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DIY Gel Nails Gone Wrong
Avoid Damage and Allergic Reactions with Expert Tips Nail enhancements can be beautiful, but what happens when your nail routine causes more harm than good?…
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Can Bacteria and Infections Be Passed from Gel Bottles?
When a client raises concerns about a potential nail infection following a gel manicure, it can feel both frustrating and worrying, especially when you know…
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When Do Babies Start Growing Nails?
Have you ever noticed the delicate nails on a newborn’s tiny fingers and toes? It’s a common query among expecting parents: when do babies start…
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Should You Leave Your Nail Lamp Plugged In?
Recently, a nail professional posed a great question: “Can you leave your UV/LED nail lamp plugged in indefinitely without causing damage?” Many people leave electronic…
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Can I Cure Nail Polish in a Lamp?
Nail enthusiasts often wonder, “Can I cure regular nail polish in a UV/LED lamp?” The short answer is no, but the long answer requires a deeper dive…
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Understanding Formaldehyde Levels in Nail Salons
Formaldehyde is a naturally occurring chemical compound found in many everyday environments. While it has gained a negative reputation, particularly in the beauty industry, it’s…
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Cuticle Oils: Why ‘Dead’ Nails Still Desperately Need Them!
We get asked this a lot: “If the nail plate is ‘dead,’ does cuticle oil really work?” It’s a valid question, and the terminology floating…
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Non-Wipe Top Coats: Clearing Up the Confusion
We get asked this question a lot: “Do non-wipe top coats really need to be wiped?” With so much conflicting information out there, it’s understandable…
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Digital Myxoid Cysts
Digital Myxoid Cysts: More Common Than You Think Yet Never Educated Upon As a nail professional, you may have come across unusual conditions affecting the…
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