Assessment Criteria

Soak-Off Gel Application Judging Criteria 2016

Judge 1

Smile Lines – 5 Points

  • the smile lines are crisp and reach completely up into each corner (definition between pink and white)
  • the smile lines are symmetrical and cosistent (even points and equal curvature)
  • absence of all shadows

Shape – 5 points

  • the shape is consistent finger to finger
  • the shape is proportinate to the hand

Red 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 suface

Pink and White Soak Off Gel Polish Application – 10 points

  • the white soak off gel polish completely covers the free edge of the nails, including the hairline tip
  • the white 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 wrinkes and streaking

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

  • gel soak off 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 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 complete application is complete and needs no improvement

3 In One Judging Criteria 2016

Sculptured Nails Judging Criteria 2017

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 40% and 50%
  • the percent of curvature enhances the model’s 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 as a set

Judge 2

Product Control – 5 Points

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

**Moons – 5 Points

  • the moons are properly placed
  • the moons have been sculpted and not been filed off
  • the moons enhance the nail extension

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

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 placed

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 competition-style nail enhancements; a suggested range of a 1 to 1 ratio of nail bed to free edge is ideal, provided the length looks balanced on model’s hands

Polish or Color Application – 5 Points

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

Finish Work – 5 Points

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

Tip & Overlay Judging Criteria 2017

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 40% and 50%
  • the percent of curvature enhances the model’s nails
  • if nail enhancements are oval or stiletto in shape, consideration will be given for the apparent lack of curvature at the distal edge

**Cuticle Area & Moons – 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)
  • the moons are sculpted and properly placed
  • the moons have not been filed off
  • they enhance the nail extension

Shape – 10 Points

  • the shape is symmetrical and consistent individually
  • the shape is symmetrical and consistent together as a set

Judge 2

Product Control – 5 Points

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

**Tip Application – 5 Points

  • the tips are the right size for each nail bed
  • the tips fit perfect from side to side
  • the underside of the nails are neat, clean and free from glue and debris

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

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 are consistently placed

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 competition-style nail enhancements; a suggested range of a 1 to 1 ratio of nail bed to free edge is ideal, provided the length looks balanced on model’s hands

Polish or Color Application – 5 Points

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

Finish Work – 5 Points

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

Overall Impression – 10 Points

  • the nails complement the model’s hands
  • the thinness is suitable for competition-style nail enhancements (the thinness of a business card, approximately .01 to .03 inches, is ideal)

**Foil Embossed Elegance Judging Criteria 2016

Judge 1

Originality – 5 Points

          • the design is innovative (new and original)

          • the design is unique (different from other designs we have seen in the past and               from other entries)

          • the design is within the guidelines of the copyright rules

Visual Interest – 10 Points

          • the design captures your attention

          • the design holds your attention

          • the design continues to draw your attention to new details

Color – 10 Points

          • the colors enhance the design

          • the colors complement each other

Judge 2

Balance – 5 Points

          • various elements of the design are well-balanced, neither too sparse nor too busy

          • the sum of the design is in harmony with the parts of the whole design

Design and Detail – 10 Points

          • the design enhances the theme

          • the design is well thought out

          • the detail of design is clean and precise

          • the design has adequate detail

Dimension – 10 Points

          • the artwork is obvious and within the guidelines of Foil Embossed Elegance rules

          • the dimension enhances the theme and is balanced

          • the design is raised adequately to accentuate the artwork

Overall Impression – 10 Points

          • this entry makes an excellent overall impression

          • this entry is complete and needs no improvement

  Judge 3

Complexity – 10 Points

          • the design is challenging, demanding skill and effort

          • the design involves multiple techniques

Workmanship – 10 Points

          • the overall quality of the work demonstrates outstanding artistic skills

          • the workmanship is neat, clean and precise

Shape – 5 Points

          • the shape is symmetrical and consistent individually

          • the shape is symmetrical and consistent together as a whole

Theme – 5 Points

          • the theme is obvious and completely developed

          • the theme is continued on all 10 nails

It’s All About The Bling! Judging Criteria 2016

It’s All About The Bling! Competition Judging Criteria

 Judge 1

Originality – 5 Points

          • the design is innovative (new and original)

