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.
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
Whether you’re using traditional gels or the newer, quicker gels, proper application is essential to prevent lifting and to create a durable set of nails.
Just as one tip style doesn’t work on all clients, one tip application method does not work on all tips styles. Here are three application methods for three newer tips.
You can get rid of troublesome air pockets by soaking off the client’s extension or filing down her nail.
