manicure preparation and gel polish application in one focused day. Combine essential theory with practice on yourself, guided by Natalia from preparation to the finished manicure.
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5% business fee: £40. Total: £840
Full course fee: £800.
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Russian Manicure & Gel Polish Foundations
1 day · 9am–4:30pm
Private 1:1 in London · 2 ABT-accredited diplomas
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- £800
- Business fee (5%)
- £40
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Your starting point
Strong foundations.
Careful technique.
Build your confidence with the full preparation and colour process, with individual guidance and time to ask questions throughout the day.
Who is this course for?
Designed for complete beginners starting their professional nail journey. No previous nail training is required.
- One full day, from 9am to 4:30pm
- Private 1:1, in person in London
- Practical training with Natalia Bulat
- Practise on yourself · No model needed
- All training tools and products provided
- Light lunch and beverages included
- Bring a notebook and pen for your notes
- Support after the course via email or Instagram DM
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2 ABT-accredited diplomas
E-File and Gel Manicure. Awarded on successful completion of the course and written assessment.
Inside the course
Prepare with precision.
Finish with confidence.
Work through theory and guided self-practice, from understanding your e-file to completing preparation, soft gel base and gel polish application.
Health & safety theory
Explore safe e-file use, nail and skin contraindications, and the professional standards that support your practice.
Workspace setup: ergonomics, comfort & safety
Explore posture, seating, equipment placement, PPE and ventilation to support comfortable and safe working practices.
Consultation & hygiene
Discuss client consultation alongside cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation principles for your workspace and tools.
E-file operation & e-file bits
Learn control and working speeds, bit materials, shapes and grits, plus equipment selection and maintenance.
Controlled product removal
Practise e-file removal with appropriate e-file bits and control, with attention to the natural nail.
Russian manicure preparation
Explore cuticle preparation using a combined method of manual tools and e-file bits for delicate, clean results, followed by skin polishing.
Nail shaping & preparation
Work towards balanced salon shapes and explore mechanical and liquid preparation before gel application.
Soft gel base application
Explore product viscosity, hardness and elasticity. Practise slim base application and understand how to work with a self-levelling product.
Gel polish & finishing
Refine colour application around the cuticle line, followed by top-coat application for an even, polished finish.
Retention & lifting
Explore common retention and lifting problems, and discuss how preparation, product choice and application affect your results.
Pricing & professional development
Discuss pricing, presenting your work on social media and planning your next steps. Review your progress through individual feedback and questions.
Photography basics
Explore phone settings, lighting and framing to capture clear photographs that show the details of your finished manicure.
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A few useful details
Before you begin.
Do I need previous nail training?
No previous experience is required for this foundation course. If you already work as a nail technician, share your background so we can confirm the most suitable training pathway.
How long is the course?
This is a one-day course, running from 9am to 4:30pm in London.
What should I prepare for the day?
You’ll practise on yourself, so you don’t need to bring a model. All training tools and products are provided. Please bring a notebook and pen for your notes. Light lunch and beverages are included.
Can I pay in instalments?
Choose full payment or 2–5 instalments. Your exact schedule is shown at checkout. Monthly payments are used when there is enough time; otherwise, payments are evenly spaced to finish one week before your first training day.
What happens if I need to change my booking?
You may request one reschedule without an admin fee, with at least one calendar month’s notice before your first training day. A replacement date is subject to availability and written confirmation. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.