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| Acrylic nails going yellow | 10/5/2008 |
Q: My friend bought all the stuff to do acrylic nails recently, so she said she would do my nails. They ...
A: Ella- Hi.I would venture to say possibly or the wrong ratio and or improperly cleaned brush. If ...
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| ibd yellowing aryclic nails | 8/30/2008 |
Q: i've rang up the company and they say the product is not expired and it must be my brush but i clean ...
A: The shape and type of bristle are really important. I use CND brush cleaner. I would stick with ...
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| ibd yellowing aryclic nails | 8/29/2008 |
Q: i've rang up the company and they say the product is not expired and it must be my brush but i clean ...
A: It sounds indeed like your brush is not clean. Be sure to fan your brush when cleaning and that your ...
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| Gel polish and toe skin | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I have 2 Xtion........1: I want to implement gel polish into my business and I like to use all top ...
A: Carol- Hello, Gel polish is great to add to your list of services. I love IBD or naillites.IBD makes ...
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| gel nails | 8/13/2008 |
Q: so if gel and acrylic are basically the same is there anything that good for your nails beacuse i ...
A: Gel and acrylic are not the same. Gel are more flexible and bend with your natural nails,cured using ...
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| Manicure Brush | 6/20/2008 |
Q: What is the best brush to use for an at home French manicure? Would you also suggest the procedure ...
A: I am not sure what you mean when you say brush?? A traditional french manicure is with a white ...
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| toe nail replacements | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I had my toe nails operated on years ago as a teenager and now I have one with a nail but an ugly ...
A: Honestly, there is not much you can do where there is no nail to build from the enhancement there ...
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| uneven edge of nailbed | 5/18/2008 |
Q: The edge of my nail bed, i'm told it's called a c-curve of the nail, is extremely uneven. it's like ...
A: This could be a disorder or a nail bacterial infection or even trauma caused your nail to do this. ...
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| How to help my nails to grow out stronger? | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I got overlays for the very first time back on november for my wedding and I now my nails are ...
A: I would really condition your nails use cuticle oil 1x a day preferably at night before bed(that way ...
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| natural nails | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I have worn acrylic nails for years. I have had them off for 6 months and am having trouble keeping ...
A: This could be due to your nails coming off or something else. Are you on any medications or health ...
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| my brittle nails | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I'm an 60 year old healthy and happy woman been taking vitamis and eathing healthy most of my life ...
A: I recommend Cuccio Horsetail nail strengthener. Cuccio is a great natural line. I also would ...
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| Gel or Acrylic or None???? | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I have natural strong and healthy nails that grow very quickly. My only real problem is that I can't ...
A: There could be a couple of reasons why this is happening. If you are on any medications or have any ...
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| Different style of artificial nails | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I have recently had acrylic nails. They always seemed to lift so it became very expensive. The ...
A: Gel can be applied as an overlay on your natural nails or on top of tips for length. It is a gel ...
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| UV Gel Sealer | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find a product called "lite perfect uv gel sealer" and cannot find it anywhere! I ...
A: I would say try ebay or craigs list. Also if you have the containers see if there is a mailing ...
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| over exposure allergy | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I've been a full time lcn technician for 5 months, about 2 months ago I started having a reaction. ...
A: This might not be a topical reaction(or it could be). It sounds more like a chemical fume related ...
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| Going back to original nails | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I have had acrylic nails for several years and would like to go back to my original nails what steps ...
A: Well the transition either requires you to remove all of the enhancement and start treatment to help ...
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| most durable fake nail product | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I used to get solar nails done all the time when living in Boston. Now that I've moved to Atlanta, ...
A: There could be a number of reasons why the product is not wearing as well. Change of medications, ...
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| Nail Salon Questions | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I am experiencing the same Gel vs Acrylic scam. The last pleasant experience I had at my normal ...
A: The site is fairly new another great site to try is www.findabeautysalon.com in the upper right ...
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| Gel Nails | 1/2/2008 |
Q: So my situation is as such: I did my homewrk before i went in search of gel nail. I thought it was ...
A: Sunnyday77- It happens and it stinks. First, you can transition to gels simply by applying the gel ...
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| Gel Nails | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I switched to gel nails 5 months ago. They look great when I leave the salon. But I can't get thru ...
A: yes thyroid medications can affect the adheresion of the product. Any enhancement can be affected by ...
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| Gel Nails | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I switched to gel nails 5 months ago. They look great when I leave the salon. But I can't get thru ...
A: This could be from several factors such as : using cleaning products without wearing gloves taking ...
