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What techniques can techs use to keep salon conversations professional?
What techniques can techs use to keep salon conversations professional? How can we deflect personal questions politely?... read more
What is the best way to market to university students near a college campus?
What is the best way to market to university students near a college campus?... read more
I think my client has MMA damaged nails. How can I fix them?
When I was out sick for a month, I had a client go to a different salon, and now her nails are pulling away from skin. I think it is MMA damaged nails and she wants me to fix them but I don’t know what to do. Please help me.... read more
Can you over-cure gel?
Can you over-cure gel?... read more
Why do some of my clients feel a burning sensation when I use my e-file?
I have only had my license for six months, and I have definitely found that my e-file cuts down on time. The only problem is when I’m reducing the acrylic to take off old product, some of my clients feel a burning sensation. I make sure I’m not applying too much pressure. I have my RPM set at 15,000 and usually use a medium-grit sanding band. What can I do about this? Should I go back to carbide bits?... read more
All of a sudden I have one client with pseudomonas. What is going on?
I have never had a problem with my clients getting “greenies” (pseudomonas). However, I do have one new client who has been getting a greenie on a different nail every time I see her. I never re-use a file on any of her other nails after filing off the green, and of course I disinfect my implements after each client. What is going on? She said she has never had this problem before, and I have never experienced this before.... read more
Why do some people wear gels over acrylic extensions?
I’ve heard that some people wear gels over acrylic extensions. Why do they do this, and how do you do this? Is there anything you have to be careful of during the application?... read more
Is there a law that states I need to provide my booth renters with a key to the salon?
Is there a law that states I need to provide my booth renters wth a key to the salon assuming I am able to make it in to open for them?... read more
Can you offer any tips for keeping my books as full in the fall and winter months?
Can you offer any tips for keeping my books as full in the fall and winter months as they are in the spring and summer months?... read more
I’ve heard that some people wear gels over acrylic extensions? Why do they do this, and how do you do this?
I’ve heard that some people wear gels over acrylic extensions? Why do they do this, and how do you do this? Is there anything you have to be careful of during the application?... read more
When I’m reducing the acrylic to take off old product, some of my clients feel a burning sensation. What can I do about this?
I have only had my license for six months, and I have definitely found that my e-file cuts down on time. The only problem is when I’m reducing the acrylic to take off old product, some of my clients feel a burning sensation. I make sure I’m not applying too much pressure. I have my RPM set at 15,000 and usually use a medium-grit sanding band. What can I do about this? Should I go back to carbide bits?... read more
Myth Busters: Will suntan lotion mixed with the ocean's salty water turn gels to goo?
I heard that if you go into the ocean with a lot of suntan lotion on, the small amount of acetone in the suntan lotion interacts with the salt water and can run down your fingers and turn your gels to goo. Is this true?... read more