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Lacquers for Brittle Nails

by Staff

Dermelect's Launchpad features new lacquers that keep brittle nails from cracking.

Wellness

How Irritating!

by Suzette Hill

Red, Swollen patches? Blister-like bumps? Chances are it’s contact dermatitis, but only the doctor can say if it’s a simple case of irritation or a more serious allergy.

Wellness

What Is Yellow Nail Syndrome?

by Michelle Pratt

Notably different than nails stained yellow from polish, yellow nail syndrome could indicate a more serious health concern with the respiratory or lymphatic systems.

Onychophagy — severe nail biting — is considered a sub-group of OCD.

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What Is Onychophagy (Badly Bitten Nails)?

by Michelle Pratt

Clients who suffer from chronic onychophagy — or severe nail biting — may need not only the attention of a good nail tech, but also an appointment with a therapist who can help with behavior modification.

Industry News

What Chipped or Cracked Nails Say About Your Body

by Staff

Brittle nails say a lot about your habits, and overcoming these habits will help nails heal.

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Woodward Launches At-Home Screening Test for Nail Fungus

by Staff

Woodward Lab's kit helps diagnose toenail and fingernail fungus in the privacy of your own home.

lichen planus: an inflammatory condition of the skin; can be present anywhere on the skin, on...

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What Is Lichen Planus?

by Michelle Pratt

Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition that can be itchy, painful and leave permanent scars.

koilonychia: an abnormality of the nail that causes the nail to be flat or concave and the outer...

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What Are Spoon Nails?

by Michelle Pratt

Spoon nails are a common nail abnormality that can be easily overlooked because the mildest cases are hard to recognize. But be observant; early detection can alert clients to the early stages of a more serious medical condition.

Pseudomonas is the name given to a common, run-of-the-mill bacterium that announces itself to...

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What Is Pseudomonas?

by Michelle Pratt

Oh, that dreaded feeling that comes over a tech when she picks up a client’s hand and spots her green nemesis.

Exfoliative keratolysis: a breakdown in the keratin that forms the epidermal tissue, which...

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Health: What Is Exfoliative Keratolysis?

by Michelle Pratt

Exfoliative Keratolysis is a condition where the top layer of the skin perpetually peels. Though there's no cure all for the treatment of EK, a proper and consistent management strategy could give clients relief.

Industry News

Consumers Want Info on Brittle Nails

by Staff

When an InStyle reader asked how to deal wtih brittle nails, at-home remedies including Nail Tek strengether were recommended.

Technique

1-oz. Be Silky Callus Spray

VB Cosmetics

VB Cosmetics has 1-oz. sizes of its Be Silky Callus Spray.

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What Are Ingrown Nails?

by Michelle Pratt

Common but painful, ingrown nails are often the result of poor care. Techs can recommend treatment, but ingrown nails, also called onychocryptosis, could likely require a trip to the doctor.

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Black Henna Tattoos Can Cause Serious Skin Reactions

by Staff

Dermatologists are warning that harmless-looking henna tattoos could contain a harmful chemical.

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The Diabetic Discussion

by Michelle Pratt

All clients need personal attention, but our diabetic pedicure clients need an extra dose of TLC. Learn how to alter pedicure services to accommodate diabetic clients, and you’ll not only be offering them an hour of relaxation, you’ll also be protecting their health.

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