acrylic maintenance

Electric Filing Techniques: Backfills

Doing a backfill with an electric file can help you achieve faster and more accurate results.

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Troubleshooter: Shaping Acrylic Nails Oval

Some diehard fans of the oval nail remain - causing problems for some nail techs who can’t seem to get the same result they would with the square look.

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"What can I do for a client with dry, rough, cracked hands?" asks our first reader.

Troubleshooter: Removing Acrylics Without Damaging the Natural Nail

Whatever the reason your client wants to go natural, it's a good opportunity to maintain her as a client by preserving her natural nail as only a nail professional can.

Troubleshooter: Prepping to Prevent Lifting

The most common problem nail technicians face with nail enhancement application - especially those just starting out - is lifting. If it isn’t the client’s fault, it may be a simple problem like improper preparation.

Troubleshooter: Prepping to Prevent Lifting

The most common problem nail technicians face with nail enhancement application — especially those just starting out — :  is lifting. If it isn’t the client’s fault, it may be a simple problem like improper preparation.

Troubleshooter: Protecting and Reinforcing a Split Nail

Applying a thin acrylic overlay to a vertical split on the nail can help protect it from further damage, while still allowing the client to wear her nails natural

Feel the Need for Speed?

Top competitors and educators share their tips and techniques for shaving time from the acrylic maintenance service.

The Help Desk Answers Your Technical Questions

How to keep an airbrush French fresh and doing backfills.

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Get tips on soaking off acrylic, changing primer, placing tips, and tricky whirlpool spa tubs.