FAQ
If you could do anyone’s nails, who would you choose?
If you could do anyone’s nails, who would you choose?... read more
Should I remove the gel overlay from my client's damaged nail?
I have a client who wears gels over her natural nails. She hit her nail really hard and although it didn’t come off, it did bleed underneath the nail plate. Should I remove the overlay from the nail? Should I be worried about infection setting in?... read more
Is it common to have to change products or procedures depending on the weather?
Is it common to have to change products or procedures (including changing the ration of the products) depending on the weather? Is it possible for perspiration to make the product lift?... read more
Does discoloration on my toenails indicate there is still fungus present?
I have been battling toenail fungus on my big toes for more than 15 years. I first used a topical, over-the-counter treatment. For the past four years, I have been taking a prescription medication called Grisactin for the toenail fungus as well as using the topical treatment. I now have a full toenail on each foot again, but there’s still some yellow discoloration at the very end of my nails. Does the discoloration indicate there is still fungus present?... read more
How do you thank your competition model?
How do you thank your competition model?... read more
Reader to Reader: How do you handle no-shows?
How do you handle no-shows?... read more
Reader to Reader: How do you handle a rude client?
How do you handle a rude client?... read more
Do you socialize with your clients outside of the salon?
Do you socialize with your clients outside of the salon?... read more
Reader to Reader: Do you charge family members for nail services?
Do you charge family members for nail services?... read more
Can you do pedicures on people with psoriasis on their legs?
Can you do pedicures on people with psoriasis on their legs? What precautions should be taken?... read more
What are “color drops” for acrylic monomers?
I loved Lynn Lammers’ October 2009 NAILS cover nails, but what are the “color drops” mentioned in Step 4 of the Behind the Scenes? And where can I get them?... read more
When mixing glitters, what gives more of the 3-D look?
You know how sometimes we mix several glitters together and they make that magical combination that just pops, and other times the results are just so-so? What makes the difference? What gives more of the 3-D look? I thought I read somewhere that adding either the crystal/white or a light shade to a darker shade makes it stand out better. I can only use gel so the pre-mixed with powder combinations won’t work for me.... read more