April 16, 2012
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Glitter is tiny flecks of colored and reflective plastic used in the nail industry for its lustrous and luminescent effect on nails.
Keywords: glitter Secret Ingredient
March 14, 2012
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With most gel and acrylic systems, a bonder or primer is applied to the natural nail first to increase adhesion for the enhancement.
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February 14, 2012
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The clear and dear friend that makes polish removal a snap, and acrylic and gel removal possible, is a bedrock for the nail industry.
Keywords: acetone/removal products nail chemistry Secret Ingredient
October 31, 2011
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The frequent cherry on top of Sunday manicures, cuticle oil acts as a quick massage lubricant for fingertips while also sealing in moisture to keep the cuticle area and eponychium soft and supple.
Keywords: cuticle oil jojoba Secret Ingredient
September 16, 2011
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The proverbial bread in the polish sandwich, base and top coats help polish adhere to nails and prevents nails from chipping and breaking.
Keywords: base coats Secret Ingredient top coats
August 18, 2011
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Resin in the nail industry refers to a cyanoacrylate glue used for adhering tips to natural nails, for gluing silk and fiberglass wraps, and for acrylic dipping systems. So what exactly is in it? Where did it come from? And how are techs using it today?
Keywords: glue resin Secret Ingredient
August 5, 2011
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Pink, white, or colored, acrylic powder is often seen as the more important partner in a liquid-and-powder relationship. What makes it so special? Is it a secret ingredient? You may be surprised to learn what’s actually in there.
Keywords: acrylic powder acrylics EMA glitter methyl methacrylate
July 21, 2011
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Pink, white, or colored, acrylic powder is often seen as the more important partner in a liquid-and-powder relationship. What makes it so special? Is it a secret ingredient? You may be surprised to learn what’s actually in there.
Keywords: acrylic powder acrylics polymer Secret Ingredient
June 27, 2011
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Monomer is a Greek term that means “one part” or “one unit.” (Mono means “one”; mer means “unit.”) But beyond “monomer,” what is the liquid that we use day in and day out? We’ve listed the ingredients necessary in every formula, regardless of manufacturer.
Keywords: acrylic troubleshooting acrylics how products are made Secret Ingredient
June 15, 2011
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Aloe vera is any of a variety of plants of the genus aloe, mostly native to southern Africa, bearing fleshy spiny-toothed leaves and red or yellow flowers; used to soothe and moisturize burns and skin irritations. There are more than 240 different species of aloe, growing mainly in the dry regions of Africa, Asia, Europe and America.
Keywords: aloe vera ingredients natural nail care Secret Ingredient
June 15, 2011
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A popular carrier oil because it is non-greasy, spreads easily, and is great for nourishing the skin.
Keywords: almond oil ingredients natural ingredients Secret Ingredient
May 19, 2011
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From tosylamide/formaldehyde resin to stearalkonium bentonite, ingredient names can sound more like a top secret formula for NASA than a recipe for regular old nail polish. Each of these ingredients, however, has a purpose and plays a part in the overall performance of the polish.
Keywords: chemicals ingredients polish Secret Ingredient
April 21, 2011
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Açai (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) is a small, deep purple berry that grows on certain palm trees in Central and South America.
Keywords: acai berries natural ingredients Secret Ingredient
March 23, 2011
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Panthenol was the original ingredient that inspired the name for international hair care brand Pantene, which made its debut in 1947 in Europe.
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February 28, 2011
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When vitamin E was discovered, the biggest producer of soybean oil was Eastman Kodak, which used the oil in photo processing. After realizing it could extract alpha tocopherol from the oil waste, it began selling it to vitamin producers and remains a leading supplier to this day.
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