Question: I have a client who has regular soak of gel and reapplication (every 4 weeks). Her free edges are usually white. After her last 2 soak offs, I’ve noticed her free edges are more clear (nails beds still pink and free edges strong). Should this be of any concern? Exploring Changes in the Free […]
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Ask the expert Question: Nail professionals are taught to apply builder gel in thicker layers compared to gel polish, which is applied thinly.Is this disparity in application thickness due solely to the pigments added to gel polish? If so, why aren’t more photoinitiators added to ensure a complete cure? Understanding Application Thickness: Builder Gel vs.
Manicures themselves typically don’t cause median nail dystrophy, also known as solenonychia. This condition is more commonly associated with repeated trauma or pressure to the nail matrix (the area where the nail grows), which can result from various factors such as tight-fitting shoes, repetitive tapping or pressure on the fingertips, or underlying medical conditions. However,
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Can I use superglue instead of resin for fiberglass nail extensions or does that not work the same?
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Can I use superglue instead of resin for fiberglass nail extensions or does that not work the same?
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The short answer is NO! I really love monomer liquid and polymer powder technology (aka L&P). I think it is superior over all other nail systems, due to its tremendous versatility for many types of nails. However, this type of nail coating is more technically challenging to use correctly and there are many things to know
Yes, it can lead to over curing and this can cause a nail coating to overheat, burn the nail bed, and lead to the separation of the plate from the bed. Bacteria or fungi can then infect these areas more easily. UV gels should only be cured using the UV gel lamp or lamps specified by
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