          • the design is unique (different from other designs we have seen in the past)

Cleanliness of Application – 10 Points

          • the design is neat and clean

          • the application is glue free

Design– 10 Points

          • the design is well thought out

          • the detail of design is clean and precise

          • the design has adequate detail

Workmanship – 10 Points

          • the overall quality of the work demonstrates outstanding artistic skills

          • the workmanship is neat, clean and precise

Judge 2

Balance – 10 Points

          • various elements of the design are well-balanced, neither too sparse or too busy

          • the sum of the design is in harmony with the parts of the whole design

Amount of Quality Bling – 10 Points

          • the bling is deliberate

          • the elements are quality

          • the design worthy of the elements

Visual Interest – 10 Points

          • the design captures your attention

          • the design holds your attention

Shape – 5 Points

          • the shape is symmetrical and consistent individually

          • the shape is symmetrical and consistent together as a set

 Judge 3

Complexity – 10 Points

          • the design is challenging, demanding skill and effort

          • the design involves multiple techniques

Brightness – 10 Points

          • the elements enhance the design

          • the design is bright and clean

Detail – 10 Points

          • the detail clarifies the design, adding dimension

          • the design has adequate detail

Overall Impression – 10 Points

          • the design makes an excellent overall impression

          • the design is complete and needs no improvement

          • this design is presented within the guidelines of the IAB rules

Extreme Stiletto Design –  Judging Criteria 2016

Lateral Structure & Shape – 10 Points

  • the nail enhancements align perfectly with the sides of the natural nails
  • the arch of the nail enhancements is consistently placed
  • the shape is symmetrical and consistent individually and as a set

Finish Work – 10 Points

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

Theme – 5 Points

  • the design is executed well
  • the overall entry is complete and needs no improvement
  • the theme was followed on all 10 nails; Failure to do will result in a 20pt deduction

Design – 10 Points

  • the design is complete and needs no improvement
  • the design involves multiple techniques
  • the design has kept within the color range of the theme

**On My Own Judging Criteria 2016

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 as a set

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  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 or Color 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
  • the nails are thoroughly clean (absent of dust)

Overall Impression – 5 Points

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

 

Fantasy Nail Art Judging Criteria 2016

Judge 1

**Originality – 5 Points

  • the design is innovative (new and original)
  • the design is unique (different from other designs we have seen in the past and from other entries)
  • the design is within the guidelines of the copyright rules

Color – 10 Points

  • the colors enhance the design
  • the colors complement each other

**Costume – 10 Points

  • the costume complements the theme and artwork
  • the costume is complete and needs no improvement
  • the costume is neat, clean and well-constructed
  • the costume is well-constructed according to competitors interpretation of theme.  Example if the entry is supposed to be messy, sloppy or bloody it should be done well.
  • the costume is well thought out with extra details added if store bought.
  • the costume is complete with make-up, body paint or other accessories

**Design – 10 Points

  • the design enhances the theme
  • the design is completely thought out
  • the design is within a fantasy realm.  Something extraordinary, not simple but fantastical
  • the nail art MUST BE attached to the nails and not sitting ONLY on a platform

Judge 2

Visual Interest – 10 Points

  • the design captures your attention
  • the design holds your attention
  • the design continues to draw your attention to new details

Balance – 5 Points

  • various elements of the design are well-balanced, neither too sparse or too busy
  • the sum of the design is in harmony with the parts of the whole design

Overall Impression – 10 Points

  • the design makes an excellent overall impression
  • the design is complete and needs no improvement

**Presentation – 5 Points

  • the entry is presented within the Fantasy Nail Art Guidelines
  • the entry makes an excellent presentation
  • care was taken to present this entry
  • written statement is included and is complete and understandable

Judge 3

Complexity – 10 Points

  • the design is challenging, demanding skill and effort
  • the design involves multiple techniques

