acrylic maintenance

Backscratchers' Reglaze Maintenance

Re-glaze Backscratchers' wrap nails to keep them looking as good as they can be.

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Reverse Application Step-by-Step

Reduce your time doing colored acrylic fills by using this "Reverse Application" method.

En Vogue Geisha Nails

Help Desk

Why does my acrylic sometimes appear cloudy? Your technical questions answered!

How to Prevent Lifting

Lifting acrylic nails are frustrating to the nail tech and annoying to the client. Left uncorrected, they could trap water and be the first step toward a bacterial infection. But before we get defensive and start pointing fingers, let’s check out the nails — and let them do the talking.

No Pinching

Simple tip to keep the creation of a great C-curve from hurting the client.

Fill or Start Fresh?

To find out what circumstances do warrant a fresh full set, we asked two nail techs known for their high standards when they fill and when they remove.

Kupa Bits for Backfills

Kupa inc., a leading manufacturer of electric files and carbide bits, has created a new bit that bakes backfilling easier and faster. This custom one-of-a-kind design comes in K Cut (silver) and Z Coat, which is a gold-plated finish. The barrel carbide bit is wider at the top, allowing the technician precision cutting with less pressure.

How to Use Kupa Bits for Backfills

Kupa has created a bit that makes backfills easier and faster.

10 New Tech Troubles

Think nobody knows the troubles you’ve seen? In fact, the problems facing new techs are predictable and preventable. Read on for the cures to 10 common newbie nail woes.