Level 3 — Intermediate Nail Art
Design complexity: Multiple simple elements arranged thoughtfully (e.g., stripes + dots, small florals, color blocking).
Techniques used: Freehand line work, basic stamping, simple gradients/sponge blending, single-layer decals or foil accents.
Time & service expectation: +15–30 minutes added to a basic manicure.
Level 4 — Advanced Nail Art
Design complexity: Multi-element compositions across several nails with finer detail (e.g., detailed florals, mini portraits, multi-color marbling, layered stamping).
Techniques used: Fine detail brushes, layered stamping, controlled marbling, chrome/pearl applications, encapsulated thin decals, light foil placement, hand-painted shading and highlights.
Time & service expectation: +30–60 minutes added to a manicure; may require curing between layers.
Typical look: Soft ombré base with two nails featuring hand-painted, shaded blossoms and one nail with a precise metallic leaf foil — eye-catching but still refined.
Client description: Someone who loves art-forward nails and wants noticeable intricacy without bulky 3D elements.
Level 5 — Expert/Artistic Nail Art
Design complexity: Highly detailed, multi-layered art across the set; may include 3D elements, sculpted shapes, micro-detailing, mini scenes or hyper-realistic images.
Techniques used: Sculpting (acrylic/gel 3D), mixed-media encapsulation, advanced micro-painting, precision rhinestone/pearl/metalwork placement, complex layering with multiple cures, negative-space engineering.
60–120 minutes
Level 3 — Intermediate Nail Art
Design complexity: Multiple simple elements arranged thoughtfully (e.g., stripes + dots, small florals, color blocking).
Techniques used: Freehand line work, basic stamping, simple gradients/sponge blending, single-layer decals or foil accents.
Time & service expectation: +15–30 minutes added to a basic manicure.
Level 4 — Advanced Nail Art
Design complexity: Multi-element compositions across several nails with finer detail (e.g., detailed florals, mini portraits, multi-color marbling, layered stamping).
Techniques used: Fine detail brushes, layered stamping, controlled marbling, chrome/pearl applications, encapsulated thin decals, light foil placement, hand-painted shading and highlights.
Time & service expectation: +30–60 minutes added to a manicure; may require curing between layers.
Typical look: Soft ombré base with two nails featuring hand-painted, shaded blossoms and one nail with a precise metallic leaf foil — eye-catching but still refined.
Client description: Someone who loves art-forward nails and wants noticeable intricacy without bulky 3D elements.
Level 5 — Expert/Artistic Nail Art
Design complexity: Highly detailed, multi-layered art across the set; may include 3D elements, sculpted shapes, micro-detailing, mini scenes or hyper-realistic images.
Techniques used: Sculpting (acrylic/gel 3D), mixed-media encapsulation, advanced micro-painting, precision rhinestone/pearl/metalwork placement, complex layering with multiple cures, negative-space engineering.
60–120 minutes
