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What is a combi manicure?

See ‘What is a Russian Manicure’ This is a less aggressive version of a Russian Manicure. Nevertheless it can still be invasive and destroys living tissue. In the right hands with correct education and understanding, it is possible that this can be effective

What is a Japanese manicure?

Traditionally a ‘Japanese manicure’ is a very natural manicure that cares for the nails and skin. It is ideal for every nail condition but especially for weak or damaged nails. It uses natural healing oils that will help replace the lost lubrication that dry and weak nails have lost. Beware of ‘Japanese manicures’ that purport …

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What is a Brazilian style manicure?

A ‘Brazillian manicure’ is a supposed ‘technique’ that purports to be easier and make a manicure last longer!!! Nonsense. The ‘technique’ involves painting nail polish all over the skin surrounding the nails, then, when the painting is completed, it is removed from the skin using acetone. What is important to understand here is that, other …

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What is a Russian manicure?

A ‘Russian manicure’ is a term used to describe a technique that uses an electric file to remove the cuticle from the nail plate and also remove the frame of living skin at the base of the nail. It is invasive and harmful and opens up the delicate structures under the skin and nail to …

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Do gel nails ruin your nails?

They do not if good quality and legal products are used. Applied, maintained or removed by a qualified, skilled and experience nail professional will never cause damage. UV gel nails bought and used by a non professional can definitely cause a lot of damage. These are professional products and should only ever be used by …

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Do manicures ruin your nails?

Many things can ruin your nails! Including a badly done manicure. The whole nail unit is very complex and needs understanding. A qualified, skilled and experience nail professional will be able to advise what is best for each individual and should only ever improve the condition of nails and skin. An uneducated or unqualified nail …

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What is the safest type of manicure?

The safest type of manicure is the one that is provided by a qualified, skilled and experienced nail professional. They will be able to access your nail and sin condition, ascertain what your goals are and suggest the options that are available to you.

What’s the best type of manicure to get?

There are many, many different types of manicures. It all depends on the condition of your nails and skin plus your goals, lifestyle and budget. Find a skilled and experienced nail professional with the appropriate qualifications and they will be able to advise with all this point in mind

Should I get gel or dip nails?

These are 2 different types of nail services. ‘Gel nails’ refers to nail coatings or enhancements using a UV gel range of products (and there are MANY on the market). There are many variations of UV gels. Some are flexible, some are harder wearing. Some come in natural colours; others come in a wide variety …

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