Technique

What are party nails?

September 19, 2008 | Bookmark +

What are party nails? I was told they are some kind of a tip that can be worn for a short time. Do you use them with an overlay or just the tip?

Answer

Party nails are temporary nail extensions. You do not need to overlay the tips with anything, however, if you want you can layer a coat or two of thin glue over the entire nail and tip, and add filler powder between the layers. Party nails are inexpensive and a less time-consuming service, and they’re great for clients who want their nails to look longer and nice for a special event. They last for only about a week.

There are also full coverage nail extensions that are simple to put on and require short service times as well. They’re great for temporary wear and are inexpensive for both the technician and the client to purchase. -- Patti Yankee Williams owns Pattie’s Place in North Babylon, N.Y.

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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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