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| Gel | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I love getting regular manicures because they are so good for my nails. I have tried putting tips ...
A: You can certianly opt for an overlay of gel. Clear is fine or you can get a gel in a color even a ...
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| "UV Gel Overlay on Natural Nails" | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I have a question about UV Gel Overlay being done on the natural nail. I am a 23-year old male and ...
A: Hope you had a great holiday! This is a great option for you. Gel is flexible and stays super shiny ...
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| contra indications | 11/14/2007 |
Q: why is it important to keep a record of any contra indications
A: Because a contra indication is a condition or factor that increases the risks involved in using a ...
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| gel seal gone wrong.... | 11/6/2007 |
Q: is it ok to apply a gel seal to have the permanent glossy look over acrylics? I have done it a few ...
A: I find gel needs a rough dry surface to adhere to. The dryer the better. I would recommend if you ...
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| chipped acrylics | 10/18/2007 |
Q: My daughter recently got a new full set of acrylics so she could try to quit biting her nails. ...
A: A few reasons... You mentioned she is a nail biter and depending on what the nail tech had to work ...
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| nail contr indications | 9/18/2007 |
Q: i am currently doing a home study nail tech course. im am gettin ready to submit my 2nd paper but ...
A: I would say B is your answere. Manicures provide deep conditioning which will treat the hang nails ...
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| How to get natural nails to look like solar nails at home | 9/6/2007 |
Q: Is there any gels on the market that will thicken up natural nails so they don't break, I really ...
A: Kathi- I say you should try a gel overlay which is a coat of gel applied directly on top of your ...
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| important question about gel nails | 9/6/2007 |
Q: she's been putting on nail strengthener but with no results... can you tell me what caused this and ...
A: Sounds like tips were too small, or gel was applied too thinly or not cured properly.When undersized ...
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| Different Acrylics | 9/5/2007 |
Q: Hey Amber, I was reading up on some questions people have had about acrylic and I came across an ...
A: I say try the clarite. It never hurts to try new systems. I always try new systems. I used to be ...
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| Clear Kapping Gel vs Acrygel | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I was looking into doing my nails myself. I tried ESN gel but I found that when I used it and cured ...
A: First, your light is probably the culprit.I try to always use the recommended light for the right ...
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| Nails | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I just had my acrylic nails removed. Now my nails are thin and are constantly cracking and ...
A: The gel overlay is just the gel applied to your natural nail. It still requires the same upkeep but ...
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| tips 4 nails? | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I am 13 yrs old and wanteed to get fake nails but hearing all about the upkeep and nasty things that ...
A: Tips are nail extensions that are glued to your natural nail using a special nail glue(not crazy ...
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| Ugly nails | 8/27/2007 |
Q: Ugly nails Question I used to bite and peel at my nails. I haven't in years, but the whites of my ...
A: Avon makes Instant Manicure Dry Nail Enamel Strips good for one manicure. Lasts up to 14 days.Wipes ...
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| acrylic nails | 8/11/2007 |
Q: I got my nails done at a salon near my house but I didnt really like the atmosphere there. Can I get ...
A: Absolutely not. You can get them filled anywhere. Atmosphere is part of the experience. If your not ...
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| reply to LCN vs. Permanent French | 8/2/2007 |
Q: I removed my acrylics myself last time, and I told my technician that the ridges were really bad, ...
A: Honestly I am not familiar with LCN's. Is this a particular brand or type of enhancement?? From what ...
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| Acrtylic Nails | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I'm practicing doing acrylic nails at home on myself, friends and family. I'm finding that they are ...
A: Mindi- This could be a result of not prepping your nail properly.Follow these steps: Perform a ...
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| Pin-like dots on white tips & Fill Lines | 7/15/2007 |
Q: WOW -- I've spent over an hour reading these boards. Thanks to all the volunteers! However, now I ...
A: First the dots, it sounds like clear dots are air pockets but I am unsure of the black dots. Either ...
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| Wedding nails | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I am a biter, and I would like to get some tips for my upcoming wedding. However, I once had Gels ...
A: Congrats! Nail biters are hard to put tips on and normally I would recommend occasion tips but in ...
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| tips vs. acrylic | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I have nice nail....always have. I normally get a manicure ever 2 weeks and they stay nice. I am ...
A: Any kind of enhancement on your nails will cause some wear on your nails and beds. Moving does a lot ...
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| nail tips for short nails | 6/23/2007 |
Q: I am a nail-biter and I have recently stopped biting my nails. I have some white at the bottom but ...
