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Nail Knowledge – How it Came About

2 years in the planning and making. A chance conversation between Marian Newman and Kevin Nicholls. Kevin said:”what about animated learning?” Marian replied: “Ooo, that could work!”

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We bring you the latest tips, trends, and expert advice on all things nails! Whether you’re a professional, student or enthusiast or simply looking to improve your nail health, we’ve got you covered.

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Nail aftercare

Nail Aftercare

As nail professionals, we strive to be the best we can be (or should at least). We want to provide our clients with a great experience, beautiful nails, and long-lasting results. We create beautiful spaces, take classes, and keep practicing

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e-files for prep blog post

E-Files for Prep

The first comment I’d like to make is that I am not against e-files for prep. But only in the trained and experienced hands. ‘Trained’ also includes a thorough knowledge and understanding of the nail unit, and the position and

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Do Vegan Nail Products Exist

Do Vegan Nail Products Exist?

Here is a question I hear often: Do vegan nail products exist? Many people believe that vegan claims are only about foods, and not cosmetics. However, there are several sides to this issue to consider. I’ve talked to vegans about

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the 3 free myth about nail products

The 3-Free Myth

We’ve all heard the misleading claims that nail polish is harmful unless it’s “3-Free”. The facts are that this was deception from the very beginning.  All nail polish can be used safely, and that’s been true for more than eighty years.

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UV Exposure at the nail salon

UV Exposure at the Nail Salon

Some customers (and a few nail pros) are still concerned about UV exposure at the nail salon. Wearing SPF 15 sunscreen works, but it can also be messy, and potentially cause lifting. So, what to do? As I have said

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LED Nail Lamps: how long do they last

LED Nail Lamps: How long do they last?

Most manufacturers say their LED bulbs are good for 30,000 hours. If true, a nail lamp that was on constantly for 40 hours a week would last 14 years.  This is NOT a realistic claim considering how nail pros are using

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