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Getting behind the science of gel-polish is no easy feat, but with a better framework for its chemistry comes improved technique and the ability to educate clients. NAILS picked the brain of OPI's Dr. Paul Bryson for some user-friendly answers.
The glassy, smooth look of gel nails has once again caught the attention of both clients and techs.
Light-activated gel systems have been revamped for the healthy, odor-free environment of the 90s.
Suzie Moskal of Nail Career Education has been wearing PolyGel for three weeks. In this video, she demonstrates how to remove the product, perform a fill, and sculpt a French fade.
Not surprisingly, it takes a scientist to describe the science behind today’s gel technology. We asked some experts in the field to explain what makes gels gel — and the best ways to remove them.
Well. Yet another line of UV-cured polish has come to live on my shelf. Well, a small sampling of another line anyway. Introducing: OPI GelColor. It's all so confusing. I've totally given up on grumbling about
Elizabeth Morris asks "Are we proud of what we've achieved? Is what we're doing driving us forward? Is our industry becoming oversimplified in a way that is detrimental to our advancement?"
BLUESKY’s product line includes: gel polish, nail lacquer, nail treatments, and other professional salon products.
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With the new technology being applied to gels there is a good range of options for techs looking to create pink-and- whites, correct damaged or misshapen nails, add shine and protection to natural nails or acrylic enhancements, or give a client durable and long-wearing nail color. The main thing to keep in mind when dealing with various forms of gel is that the primary difference between them is the viscosity.
The gel formula was designed to provide easy application and molding abilities to create nail art effects.