A: Nail biters are the hardest to work on because of the lack of natural nail to work with. It sounds ...
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| french | 5/20/2007 |
Q: i was wondering how long your nails have to be to do a french polish? i know that i can do it to ...
A: It is hard to do a french on the fingers with no free edge. If you bit them to stumps definately no. ...
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| UV Gels on Natural Nails | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I just had UV gels (no powder at all, but electric filing to roughen the surface before the gel was ...
A: Yes, you are damaging your nails but if properly done minimally. The file will roughen the nail ...
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| new acrylic nail technique | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I used to get acyrilic nail- but stopped for various reasons. Recently I went to a "walk in" nail ...
A: Yes this is actually an acrylic nail but a dip method.Star nails and Backscratchers make really easy ...
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| Everlast Nail System | 5/4/2007 |
Q: Have you ever heard of this? I copy and pasted this from a salon's website. I am looking for nails ...
A: They sound like a fiber gel or a gel nail of some type. Gel is a great alternative for enhancement ...
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| Acryllic Nail | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I recently have been suffering from fungal (black nail) on my big toe. And i have a acrylic one over ...
A: YES. Please remove the acrylic. Let your toe nail heal naturally. I know it will look bad but there ...
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| Air under my acrylic nails | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I got acrylic nails and only 2 days after I noticed there was air under my nails. What infections ...
A: Bummer. First off there is nothing you can do except remove them all or if the air is near the tips ...
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| Custom Blended Manicure | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I have scheduled an appointment for the Custom Blended Manicure. Can you tell me what you know about ...
A: This look is totally achievable with CB. This is a great way to get exactly what you want. The tech ...
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| Nails | 4/19/2007 |
Q: Hi my name is leslie. I have had weak nails all of my life and i was wondering what are some of the ...
A: It is so frustrating trying to make weak nails stronger. Maybe try an overlay of gel on your natural ...
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| acrylic nail resin | 4/19/2007 |
Q: my sister has been using the same nail products for approx 5 years without any bother , but this ...
A: I would venture a guess and say either the formulation has changed or ask you if your sister is ...
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| White nail tips | 4/18/2007 |
Q: I have natural nails and wnat to keep the tips looking white. Any suggestions? Thanks
A: You can soak your nail tips in efferdent tablet dissolved in water for five minutes at a time and ...
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| gel nails | 4/16/2007 |
Q: ok i have never gotten fake nails and i want to get some but my friend said acrylic nails make your ...
A: Any enhancement will thin your nails since it is extra weight on top of your real nails. I love gels ...
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| Our future Product | 3/27/2007 |
Q: This is Camber, Joey, and Venus. We are doing a think tank project for school. We are ...
A: Well you are not the first to come up with this idea. Lancome, laffy taffy,sephora girls all have ...
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| soreness (french manicure | 3/25/2007 |
Q: I just recent had a french manicure done, the basic one gel. Around 3 hours my nails are sore, this ...
A: SOMETIMES WHEN YOU HAVE NEVER HAD ANY TYPE OF NAIL ENHANCEMENT YOU CAN BECOME SORE FROM THE PREP ...
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| Nails Peeling AT the Cuticle | 3/15/2007 |
Q: Actually my surgery was in 2003. I lost 150 lbs and gained back about 50. I am starting to think ...
A: Avoid taking supplements to improve nail health as too much of any single vitamin could also lead to ...
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| Nails Peeling AT the Cuticle | 3/13/2007 |
Q: My nails or peeling horizontally at my cuticle. I had gastric bypass surgery and my nutrition isn't ...
A: I would have to say I believe this is a side effect of your surgery.It is not a vitamin deficiency. ...
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| fill nails | 2/19/2007 |
Q: what do they actually do when they fill your nails?
A: Well in general they will prep your nails(clean-buff-prime), fill in the regrowth area around your ...
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| Assignment questions | 2/9/2007 |
Q: ! sorry i didnt specify, i have assignments on Health and safety and one thats called underpinning ...
A: Nail Structure & Product Chemistry by DOUG SCHOON The Encyclopedia of Nails (Habia City & Guilds) ...
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| Finally, my real nails! | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I have been biting my nails for so long I don't even remember when I started. My only option was to ...
A: Congrats! Give yourself a mini manicure every week.Use a good cuticle oil I prefer Solar Oil by ...
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| I dont understand it! | 2/4/2007 |
Q: I am going to my 8th grade dinner dance in a few months and i want to get my nails done. I want to ...
