November 3, 2009
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This week, we pause for a word from our sponsor, Dashing Diva Professional. Thanks to them, we’re able to bring you 22 weeks of this exclusive business-building content in The 2010 Project e-newsletter.
Keywords: 2010 Project adding new services business building gels recession
November 1, 2009
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With more and more techs investing in gel starter kits and adding gel services, it’s important to have some words of advice from a pro.
Keywords: gels manufacturers educators NSI
October 9, 2009
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Allure explains how OPI's Axxium soak-off gel lacquer and Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color work and reviews the products.
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October 8, 2009
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Alessandro’s High Speed Gels are specially designed to cure as fast as possible to reduce service time.
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October 8, 2009
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Beautiful Nails’ UV Phoria is a high-gloss, wipe-free gel sealer.
Keywords: gels UV top coats
October 1, 2009
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Dashing Diva’s French Wrap Plus has made it easier than ever to get that perfect smile line. The wraps are put on the nails using the easy application tab, and the ultra-thin French decal is left perfectly on the free edge, with smile line intact and free of brush strokes. The decoration can last after weeks of wear, and works best when combined with Dashing Diva’s Gelife Brush-On Glue and Soak-Off Gels.
Keywords: Dashing Diva French manicures gels learning new techniques
September 23, 2009
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Akzentz Options Soak-Off UV Gels are odorless and durable and are easily removed with acetone or other remover.
Keywords: Akzentz gels
September 15, 2009
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Move clients away from traditional brush-on nail strengtheners and on to guaranteed nail growth. Star Nail International’s Eco Calcium Gel is a one-step system for clients who want to support the growth of their own natural nails.
Keywords: gels odorless systems soak-off gels Star Nail Products
September 2, 2009
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Dashing Diva’s Gel Life Soak-Off UV Gel System has everything you need to get started with gel services.
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September 1, 2009
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Rumiko Nakaya, educator and advisor for Nail Labo, explains how she fixes smile line imperfections in gels.
Keywords: gels Nail Labo smile lines
September 1, 2009
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Ukrainian-based nail tech Liliya Sereditskaya is a relative newcomer to the nail craft. She’s only worked as a nail tech for three years, but she has quickly learned how to make stunning, high-quality stilettos to keep a full clientele. NAILS got a chance to talk to Sereditskaya about nail trends in Ukraine and how she got her start.
Keywords: acrylics gels multi-media nail art nail art stiletto nails
August 19, 2009
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Soft Touch’s Overcoat formula makes polish last longer.
Keywords: gels Soft Touch
August 1, 2009
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Nails by Leticia Kennar, Native Touch, Burien, Wash.
Keywords: colored gels gels holiday nail art LCN nail art
August 1, 2009
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Trendy Nails Unlimited (TNU) offers a brand-new way to design stylish and eye-catching nails. The pre-made designs work with any acrylic or gel system for an artistic French look. Just apply the pre-made TNU designs underneath your acrylic or gel of choice to get a complicated-looking design in a fast and simple application. TNU has many designs to fit any client’s preference, and new designs come out monthly on the company’s website, www.trendynailsunlimited.com.
Keywords: acrylics adding new services French nail art gels nail art
August 1, 2009
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Nail Labo introduces its new LED soak-off gel system, Presto. Using the latest technology in the dental industry, Presto takes just five seconds to cure, making a full set of gel nails in under 20 minutes a reality. The LED lights have an almost infinite lifetime, says the company, so techs will likely never have to change the bulbs.
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