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Why NailKnowledge Nail Quizzes Matter

At NailKnowledge, we believe in empowering individuals like you with accurate, up-to-date, and scientifically grounded information. Our nail quizzes are more than just questions and answers – they are a pathway to enhancing your expertise, fostering your understanding, and solidifying your knowledge in the world of nail care. Assessment of Nail Knowledge Have you ever

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Universal monomer and acrylic powders

Is there such a thing as a Universal acrylic nail powder that works with any monomer liquid?

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

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LED Lamps Cause Overcuring on UV GEL

If I use an LED nail lamp on a product designed for traditional UV nail lamps, will the UV gel become over cured?

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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Not clear working with Pterygium

I am not clear about how to work on nails with Pterygium.

Demystifying Nail Pterygium: Understanding Abnormal Skin Growth Many don’t understand what nail pterygium is, but this nail professional apparently does. “Pterygium” is any abnormal growth of skin that becomes stretched. This can occur on any part of the body, on the eye, fingers, toes, elbows, etc.  When it occurs on the nail plate, it is considered

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Pregnant and considering nail tech school

Pregnant and considering nail tech school. Any extra concerns besides ventilation and hygiene, or should I postpone for now?

Congratulations on your pregnancy and your interest in pursuing a career in nail technology. It’s essential to consider your well-being and that of your baby during this time. Here are some considerations to help you make an informed decision: Ultimately, the decision to enroll in nail tech school during pregnancy depends on your individual circumstances

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Heating up UV Gel

I am confused by the term hybrid polish or hybrid gel polish.

Are these regular polishes with nitrocellulose and some other ingredients or are they something different without the nitrocellulose? e.g. from a well-known brand: Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Polybutylene Terephthalate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Acrylates Copolymer, Silica,

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