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Caring for older adults’ nails requires specialized knowledge, as age-related changes in nail and bone health can lead to unique challenges. One such issue is the development of “pincer nails,” a condition where nails curve sharply inward at the free edge, often causing discomfort or pain. This blog explores why this happens, how it affects […]

We get asked this question a lot: “Can I use craft glitter with nail products instead of glitters made specifically for nails? Aren’t they basically the same thing?” While it might seem like a harmless swap, there are some important reasons why craft glitters should never be used in nail applications. Let’s dive into the […]

What is Breathable Nail Polish, and How Does It Differ from Regular Nail Polish? In recent years, beauty enthusiasts, professionals and marketeers have introduced the concept of breathable nail polish, sparking curiosity and debate among consumers. While this product is growing in popularity, many are left wondering: What exactly is breathable nail polish, and how […]

In this final part of our series on the key properties of natural and artificial nails, we focus on wear resistance. Wear refers to the ability of a surface to resist abrasion or rubbing over time. As we’ve already explored strength, hardness, flexibility, toughness, brittleness, and solvent resistance, understanding wear is crucial for maintaining the […]

Modern nail hardeners that use polymers instead of formalin or dimethyl urea function differently but can still offer protective benefits. Here’s a breakdown of how they work, their mechanisms, and whether they can address issues like recurring splits and peeling. How Polymer-Based Nail Hardeners Work Polymer-based nail hardeners generally work by creating a durable coating […]

In this sixth part of our series on the key properties of natural and artificial nails, we’ll explore solvent resistance. As we’ve already discussed properties like strength, hardness, flexibility, toughness, and brittleness, solvent resistance is another critical factor that helps maintain the health and longevity of both natural and artificial nails. Solvents are liquids that […]

Os serviços de pedicure são de grande valor para os clientes, mas muitos clientes em potencial não fazem pedicure em salões de beleza. Muitos estão preocupados com as notícias da mídia sobre lesões ou infecções causadas por pedicures em salões de beleza. Embora isso tenha aumentado a conscientização sobre os possíveis problemas que podem resultar de um serviço inadequado, a mídia raramente menciona que as pedicures, em geral, [...]

In this fifth part of our series on the key properties of natural and artificial nails, we examine brittleness. We’ve previously covered strength, hardness, flexibility, and toughness, all of which play crucial roles in maintaining nail health. Brittleness, however, occurs when the balance between strength and flexibility is lost, causing nails to break easily, even […]

Imagine o seguinte: uma paisagem acidentada, mamutes lanosos vagando ao longe e nossos ancestrais amontoados em volta de uma fogueira, coçando a cabeça - ou melhor, as unhas. Eles não tinham cortadores de unha, lixas ou esmaltes, mas suas unhas continuavam crescendo mesmo assim. Então, o que o homem das cavernas fazia com suas garras? É divertido imaginar, não é? [...]