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UV gel allergies & LED gel allergies – Is there a difference? (Part 1)

UV gel allergies are an allergic reaction to the chemicals used in UV-cured gel nail products. These products typically contain a combination of chemicals, including

Stop attacking the nail industry

Yet another attack bringing into question the safety of UV nail lamps. Article courtesy of RadTech and Doug Schoon. UV Lamps for Nail Gels –

Using nail nippers correctly

Too many reels and videos on social media show nail professionals giving a little tug when they use nail nippers. Do not do this!!! It

Efficient UV and L&P or Enhancement Removal

Someone else applied the nail system Many seem to struggle with removals of UV and L&P overlays or enhancements. Especially if they have been applied

What makes a good Teacher in Nail Sector

What makes a teacher in the nail sector?

There are thousands of nail services teachers both for brands and colleges and thousands more wanting to be. But what makes a nail sector teacher?

Stained Nails: Understanding the Causes and Prevention

Have you ever had clients complaining about their nails changing colour or becoming stained? It’s a common concern that many nail professionals encounter. The primary

Nail coatings are bad for the nails.

A common MYTH: Nail coatings are bad for the natural nail This is NOT correct. Nail coatings don’t harm the nail plate and any nail

Do I really have to learn all this nail science stuff??

The short answer is absolutely!! Why? If you’re reading this you either are or want to be a professional nail technician. The key word here

Do nails absorb everything or nothing?

The nail plate is very resistant The nail plate’s upper layer and nail surface are very resistant and prevent most substances from absorbing at all.

Mixing Nail Products – What’s the harm in doing that?

Nail professionals work with the most technically advanced products Nail Professionals work in a unique and diverse profession and often unintentionally put themselves and their