FAQ
Reader to Reader: Who did you choose as your state board hand model and why?
Who did you use as your hand model for your state board exam and why did you pick that person?... read more
Acrylics Suddenly Lifting and Have Air Bubbles.
I’ve been a nail tech for three years and have worked at a few salons. I have since opened my own salon and am now having a problem with my acrylics. I am having a lot of lifting and air bubbles in the middle of the nail. I have never had this problem before. My technique has not changed. My prep is good. I remove the cuticle, rough up the nail, and prime. I have tried a few lines of products and it’s happening with all of them. Could it be the environment of the new shop? Please help!... read more
How do I decide on a salon uniform color?
I’ve picked out a uniform style I like for my salon employees, but do you have any advice on how to decide on a color? Do certain colors convey certain impressions?... read more
Will lifting nails damaged by formaldehyde repair themselves?
I saw a client who damaged her nails with nail hardener containing formaldehyde and all her nails have lifted from the nail bed — some worse than others. Will they repair themselves over time?... read more
Is it true that taking biotin is one thing that will help my clients with weak, peeling nails.
Is it true that taking biotin is one thing that will help my clients with weak, peeling nails. Is it safe? How much should they take?... read more
Clogged Airbrush
I have an airbrush machine that I have used one time. After that I have not been able to get any paint to spray out. I even bought a new attachment just in case I did something wrong or did not clean it properly. But before I try it again and risk ruining another attachment, can you please tell me what I might have done wrong? Is there a way to fix this problem?... read more
What can you tell me about Yelp?
What can you tell me about Yelp? Are there any tricks? Should I just ask clients to post reviews?... read more
How important is it that I work for somebody else first before I open my own place?
I am graduating from nail school in a few weeks. I have always wanted to have my own salon. How important is it that I work for somebody else first before I open my own place?... read more
Where will I get the most bang for my buck when it comes to advertising on a budget?
Where will I get the most bang for my buck when it comes to advertising on a budget?... read more
Reader to Reader: If your salon was on fire and you had time to grab three things, what would they be and why?
If your salon was on fire and you had time to grab three things, what would they be and why?... read more
Reader to Reader: What's the right amount of input to give a client with regard to her nail look?
What's the right amount of input to give a client with regard to her nail look?... read more
How can I Minx a client if her pinky toe is too small for the nail coating?
A client of mine wants Minxed toenails, but I think her pinky toe is way too small for the coating. How should I handle this so she can still get a Minx-like nail style?... read more