We built the standard because we still work the chair. Nearly twenty years at the table, from the salon in Camas to the stages of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
Nail Evolution Academy · Camas, WA
The technique has always existed. Labels like "Hardware manicure" or "Russian manicure" are simply translations of a deeper European heritage. It began in 1868 with Eduard Gerlach in Germany, creating the first professional foot-care products, and evolved through the precision dental-instrument factories of Düsseldorf and the post-Soviet region.
Irina Anderson founded Nail Evolution PRO to bring this standard to the American professional. Her career began before the e-file existed, building foundational grit in high-volume environments before pursuing specialized training in the Netherlands, Ukraine, and Russia.
Today, we teach the "why" behind every movement. Whether it's a dry manicure that holds for weeks or the advanced chemistry of the nail plate, we prioritize the health of the skin and the structural integrity of the work.
Founder · Licensed Instructor
Backstage at MBFW Moscow and 4th place at the NAILPRO World Cup. Irina’s perspective is built on two decades of international training and salon consistency.
Instructor · Advanced Specialist
Trained through years of direct observation and formal apprenticeship, Sonia brings a precise eye and a mastery of the Continental Method's nuanced feedback.
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Downtown Camas, WA · By Appointment Only