Remove nail enhancements and restore the natural nail

URN: SKANT9
Business Sectors (Suites): Nail Services
Developed by: SkillsActive
Approved on: 2021

Overview

This standard coexists alongside, *SKAHDBRBNST1 Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices *and *SKAHDBRBNS1 Consult, assess, plan and prepare for Hair, Barbering, Beauty, Nails, Wellbeing and Holistic services. *This standard is for a nail professional providing nail services to remove nail enhancements. You will be required to remove cyanoacrylate, monomer liquid and polymer powder and UV light cured gel nail enhancements. You will also be required to do a post procedure evaluation and reflection for continuous improvement. Users of this standard will need to ensure that their practices reflect up-to-date information, policies, procedures and best practice guidance. It is advisable users of this standard are aware of, and comply with first aid requirements in accordance with legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

The main outcomes are:

  1. Remove the cyanoacrylate nail enhancements
  2. Remove the monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements
  3. Remove the UV cured nail product enhancements

Performance criteria

You must be able to:

1.     carry out a concise and comprehensive consultation with the individual

2.     maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines

3.     discuss and establish the removal of nail enhancements service plan, to include:

3.1 the type nail enhancement

4.     confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed nail enhancement removal service, to include:

4.1 contra-actions

4.2 adverse reactions

**4.3 physical sensation on the nail bed and surrounding skin

5.     obtain and record the individual's informed consent for the proposed nail enhancement removal service

Removal of nail enhancements

6.     use removal techniques in accordance with the service protocol

**6.1 using techniques to not damage the natural nail or surrounding skin

Restoration of the natural nail

7.     carry out a nail and skin analysis, to include:

7.1 nail condition

7.2 skin condition

7.3 length and shape of the nail

8.     discuss and agree the nail and skincare products to be used in the restoration treatment in accordance with the service protocol

9.     confirm the desired nail length and shape with the individual

10.   shape the nails to ensure a smooth free edge in accordance with the service protocol

Cuticle work

11.   prepare the cuticles in accordance with the manufacturer instructions

12.   use tools to remove cuticle from the visible nail plate without damaging the surrounding skin

13.   apply the post-treatment product in accordance with the service protocol

14.   monitor the individual's health, wellbeing and skin reaction throughout the nail service

15.   implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction

16.   conclude the service in accordance with the service protocol, legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures

17.   complete the individual's service records and store in accordance with data legislation

18.   use reflective practice to evaluate the nail service and take appropriate action

19.   provide instructions and advice to the individual post the service

20.   record the outcome and evaluation of the nail service


Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

1.     your role and responsibilities in providing removal of nail enhancement services and the importance of working within your competence

2.     why you must comply with ethical practice and work within the legislative requirements, to include:

2.1 the responsibilities under local authority licensing regulations for yourself and your premises

3.     the importance to engage in, and document continuous professional development to include, up-to-date information policies, procedures and best practice guidance

4.     the anatomy and physiology relevant to this standard

5.     the relative and absolute contraindications relevant to the nail service, to include:

5.1 the legislative and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis and referral 

6.     the importance of recognising suspicious skin irregularities and lesions, and referring to a relevant healthcare professional 

7.     the purpose, use and limitations of removal of nail enhancement services, in relation to:

7.1 nail condition 

7.2 relevant lifestyle factors

7.3 individual's expectations

8.     how to conduct a nail and skin analysis 

9.     the importance of adhering to the service protocol

10.   the chemical composition of all nail enhancements products, to include:

10.1 the risks associated with allergens and ingredients that could cause harm

11.   the techniques and products used to remove all types of nail enhancements, to include:

11.1 how to mimimise damage to the nail and surrounding skin 

12.   the types of files and buffers and their effects

13.   the types of hygiene products for the skin and the importance of following manufacturer instructions

14.   how to prepare, use and maintain products, tools  and equipment in accordance with the service protocol 

15.   the reasons for restoring and treating the natural nail and surrounding skin post a removal of nail enhancement service

