Course I: The Basics | The Complete Foundation of Gel Nail Science
Previously delivered as a £500 comprehensive online course, this is now available as a self-directed professional reference handbook explaining the science behind gel nail products.
This course handbook explains the full and comprehensive science behind gel nail products - how they work, why they behave the way they do and where risk can arise. Designed for qualified nail professionals, Course I: The Basics provides the foundational scientific understanding needed to assess gel nail products beyond application instructions and brand claims.
What this handbook covers;
Inside this handbook, you’ll gain a clear and structured understanding of:
Gel nail science, chemistry and material behaviour.
How gel products cure and how curing can be impacted.
Lamp compatibility and gel nail system fundamentals.
Product formulation and ingredient function.
Exposure, sensitisation and adverse reactions.
Risk assessment and professional responsibility.
This is the complete scientific foundation on gel nail products and science that you've been waiting for - everything you'll need to gain full understanding, written in an easy and understandable way.
Module breakdown;
- The Fundamentals of Gel Nail Science; Introduces the essential scientific principles behind gel nail products, including composition, ingredients, and material function.
- The Importance of Gel Nail Systems; Explores why complete systems matter, covering product compatibility, lamp technology, and legal and safety considerations.
- Adverse Reactions to Gel Nail Products; Examines adverse reactions associated with gel nail products, including causes and risk factors for professionals, clients, and at-home users.
- Managing and Minimising Adverse Reactions; Focuses on practices that increase risk and outlines strategies to reduce exposure and minimise adverse reactions.
- Professional & Non-Professional Gel Nail Products; Explains the key differences between professional and non-professional products, including regulatory considerations and risks associated with imported products.
- The Safety of Gel Nail Products; Provides an overview of gel nail product safety, comparing professional and non-professional systems and the factors that influence overall safety.
Why Mani-Science is different;
Mani-Science® focuses on the underlying chemistry, materials, and biological interaction of gel nail products - the part that is rarely taught or clearly explained.
Most nail education centres on application and brand-led instruction. Mani-Science bridges the gap between nail training and scientific understanding, supporting independent, informed decision-making behind the desk.
No trends.
No brand bias.
Just the science behind the products you use every day.
Format & delivery;
- Physical printed professional reference handbook.
- Designed for self-directed study.
- Intended for long-term desk reference.
- This is not technique training or trend-based education - it is foundational knowledge explained clearly and practically.
Who this handbook is for?
This handbook is for qualified nail professionals who:
want to understand gel nail products properly
question brand claims and marketing language
care about safety, exposure, and long-term risk
prefer facts over trends
want to work with greater confidence and independence
No prior scientific background is required.
About the author
Mani-Science® is written by a degree-qualified scientist and practising nail technician Lotte Seymour MSc, BSc (founder of Manicure Roulette® & Paint Cure Peel).
The author holds a degree in Dental Technology and a Master’s degree in Biomaterials & Regenerative Medicine, disciplines closely aligned with the materials, curing processes and biological interactions involved in gel nail products.
This handbook translates applied materials science into clear, usable knowledge for nail professionals.
Practical details
Format: Physical printed handbook.
Size: A5
Binding: Hardback with ribbon bookmark
Language: English
Made In: England, United Kingdom
