FAQ
My client's nails are constantly lifting away from the nail bed. What causes this? How can it be treated?
My client's nails are constantly lifting away from the nail bed. What causes this? How can it be treated?... read more
My client often has white spots on her nails. What causes this?
My client often has white spots on her nails. What causes this?... read more
Is wearing artificial nails safe?
Is wearing artificial nails safe?... read more
I have a client with brittle nails. What causes this and what should I do about it?
I have a client with brittle nails. What causes this and what should I do about it?... read more
I have a client who recently began having an allergic reaction after her salon visits. What could be causing this?
I have a client who recently began having an allergic reaction after her salon visits. What could be causing this?... read more
Does gelatin strengthen weak nails?
Does gelatin strengthen weak nails?... read more
When you sculpt with gels, how do you get a C-curve?
When you sculpt with gels, how do you get a C-curve?... read more
My polish is bubbling on natural nail care clients. Could it be the polish or my nail prep?
I am having problems with my polish application. When the polish dries, it bubbles. This happens on my natural nail clients only. I clean the nail very well with ScrubFresh. I roll the polish between the palms of my hands and I do not shake it up. Could the polish be old? I use a good quality base and top coat.... read more
How can I convince my clients that there’s no harm in my nipping off excess cuticle?
How can I convince my clients that there’s no harm in my nipping off excess cuticle?... read more
I have an elderly client with fungus on one foot only. Is that normal?
I have a client who is an elderly gentleman. On his right foot all his toenails are perfect and on the left foot all the toenails have fungus. I have never seen this. Usually I see fungus on the big toe or on a few toes per foot. I was wondering what you thought of this.... read more
How can I remove callus from the feet if it's illegal in my state to use a metal rasps and such?
How can I remove callus from the feet? In Florida, it is illegal to use metal rasps and such, so all I can use is scrubs, sloughing lotions, and a foot file.... read more
When you use colored acrylics to create nail art, do you file the acrylic smooth? Can you use any liquid with colored powders?
When you use colored acrylics to create nail art, do you file the acrylic smooth or do you leave it? What if it’s 3-D? Also, can you use any acrylic liquid with colored powders?... read more