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One of the features that makes a big difference in how products react with the nail, but is not often discussed, is nail plate porosity. We know that the nail plate is made up of nail plate cells, linked together by desmosomes & anchor knots. These nail plate cells can be split into 3 groups:…

I get a lot of questions about products that look like a “gel” when applied but are then dipped into a powder.  These are called “powder gels”. However, this same name is used to describe two different types of nail coatings. In other words, there are two different nail services that are both considered to be…

Quite a few people have approached me with concerns about nail polishes and how safe they are to use on children. They seem to think that they may be “too chemical”, and that water-based nail polishes would be a better option. First, nail polish doesn’t absorb through the nail plate and won’t get into your…

With the allergy situation escalating, not only in the UK but in many countries, many nail pros are super-stressing that they are the ones causing the allergy!!  Maybe your products did but…..maybe they didn’t! An individual can wear a nail product for several years and then, one day, their body rejects it!!! There is nothing…

It seems to me there are 2 types of nail pros who provide UV Gel Polish services on a regular basis. I can see the benefits of both types but know which one I prefer! Note that both types are skilled and experienced. Type 1: Proud of a quick and efficient service This service is…

If you think that ‘just doing nails’ is a career then think again! Science and nails go together! So many young people have heard the comment: “you’re not very academic, so why not be a hairdresser or beautician?”. That could not be further from the truth! Unfortunately, a lot of those entering the industry believe…