The Nail C-Curve: Understanding the Basics What is this the C-Curve? The nail C-Curve refers to the natural curvature of the nail plate from one sidewall to the other. It gets its name from the shape it forms, resembling the letter “C.” The C-curve is an essential aspect of nail aesthetics and health, as it …
Question: Some brands of nail polish last about 5-7 days on my nails with mainly minor tip wear (I do a lot of typing for work) but some brands start to chip within 24 hours on the tips of my nails however they still wear quite well for about 4-5 days but not as well …
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Question: When encapsulating a design using an acrylic nail system (L&P) can you mix the liquid from one system with a powder from a different system? The base & structure would be created using the same l&p from the same system but the sandwiched design wouldn’t. I’ve seen this promoted online and wondered if it …
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What is Diabetes Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder that occurs when the body cannot properly produce or use insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. Insulin is produced by the pancreas and allows glucose (sugar) to enter cells where it is used for energy. There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 …
Question: How do I clear up nail bed hyperkeratosis? Answer: Hyperkeratosis is a reaction of skin cells in the nail bed and or the lower 10% of nail plate cells to an irritation – the cause is 99% a solvent, primer, or uncured ingredients in an artificial nail product Stop using whatever caused the hyperkeratosis …
Question: I read recently that if you cure properly you will not have a reaction. Does this mean a person who has an allergic reaction (nail lifting) who is now healed can once again try gel polish ensuring they cure it properly? Answer: The problem is that some products have such a high % of …
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Question: Can you explain why L&P is not more dangerous than gel? Even with the strong odour? Answer: Firstly, just to be very clear, NO nail product is dangerous unless used incorrectly. L&P and UV gel are the same but different. They are both acrylates just formulated differently. L&P is designed to be stronger and …
Question: Hi, I’m concerned by the amount of information I’m seeing regarding allergies to acrylates and the risks that a client could develop an issue as a result of my work. Can you tell me if some of the newer products on the market, which claim to be free from many known trigger ingredients are …
Question: Can you expalin the downside risks of filing the side walls of the nail plate? Answer: When the side walls are filed, two important problems can occur. When the nail plate width is reduced, the overall strength of the nail plate is also reduced and weakened. Not only that, the plate becomes overly flexible …
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Question: If a client has lotion or sunscreen on prior to their service. Can the client have service breakdown issues? I also heard techs say that proper prep should eliminate the lotion or sunscreen completely. Answer: When a client enters the salon, they should first wash their hands with soap and water, this will remove …
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