Technique
How do I use a drill with a sanding band and avoid damage to the nail plate?
I’m thinking about using a drill with a sanding band to prep. How do I use it and avoid damage to the nail plate? I’m concerned about what speed, what grit, and what kind of band, and whether I can use it to remove pterygium.... read more
Is too much primer causing lifting?
Sometimes, about a week after doing a new set of nails they lift at the cuticle area. Why is this? Am I using too much primer or nor enough?... read more
How can I get embedded dirt and oil out of the cuticles?
Can you tell me what I can soak my clients’ nails in to remove embedded dirt and oil, particularly in the cuticles?... read more
What are the pros and cons of orangewood sticks vs. metal implements when it comes to pushing back cuticles?
What are the pros and cons of orangewood sticks vs. metal implements when it comes to pushing back cuticles?... read more
What's causing a client's peeling feet?
My client’s feet peel all the time. She doesn’t have athlete’s foot or dry skin and she puts lotion on them twice a day. But they’re still peeling. Any idea what could be wrong?... read more
The Nail Doctor
Is there anything I can do as a nail tech to prevent infected ingrown toenails?... read more
What would make you switch acrylic products?
Reader to Reader: What would make you switch acrylic products?... read more
Is there any benefit to using a UV light to cure top coat on natural nails?
Is there any benefit to using a UV light to cure top coat on natural nails?... read more
What ingredients in lotions and soaps can cause lifting?
What ingredients in lotions and soaps can cause lifting?... read more
Could gels be causing my client's cuticle sensitivity?
I have been using a gel product on a client for several years. A few months ago she started complaining that her cuticles were sore after her appointments.... read more
What unique services do you provide for your pedicure clients?
Readers respond: What unique services do you provide for your pedicure clients?... read more
My 28-year-old female client has a bad case of foot odor. What do I do?
My otherwise healthy 28-year-old female client has a persistent foot odor. The odor is terrible and embarrassing. Her feet sweat in open shoes such as sandals. All topical treatments she has tried have failed. Any suggestions?... read more