FAQ
What’s the trick to getting dark glitters to cure when doing rock star gel nails?
What’s the trick to getting dark glitters to cure when doing rock star gel nails? I do my nail prep, then a layer of Akzentz Base N Gloss. I cure and put another layer of Base N Gloss, then sprinkle on the glitter and tap off some of the excess. I cure after that, and I brush off the excess again when it’s done, but a lot of glitter will come off with it. And this is with a brand new gel lamp. So I put on more gel, more glitter, etc., but I’d like to get it right the first time to save time.... read more
What does it mean to be an independent contractor?
The owner of the salon where I work told me I was an independent contractor. She pays me a 60% commission and collects the money from my clients. What does it mean to be an independent contractor?... read more
What, if any, are my obligations to my booth renters when it comes to walk-ins?
I own a salon that is part booth rental and part commissioned employees. There has been some question regarding the walk-in process. What, if any, are my obligations to my booth renters when it comes to walk-ins?... read more
What could be causing the gel to shrink?
So on my last client of the day, I finish her fill, buff her nails, apply gel top coat to one of the hands and it turns out fine. But on the next hand, I do everything like I usually do, but when I put the hand in the light to cure the gel top coat, disaster happens. One finger looks like it has a hole in it (in the top coat) and the others look like the gel has literally shrunk, and they’re bumpy too. I file it all off and start again, but the same thing happens. I try one more time, and it’s still the same. I do it all one more time and even use a different lamp, but get the same results. My bulbs in both lamps are about four months old, so they shouldn’t need replacing yet. What could be causing this shrinking?... read more
What's the trick to getting dark glitters to cure when doing gel nails?
What’s the trick to getting dark glitters to cure when doing rock star gel nails? I do my nail prep, then a layer of Akzentz Base N Gloss. I cure and then put another layer of Base N Gloss, then sprinkle on the glitter and tap off some of the excess. I cure after that, and I brush off the excess again when it’s done, but a lot of glitter will come off with it. And this is with a brand new gel lamp. So I put on more gel, more glitter, etc., but I’d like to get it right the first time to save time. And this only happens with dark colors. What can I do?... read more
What causes shrinking on gel nails?
So on my last client of the day, I finish her fill, buff her nails, apply gel top coat to one of the hands and it turns out fine. But on the next hand, I do everything like I usually do, but when I put the hand in the light to cure the gel top coat, disaster happens. One finger looks like it has a hole in it (in the top coat) and the others look like the gel has literally shrunk, and they’re bumpy too. I file it all off and start again, but the same thing happens. I try one more time, and it’s still the same. I do it all one more time and even use a different lamp, but get the same results. My bulbs in both lamps are about four months old, so they shouldn’t need replacing yet. What could be causing this shrinking?... read more
How to a correct a vertical split in the nail?
I have a client who has been coming to me every two weeks for about four months. She originally came to me with a vertical split going up her nail toward the cuticle on both of her thumbs. It appeared that it was only splitting about 1/8th of an inch from the free edge. But as time has gone on I notice that it doesn’t ever grow out because there is a ridge that travels completely to the cuticle. She moisturizes daily and has even been using various nail strengtheners. I don’t know how to correct this. Please help!... read more
Is there any such a thing as a "universal" UV light?
Is there such a thing as a “universal” UV light unit or do I have to buy a different light unit for each gel system? ... read more
What can I do if I have too many clients?
I’ve got a full book of regulars and more people wanting occasional services than I can accommodate. I’ve already added some evening hours and don’t want to add more, but I don’t want to turn people away either. What can I do?... read more
Will the chlorine in swimming pool water affect nail polish colors?
Will the chlorine in swimming pool water affect nail polish colors?... read more
Where can I find manicurist-themed wall art or good manicurist clip art?
I’m looking for any kind of manicurist-themed wall art or good manicurist clip art but haven’t been able to find anything. Please help.... read more
Is there such a thing as a “universal” UV light unit?
Is there such a thing as a “universal” UV light unit or do I have to buy a different light unit for each gel system?... read more