Workmanship – 5 Points

  • the overall quality of the work demonstrates outstanding artistic skills
  • the workmanship is neat and clean

Detail – 10 Points

  • the detail of design is clean, clear and precise
  • the detail is more than adequate for the design
  • the detail clarifies the design, adding dimension

Theme – 10 Points

  • the theme is obvious and completely devloped
  • the theme is continued on all 10 nails
  • the design enhances the theme

Hand Painted Nail Art Judging Criteria 2016

Judge 1

Originality – 5 Points

  • the design is innovative (new and original)
  • the design is unique (different from other designs we have seen in the past and is different from other entries)
  • the design is within the guidelines of the copyright rules

Visual Interest – 10 Points

  • the design captures your attention
  • the design holds your attention
  • the design continues to draw your attention to new details

Color – 10 Points

  • the colors enhance the design
  • the colors complement each other

Presentation – 5 Points

  • this entry is presented within the Hand Painted Nail Art Rule Guidelines
  • this entry is presented as if it is a special piece of art
  • care was taken to make this presentation neat and clean
  • written statement is included and is complete and understandable

Judge 2

Balance – 5 Points

  • various elements of the design are well-balanced, neither too sparse or too busy
  • the sum of the design is in harmony with the parts of the whole design

Design – 10 Points

  • the design enhances the theme
  • the design is well thought out
  • the design is complete and needs no improvement

Detail – 10 Points

  • the detail is clean and precise
  • the clarifies the design, adding dimension
  • the design has adequate detail

Overall Impression – 10 Points

  • the design makes an excellent overall impression
  • the design is complete and needs no improvement
  • all work is done by hand

Judge 3

Complexity – 10 Points

  • the design is challenging, demanding skill and effort
  • the design involves multiple techniques

Workmanship – 10 Points

  • the overall quality of the work demonstrates outstanding artistic skills
  • the workmanship is neat, clean and precise

Tip Length – 5 Points

  • the tips are graduated in length or size
  • the tip length is no longer than 2″
  • the tip width is no wider than 3/4 of an inch if flattened out

Theme – 10 Points

  • the theme is obvious and completely developed
  • the theme is continued on all 10 nails
  • the design enhances the theme

 

Mixed Media Nail Art Judging Criteria 2016

Judge 1

Originality – 5 Points

  • the design is innovative (new and original)
  • the design is unique (different from other designs we have seen in the past and from other entries)

Visual Interest – 10 Points

  • the design captures your attention
  • the design holds your attention
  • the design continues to draw your attention to new details

Color – 10 Points

  • the colors enhance the design
  • the colors complement each other

Presentation – 5 Points

  • the entry is presented within the 3-D, HPNA and Airbrush  Rules
  • the entry is presented as if it were a special piece of art
  • care was taken to make this presentation neat and clean
  • written statement is included and is complete and understandable

Judge 2

Balance – 10 Points

  • various elements of the design are well-balanced, neither too sparse nor too busy
  • the sum of the design is in harmony with the parts of the whole design

Design and Detail – 10 Points

  • the design enhances the theme
  • the design is well thought out
  • the detail of the design is clean and precise
  • the design has adequate detail

Tip Length – 5 Points

  • the tips are graduated in length and size
  • the length of tips must be no longer than 2′
  • the width may be no longer than 3/4″ if they were flattened out

Overall Impression – 10 Points

  • the design makes an excellent overall impression
  • the design is complete and needs no improvement

Judge 3

Complexity – 10 Points

  • the design is challenging, demanding skill and effort
  • the design involves multiple techniques

Dimension – 10 Points

  • the artwork is obvious and within the guidelines 3-D rules
  • the dimension enhances the theme and is balanced
  • the design may not protrude more than 1″ in height from the tip surface

Workmanship – 10 Points

  • the overall quality of the work demonstrates outstanding artistic skills
  • the workmanship is neat, clean and precise

Theme – 5 Points

  • the theme is obvious and completely developed
  • the theme is continued on all 10 nails

     

Scoring Guide 2 Hands 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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