If you want to convince clients they can learn to live with long nails, tell them about Lori Groves, a former nail technician whose long nails have actually stopped traffic.
Encourage clients who crack a nail to call you immediately. If they pick at or pull on the crack they are likely to injure the nail plate or cause the artificial nail to lift.
The secret to applying long-lasting tips is choosing the right length and shape for the individual client and educating her on how to care for her nails between appointment.