The Red Iguana 3.0 Full Silicone Practice Hand is a realistic, handmade practice hand for nail techs at every level: beginners, nail schools that need models (no more "model no-show" problems) and seasoned techs who want to practice application, nail art, test materials or create content for YouTube and socials. It is a replica of the hands of Red Iguana owner and creator April Ryan, now with a more realistic painted feel.
Why pros choose it
- Tighter cuticle pockets: base tips insert into the pocket and are easy to remove and replace
- Thin cuticles and sidewalls, very similar to real hands, for mastering your skills
- Extended wrist with a cavity at the back to slide onto the 2-in-1 Magnetic Stand
- 7 shades, including our newest shade Nicole
- 100% handmade from premium silicone in Los Angeles
- Comes with a storage box and a pink silk storage bag
Details
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Sold as: 1 (one) full silicone practice hand, left or right
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Regular: 100% silicone, fully flexible and soft
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Poseable: mostly silicone, with an armature inside that lets you pose the fingers in the position you need
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Stand: the cavity (hole) at the back of the wrist fits our 2-in-1 Magnetic Stand. Our long and short stands are not recommended for this hand.
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Not included: stands and base nail tips are sold separately. We use long square tips for a more natural effect: Base Nail Tips for Silicone Practice Hands.
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Gift: rings and bracelets are complimentary and not included in the hand's price. They come with every hand order while in stock.
- Each hand is handmade, so yours may differ slightly from the photos: slightly different skin color, small bubbles, bumps or lines.
Please read before ordering
- Every silicone practice hand is made individually for each order. Production time is 5-10 business days. We do not ship partially: all items are processed and shipped on the same day in the same parcel. Orders are not processed on weekends or holidays.
- Processing may be delayed by a few days during holidays, launches, sales or other times of high order volume.
- Once your order ships (within 5-10 business days) you will receive a shipping confirmation email with your tracking number. Please allow 24-48 business hours for tracking to become active.
How to use
Insert a base nail tip into the cuticle pocket as deeply as you can, and the hand is ready for nail art and extensions. To change nails, remove the nail from the cuticle pocket and insert a new one.
For a more stable base nail: apply a thin layer of Red Iguana Primer for Silicone Hand onto the silicone nail bed and let it dry for 10 seconds. Insert the base nail tip into the cuticle pocket as deeply as you can. Apply a small amount of Nail Tip Glue between the nail tip and the silicone finger and gently press the nail to the nail bed. Hold for 30-60 seconds and remove any excess glue from the cuticle area. Let it dry for 5-15 minutes before you start working. Repeat these steps for every new set of nails.
To remove: file off the acrylic with an e-file until you reach the base nail. Do NOT touch the silicone with the nail bit, and try not to file off the base nail (just like with a real client's nail). Silicone does not dissolve in acetone. If you soak off, with enough time the nail dissolves deep under the cuticle area. Be gentle: do not use a pusher, or you may damage the cuticle or rip material off together with part of the silicone nail bed.
No filing or soaking: use our double-sided glue tabs with full-coverage nail tips.
Watch the 3.0 practice hand video tutorials.
Care and warnings
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DO NOT rip off nails. Ripping off nails may permanently damage the hand.
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DO NOT bend fingers into unnatural positions. The metal wiring inside may break and permanently damage the hand.
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DO NOT bend fingertips into unnatural positions. The silicone at the fingertips is very thin and the armature may poke through, permanently damaging the hand.
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DO NOT cut the cuticles or sidewalls. They hold the nails in the cuticle pockets.
- Treat the fingers as you would a real client's hand. Returns with the damage described above will not be honored.
- If you accidentally damage the hand or rip the cuticle or sides, fix it with Sil-Poxy by Smooth-On: apply a small amount to the damaged area and let it dry completely.
- If the hand gets dirty with dust, glitter or chrome, wash it with soap in warm water as you would a human hand. A soft brush removes chrome and flakes.
Free US shipping on orders over $200.
