Judge 1
Smile Lines - 5 Points
- the smile lines are crisp and reach completely up into each corner (definition between Pink and Black)
- the smile lines are symmetrical and consistent (even points and equal curvature)
- absence of all shadows
Shape - 5 points
- the shape is consistent finger to finger
- the shape is proportionate to the hand
- the shape enhances the models hands
Black Soak-Off Gel Polish Application - 10 Points
- the soak off gel polish completely covers the entire nail (close to the cuticle and covers all edges)
- the application is smooth, even and clean
- the soak-off gel polish is evenly spaced around the cuticles
- the hairline tip is covered with soak-off gel polish
Finish Work - 10 Points
- the edges of the nails are smooth and finished
- the nails are thoroughly clean (absence of dust)
Judge 2
Cuticle Area - 10 points
- the product is close to but not touching the cuticles
- the model's skin at the cuticle area is in excellent condition (free from abrasions and product)
Surface Smoothness - 10 points
- the entire surface of the finished nail is smooth and very shiny
- nails are free from dull areas
- there are no dips, bumps or high spots on the surface
Pink and Black Soak-Off Gel Polish Application - 10 points
- the Black soak-off gel polish completely covers the free edge of the nails, including the hairline tip
- the Black soak-off gel polish is solid and completely free from all shadows
- the Pink soak-off gel polish is even in shape and spacing around the cuticles
- the application is smooth, even and clean
Product Control - 10 points
- the soak-off gel polish is free of pooling at cuticles and lateral folds
- the soak-off gel polish is applied thin and evenly free of wrinkles and streaking
- the soak-off gel is completely cured
Judge 3
Length - 5 points
- the length, measured from cuticle to the free edge is consistent between matching nails (pinkie to pinkie, etc.) and in proportion to each other
- the length appears balanced on the models hands
Lateral View & Surface Structure - 10 points
- soak-off gel polish application at sidewall and surface is even and straight
- sidewalls of natural nails are consistently shaped
- the top surfaces of application is smooth and perfectly contoured
- the bottom surfaces of application are smooth and perfectly contoured
Underside of Nails - 5 Points
- the underside of the nails are clean and free from all soak-off gel polish
- the underside of the nails are free from dust
- the underside of each hand should look the same
Overall Impression - 10 Points
- the soak-off gel polish complements the model's hands
- the soak-off gel polish application is complete and needs no improvement
- all rules were followed