nail diseases

Pseudomonas

Having a nail infection is never fun, but luckily pseudomonas bacteria is one nail disease that can be eliminated fairly easily. Find out what causes the “greenies” and how you can ensure your clients won’t have ever have to deal with this ugly disorder.

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The Help Desk Answers Your Technical and Health Questions

Closing In On Ingrown Toenails

Wearing tight, closed-toed shoes is an invitation for ingrown toenails. Soreness, irritation, and pain are just a few symptoms clients live with. Here we give you tried-and-true solutions to ease client discomfort.

Bacteria: Back to the Basics

As a nail tech, you come in close contact with a number of people on a regular basis, in a type of interaction that makes the spread of bacteria and disease not only possible, but likely. With the recent spotlight on bacteria-related mishaps in the nail industry, we decided to revisit its history, causes, and remedies.

Raynaud’s Phenomenon: A Tale of Two Clients

Looks aren’t everything when it comes to a client’s health: To know which ones have Raynaud’s Phenomenon, you need to ask. And you do need to ask, as two clients’ tales will tell.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Nail Doctor

Your questions answered! What causes fungus, what to do about brittle nails, and more.

The Nail Doctor: Cold Weather Can Affect Nails

The Nail Doctor Talks About Summer Nail Issues

It’s summer, which can mean a healthy time for nails.

The Nail Doctor

The Nail Doctor tackles a handful of questions about nail fungus, damaged lunulas, and nail pitting.

The Nail Doctor Live!

Salon owners and nail technicians from all over the world came to hear their favorite dermatologist discuss everything you need to know about nail disorders.