Perfect Polish Manicure

Category Rules

1. Time: 60 minutes.

Full manicure on both hands.

2. Manicure type: classic, drilled, combined.

3. Nail polish:

• One hand — traditional red

• Other hand — classic French (traditional polish only)

4. Natural nails.

5. Prohibited: gel, acrylic, decoration.

6. Allowed: traditional polish; no oil residue.

7. Sanitized table; sterilized tools.

8. Cleaning only before the briefing.

9. Clean underside of nails.

10. Only the final result will be evaluated.

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JUDGING CRITERIA — 100 Points

JUDGE 1 — Cuticle & Technique (35 points)

1. Cuticle — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Uniform and clean area.

• No cuts, loose skin, or irritation.

• Defined cuticle line.

2. Lateral grooves — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Equal finish on both sides.

• No damage or redness.

• Clean lateral lines.

3. Proximal fold — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Complete and uniform finish.

• No cuts or irregularities.

• Professional appearance.

4. Technical execution — 5 points

The judge evaluates:

• Control of tools.

• Precision and safety.

• Professional execution.

JUDGE 2 — Nail Polish Application (35 points)

1. Red Nail Polish Application — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Uniform coverage.

• Close to the cuticle without running.

• Free edge fully painted.

2. Classic French Manicure — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Clean and symmetrical smile line.

• Uniform distribution.

• No flaws or smudges.

3. Product Control — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• No running.

• Uniform thickness.

• No oil residue.

4. Final Finish — 5 points

The judge evaluates:

• Clean nails, free of dust.

• Smooth edges.

• Impeccable finish.

JUDGE 3 - Form, Structure & Impression (30 points)

1. Form and Length — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Consistency between all fingers.

• Proportion to the model's hands.

• Clean free line.

2. Structure and Side View — 10 points

The judge evaluates:

• Smooth surface.

• No undulations or depressions.

• Symmetrical side wall.

3. Cleanliness of the Underside — 5 points

The judge evaluates:

• Absence of dust.

• No residue.

4. Overall Impression — 5 points

The judge evaluates:

• Professional appearance.

• Harmony and cleanliness.

• Compliance with the rules.