Stained Nails: Understanding the Causes and Prevention
Have you ever had clients complaining about their nails changing colour or becoming stained? It’s a common concern that many nail professionals encounter. The primary…
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Nail coatings are bad for the nails.
A common MYTH: Nail coatings are bad for the natural nail This is NOT correct. Nail coatings don’t harm the nail plate and any nail…
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Do I really have to learn all this nail science stuff??
The short answer is absolutely!! Why? If you’re reading this you either are or want to be a professional nail technician. The key word here…
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Do nails absorb everything or nothing?
The nail plate is very resistant The nail plate’s upper layer and nail surface are very resistant and prevent most substances from absorbing at all.…
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A common reason why nail polish can quickly peel from the nail plate
Water passing through the nail plate This image demonstrates how water moves though the nail plate. The nail plate allows for high rates of transmission…
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Are UV Gels better for your Nails than Acrylics?
Myth: UV gels are better for your nails than acrylics? Absolutely false! Every type of UV gel nails and all types of so-called “acrylic” (aka…
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Mixing Nail Products – What’s the harm in doing that?
Nail professionals work with the most technically advanced products Nail Professionals work in a unique and diverse profession and often unintentionally put themselves and their…
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Nail Brushes, Prep and Care
Nail Brushes are an essential tool for nail professionals Brushes are key tools for every nail professional. But how do you choose them, prepare them…
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Adverse Skin Reactions Within the Salon
Why do adverse skin reactions happen in the salon industry, who is most susceptible and how can these reactions be prevented? Adverse skin reactions occur…
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