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Yes, they can, but over-curing is avoidable. It happens in two ways: 1) too much UV energy is used or 2) the nail coating is exposed to significant levels of UV energy after leaving the salon.  In other words, UV gel nail coatings can be over-cured in the short term and/or long term. Too Much UV Energy When […]

Vamos pensar na higiene das mãos e nas escovas de esfoliação de unhas. Parte da orientação do Gov para a reabertura após o confinamento, e também o Código de Prática Habia, recomenda que as escovas de esfoliação de unhas estejam disponíveis no lavatório de mãos, com a recomendação de que cada cliente use uma escova limpa ao final da lavagem das mãos [...]

I’m told that in some areas there is a new ‘thing’: Airbrushing UV gel! Not only that, but some mix acetone into bottles of UV gel polish to create the right consistency to go through an airbrush! So, where to start with this!!?????? EVERYONE must know by now that UV gel is packed full of […]

Nail professionals are usually careful to maintain the integrity and health of their client’s nails and skin. But accidents happen and you may cut a client. What should you do in that case? Any cuts, abrasions, or breaks in the skin can create exposure risks to visible blood or body fluids. You should assume that […]

As all nail professionals are taught, it is important removing the gloss or shine, as some call it, from the surface of the natural nail plate. The gloss is from surface oil and the nail plate with no surface oil appears dull.  If the goal is to remove the “shine”, that’s just the surface oils. However, […]

As we have discussed before, there is a big issue with allergies in the nail industry right now. Surely everyone working in this sector is aware of this. Or are they not? Frankly, I am shocked at what I read on social media posts. Of course, not everyone understands the deeper scientific mechanisms that are […]

I believe that electric nail files have a place in the nail industry when they are properly used. However, just because you can buy an electric file, doesn’t mean you know how to use it correctly and safely. To do so requires knowledge, practice, and skill which doesn’t come with the purchase of a new […]

I recently had a conversation with a nail professional who was complaining that her clients do not cooperate with her when it comes to home maintenance. She explains to them the importance of home maintenance, the use of high-quality nail oil, etc. She even gives each client written instructions and a complimentary bottle of nail […]

The most popular nail services these days use opaque nail coatings (e.g. UV gel polish and opaque builders). This means that you cannot see the nail plate without removing the coating. But a nail health check is imperative! If you have had experience or been following the stories of client allergies, you’ll know that a […]