Salon Success Judging Criteria 2013

Judge 1

Smile Lines - 10 Points

• the smile lines are crisp (definition between pink and white)
• the smile lines are symmetrical and consistent (even points and equal curvature)

"C" curves - 10 Points

• the curvature of the nail enhancements is symmetrical and consistent
• the depth of curvature is a range between 33.33 and 40%
• the percent of curvature enhances the models nails
• if nail enhancements are oval in shape, consideration will be given for the apparent lack of curvature at the distal edge

Cuticle Area - 10 Points

• the product is flush to the natural nails and close to the cuticles
• the model's skin at the cuticle area is in excellent condition (free from abrasions)

Shape - 10 Points

• the shape is symmetrical and consistent individually
• the shape is symmetrical and consistent together

Judge 2

Product Control - 10 Points

• the product is completely free of air bubbles and pits
• the color of the product is consistent
• the skin is free from all enhancement products

Surface Structure - 10 Points

• the top surfaces of the nail enhancements are smooth and perfectly contoured
• the bottom surfaces of the nail enhancements are smooth and perfectly contoured

Presentation - 5 Points

• this entry was presented neat and clean
• the underside of both hands are free from all product debris
• the nails are thoroughly clean (absent of dust)

Lateral Structure - 10 Points

• the nail enhancements align perfectly with the sides of the natural nails
• if nail enhancements are oval in shape, the point at which the oval begins is consistent
• the arch of the nail enhancements is consistently located

Judge 3

Length - 10 Points

• the length, measured from cuticle to the end of the extension, is consistent between matching nails (pinkie to pinkie, etc.) and in proportion to each other
• the length is suitable for salon style nail enhancements - a suggested range 2 to 1 ratio of nail bed to free edge is ideal - provided the length looks balanced on models hands

Polish Application - 5 Points - One Hand

• the polish completely covers the nails (close to the cuticle and covers all edges)
• the application is smooth, even and clean

Finish Work - 5 Points - One Hand

• the entire surface of the nail enhancement is smooth and very shiny (absent of scratches)
• the edges of the nails are smooth and finished

Overall Impression - 5 Points

• the nails complement the model's hands
• the thinness is suitable for salon-style nail enhancements

Scoring Guides for all competitions

Scoring Guide Scoring Guide               Scoring Guide 1 hand

10  Flawless                5   Average                              5        Flawless              

9   Almost flawless      4   Below average                    4        Very good

8   Very good              3   Poor                                     3        Average

7   Good                      2   Very poor                             2        Below average

6   Above average       1   Unacceptable                       1        Very poor        

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