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What Is Skin Cancer?

What Is Skin Cancer?

by Michelle Pratt

Gone are the days when we slathered baby oil on our skin and competed with each other for the darkest skin tone. However, factors other than the sun play a role in the development of skin cancer, so even those who use the highest SPF can still be at risk. Learn to recognize changes in the skin that could indicate skin cancer and educate your clients about the importance of early treatment.

You’re Never Alone When a Nail’s Ingrown

You’re Never Alone When a Nail’s Ingrown

by Staff

Ingrown toenails are painful afflictions that usually require a doctor’s help to remove. But if you catch them early enough, you can help maintain the nail using a special Ingrown Nail File and prevent the nail from growing into the surrounding skin.

Ingrown Toenail Myths Debunked

Ingrown Toenail Myths Debunked

by Staff

When it comes to ingrown toenails and how to treat them, misinformation abounds. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers this list of myths you may hear from clients and how to counter them.

What Is Onychorrhexis?

What Is Onychorrhexis?

by Michelle Pratt

It’s a long name for a common condition — longitudinal ridging — and just the type of problem that makes nail techs look like miracle workers in the eyes of their clients.

Laser Fungal Treatment Twice as Effective as Pills

Laser Fungal Treatment Twice as Effective as Pills

by Staff

The new treatment for fungal nails is not only safe, but it’s proving much more effective than the currently available oral antifungal medications, which may have side effects. Introduced in 2008, the treatment involves a small laser beam that is moved over the surface area of the toenail, instantly killing the fungal spores in the nail bed while leaving healthy tissues intact.

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