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Where can I find a round metal disc that is used to create perfect smile lines?

June 18, 2007 | Bookmark +

I’m looking for a round metal disc that is used to create perfect smile lines when doing pink-and-white acrylic nails. The disc has cut outs the shape and size of your nails. What’s the proper name for this disc and where can I find it?

Answer

What you’re talking about is generally called an “edge trimmer” and there are a number of places where you can find one. Try www.frenchtipsculptor.com, www.transdesign.com, or contact a distributor in your area to see if they carry the useful tool. You can also try the “smile shaper” by TAM Enterprises. Log on to www.smileshapertool.com. It is also helpful when cutting out smile lines. — Ed.

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How can I prevent lifting when my client's hands are constantly in water?

I have a client who is in the medical field so her hands are constantly in water. She has me keep the length of her acrylic nails short. No matter what I do, she always has at least one nail that comes off, and she always has lifting and gets water under the acrylic. I prep the nails correctly, I have a cuticle bit to clean the cuticle area, and I wipe the nail with alcohol, dehydrate the nail, and prime the nail. What should I do?

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