16.   the techniques for repairing natural nails 

17.   the types of UV cured nail strengthening systems that provide structure to weak nails

18.   the reasons for applying a post-treatment product following removal of nail enhancement service

19.   the adverse reactions associated with, removal of nail enhancement services and how to respond

20.   the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the removal of nail enhancement service to include:

20.1 the importance of adequate extraction and ventilation when removing nail enhancement products 

21.   why it is important to discuss and establish the individual's objectives, concerns, expectations, desired outcomes and agree the removal of nail enhancements service plan

22.   the legal requirements for providing nail services to minors and vulnerable adults

23.   the fee structures and treatment options

24.   the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the removal of the nail enhancement(s) service

25.   the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during, and post service

26.   the reasons for taking consensual visual media of the individual's treatment area and storing in accordance with the service, legislative, insurance and organisational requirements

27.  the legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the individual's removal of nail enhancement service records

28.   the expected outcomes of removal of nail enhancement services

29.   the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future services

30.   the importance to record the outcome and evaluation of the removal of nail enhancement services 

31.   the instructions and advice, post the removal of nail enhancement service


Scope/range

Nail enhancement

  1. monomer liquid and polymer powder
  2. UV light cured hard gel
  3. UV light cured soft gel
  4. cyanoacrylate

Adverse reaction

  1. allergic reaction
  2. discolouration of the product
  3. discolouration of the nail plate
  4. discolouration of the nail bed
  5. thinning of the nail plate
  6. cuts and abrasions
  7. bruising
  8. overexposure
  9. exothermic reaction
  10. lifting of the product
  11. premature loss of enhancement
  12. infection
  13. onycholysis

Service protocol

  1. working environment
  2. health and safety
  3. infection prevention and control
  4. service plan
  5. informed consent
  6. data management
  7. manufacturer instructions
  8. audit and accountability
  9. instructions and advice

  10. sustainability

  11. waste management
  12. evidence-based practice
  13. reflective practice

Nail condition

  1. onychophagy
  2. discolouration
  3. misshapen
  4. split above the hyponychium
  5. beau lines
  6. ridged longitudinal and horizontal lines
  7. dehydrated
  8. onychorrhexis
  9. onycholysis

Length and shape of the nail

  1. long
  2. mid-length
  3. short
  4. round
  5. oval
  6. square
  7. squoval
  8. coffin
  9. almond
  10. stiletto

Post-treatment product

  1. creams
  2. oils

Instructions

  1. the individual and practitioner's legal rights and responsibilities
  2. pre and post service instructions and care
  3. restrictions and associated risks
  4. future services

Anatomy and physiology

  1. the structure and function of the body systems and their interdependence on each other within the upper and lower extremities
  2. the contraindications and pathologies related to the nail unit, nail growth and skin
  3. the structure and functions of nail and nail growth 


Scope Performance


Scope Knowledge


Values


Behaviours


Skills


Glossary

Absolute contraindication

An absolute contraindication is a condition that prevents the service from being carried out and may require referral.

Adverse reaction
An adverse reaction is an 'unexpected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. fainting

Contra action
A contra-action is an 'expected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. erythema

Evidence-based practice

Evidence-based practice is based on the best available, current, valid and relevant evidence.

First aid

First aid can refer to first aid at work qualifications or equivalent and first aid mental health awareness.

Protocol

A protocol is a standard procedure to ensure best practice and compliance when providing services, i.e. follow manufacturer instructions.

Relative contraindication

A relative contraindication is a condition that requires an assessment of suitability for the service and/or if adaptions are required.


Links To Other NOS


SKAHDBRBNST1, SKAHDBRBNS1, SKABN1, SKABN2, SKABN3, SKANT1, SKANT2, SKANT3, SKANT4, SKANT5, SKANT6, SKANT7


External Links


Version Number

1

Indicative Review Date

2024

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

SkillsActive

Original URN

n/a

Relevant Occupations

Nail Technician

SOC Code

6222

Keywords

removal of nail enhancements, remove artificial nail, remove UV cured nail products, hard gel, soft gel, LED, remove nail tips