Topic : adhesives

Backscratchers Stikr Product Control Tutorial

April 20, 2012  | Video

Follow these guidelines for best results when using Stikr with the extender tip applicator bottle.

Care and Use of Stikr Brush On Adhesive

March 31, 2012  | Video

Get maximum benefits and use of Stikr Brush On adhesive using these simple tips.

Dashing Diva DesignFX

November 22, 2011  | Product

Dashing Diva’s new DesignFX line is comprised of 36 unique nail appliqués that feature cutting edge nail art combined with high-end fashion.

resin

January 3, 2011  | Encyclopedia

Resin is either a solid or semi-solid organic material that has an indefinite and often very high molecular weight, exhibits a tendency to flow when subjected to stress or force, and will usually soften or melt when heated.

liquid resins

December 30, 2010  | Encyclopedia

organic polymer liquids that, when converted into their final state for use, become a resin; refers to uncross-linked polymers

glue

December 30, 2010  | Encyclopedia

through general usage, this term has come to describe all adhesives, including cyanoacrylates; true glues are protein-based adhesives obtained from the hides, tendons, cartilage, bones, etc. of animals

cyanoacrylate

December 30, 2010  | Encyclopedia

an adhesive or coating that hardens quickly in the presence of moisture (the curing agent) and may be hardened faster by using a catalyst or accelerator

adhesive

December 30, 2010  | Encyclopedia

a chemical substance capable of holding together two surfaces; the most common adhesive in the nail industry is cyanoacrylate (also called “glue”)

ibd Turns 40

July 1, 2010  | Article

ibd, the company that invented the first nail tip and the first nail glue celebrates 40 years of producing professional UV and adhesive products.

A Tip by Any Other Name

February 1, 2010  | Article

Though many technicians prefer to sculpt, a pre-made nail tip that can be adhered to the natural nail can give newbie nail techs a nice runway to learn the delicate craft of gel and acrylic sculpting, while providing great-looking results.

It's So Easy F.R.O. (For Rhinestones Only)

May 1, 2008  | Product

It’s So Easy’s F.R.O. (For Rhinestones Only) is specially formulated with more adhesion to hold rhinestones in place on nails.

It's So Easy Body Glue

February 1, 2008  | Product

Let your creativity run wild with It’s So Easy’s Body Glue. Use it to create extensions to your nail art.

Nail Wrap Glue Is Latest Addition to IBD’s 5-Second Glue Family

March 1, 1998  | Article

Taking the Heat Off Clients’ Nails

October 1, 1995  | Article

If your clients experience a burning sensation during a nail service, chances are you’re preparing the nail improperly or applying the product incorrectly.