FAQ

No matter what brand I use, I keep getting air bubbles in my clear acrylic. I’ve tried working wetter and drier and using different brushes. What am I doing wrong?... read more

Is it possible to transmit germs or bacteria via nail polish?

Is it possible to transmit germs or bacteria via nail polish? How come we worry about “double-dipping” with other products, but not nail polish?... read more

How do you fill a full set of colored acrylics when a client wants a different design?

When you do a full set of acrylics using colored acrylics, what do you do when the client comes for a fill and wants a different nail design?... read more

What e-file bits should I use for a dry e-file pedicure?

What e-file bits should I use for a dry e-file pedicure?... read more

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?... read more

Why am I having lifting problems with my acrylic applications?

I think I prep nails and apply nail enhancements correctly, but my clients frequently experience lifting. What am I doing wrong?... read more

How can I cut costs and finally make a profit?

I’ve been doing nails for almost two years and have built a decent clientele. The only problem is, I did the math and over 50% of my income is going back into nail products. I’m using top-of-the-line brands and disposable files. How can I cut costs and finally make a profit? I know our prices are too low as well, but we are trying to stay competitive. Any advice?... read more

Why does my gel-polish not cure correctly on the thumbs?

I’m having an issue with gel-polish either not drying on one side of the thumb or clients coming back days later with gel-polish only peeling off on the thumb. What am I doing wrong?... read more

I've been experiencing lifting when using PolyGel. What should I do?

I’ve been using PolyGel now for a couple of months and am experiencing lifting on the free edge of the nail after a week. Also, some clients’ nails are just popping off.... read more

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