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 […]
É possível misturar o líquido de um sistema com o pó de outro? LEIA MAIS
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
Como faço para limpar a hiperqueratose do leito ungueal? LEIA MAIS
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
Pressão nas unhas, reação alérgica curada, posso tentar usar gel novamente? LEIA MAIS
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
O L&P é mais perigoso do que o gel? LEIA MAIS
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
Existe uma manicure de gel segura? LEIA MAIS
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
Você pode explicar os riscos negativos de lixar as paredes laterais da placa ungueal? LEIA MAIS
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
O uso de protetor solar pode levar à interrupção do serviço? LEIA MAIS
Query: I was told that the bonds holding together the nail plate run longitudinally to help stop lengthwise splits and this meant that it was better to “remove shine” in direction of nail growth or these bonds could be broken. But you said before that the direction of nail filing doesn’t matter. Can you explain?
A direção do lixamento das unhas é importante? LEIA MAIS
Question: What kinds of products are wrap resins and no light gels? Answer: Wrap resins are adhesives used with a wrap nail enhancement system (silk, fiberglass, or linen). It is used to coat and secure the fabric to the natural nail and tip. Wrap resins are usually made from cyanoacrylate, and they need an activator
Que tipo de produtos são as resinas de envoltório e os géis sem luz? LEIA MAIS
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