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Do Hormones Cause Artificial Nails to Lift?

Though doctors cite a lack of scientific evidence that hormones influence product lifting, some nail technicians say their clients’ experiences provide all the proof they need.

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Making Every Second Count

Shaving even 30 seconds off a fill could mean $400 more a year in income!

The Help Desk Responds to Your Technical Questions

This month readers ask about nail shapes, getting a crisp smile line, and whether or not to etch nails.

Playing Fast Ball: Working Quickly With Acrylics

You can’t squeeze more hours in a day, but our experts can show you ways to fit more appointments into your schedule. How? By learning to do full sets in half the time.

Lifting Opens a Pandora's Box of Bad Habits

If just a few clients have lifting, look to their lifestyles for the solution. If the numbers are higher, however, the cause probably can be traced back to your technique.

10 Ways to Cut Precious Minutes Off a Fill Service

Whether you need a few quick tips to catch up when you are running behind schedule or you are trying to whittle down your fill service time to fit more clients in your appointment book, there are a few tricks to doing a fill in less time

Taking the Heat Off Clients’ Nails

If your clients experience a burning sensation during a nail service, chances are you’re preparing the nail improperly or applying the product incorrectly.

Trouble Shooter: Taking the Heat Off Clients’ Nails

If your clients experience a burning sensation during a nail service, chances are you’re preparing the nail improperly or applying the product incorrectly.