A: First off I will start by telling you no matter what type of enhancement you ...
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| Nail will not stay on | 1/2/2007 |
Q: I don't have a problem with the tips, but the part thats glued to my nails doesn't stay on very ...
A: This could be from a couple of reasons, 1- the nail tech did not prep your nails correctly-over used ...
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| Brisa U.V. Gel enhancements | 12/31/2006 |
Q: I am currently considering implementing the Brisa Gel System in my salon. I have heard many praises ...
A: I recommend sticking with the Brisa Lamp.The reason for this is from personal experience, I used a ...
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| Yellowing nails | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I did a regular polish on a client. Used base and top coat. Her nail bed has turned yellow. She does ...
A: It is hard to say since your client does clean bare handed since chemicals (bleach,amonia,etc)can ...
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| difference between acrylic n gel extension | 11/28/2006 |
Q: I want to know the difference between acrylic n gel nail. which is the most demanding, n does ...
A: acrylics vs. gel; acrylics and gel are basicly the same thing, acrylics, or l&p (liquid and powder) ...
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| Nail cuticle/nail bed question | 11/21/2006 |
Q: I tend to have very hard, rough, dry cuticles and nail beds. I have been very heavy-handed with my ...
A: Your nipping is what is causing the vicious cycle. I try to nip sparingly because when you cut the ...
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| nail polish | 11/11/2006 |
Q: I'm 14 years old and my mother still won't let me wear black nail polish. I've tried to show her ...
A: Well for starters black Chanel polish is the #1 shade to wear and own right now.They have a wait ...
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| Chemicls being used an | 10/30/2006 |
Q: My girlfriend is a nail tech and she has just started in the field. She has had two episodes and had ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your girlfriends unfortunate episodes. Learning how to identify and prevent ...
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| Fake Nails! | 10/29/2006 |
Q: I am Haley and 13 years old. I really want fake nails but I don't know what acrylic and gel means ...
A: I will make it simple for you. Acrylic is applied usually using a nail tip to add length to your ...
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| ??? | 10/21/2006 |
Q: What nailpolish brand lasts the longest without chipping and how would you test that for a science ...
A: I would use subjects that had the same length and type of nails. Polish them with 2 coats of polish ...
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| effects of creams and chemicals | 10/15/2006 |
Q: What effects do oils creams and removers have on the skin nails and cuticles
A: oils are very conditioning to both the nail and skin surrounding it. Cuticle oils are ideal for ...
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| science fair | 10/10/2006 |
Q: what certain chemical is made up in nail polish
A: I am not sure of your question. Are you looking for a man made chemical in nail polish or what is ...
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| which nails should i get | 10/8/2006 |
Q: Ive had acrylic nails done alot and vowed to myself i would never get it agaian because it seems to ...
A: Almost all nails will essentially cause some weakening of the natural nails. You are putting product ...
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| the healing of natural nail | 10/4/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To I was talking about my finger nail,not toe nail,am sorry if ...
A: Disregard the maintenance info. I apologize I thought you were talking toenail. Same info pretty ...
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| the healing of natural nail | 10/3/2006 |
Q: i was wondering when your natural nail comes off how long does it take to heal and grow back this ...
A: The loss of a toenail, also called onychoptosis (which literally means "falling nail" in Greek), can ...
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| cracking of tips | 9/28/2006 |
Q: i am a budding nail tech. i have been working on and off for 2years. I had a client cope in for l&p ...
A: Well it is hard to say since each acrylic line has their own set of application instructions. It ...
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| Gel Nails | 9/23/2006 |
Q: i know that everyone says that no application of artificial nails should be painful. but i (from ...
A: The"burning" is from a gel primer. The uv light acts as a catylst and speeds up the process of the ...
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| Fake nails | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I am 13 years old and I want to get my nails dont fake but like kind of short. What is it called ...
A: I do not recommend getting "fake" nails at your age. Get a nice manicure instead. Getting nails ...
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| Acryllic Nails | 9/7/2006 |
Q: When I go in for acryllic nails. First they brush on something. What is this. Second they put the ...
A: Well the first product they brush on I am assuming is a primer. This usually depending on the system ...
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| brittle nails | 9/5/2006 |
Q: I have tried various nail hardeners which dont seem to work very well. I dont bite my nails and have ...
A: Well, most nail hardeners contain formeldehyde or tourmalene which dry out the nail in order to make ...
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| acrylic | 8/30/2006 |
Q: What is the best uv top coat that seal in, no lift, fast, and mirror glass shine? I'm new to gel so ...
A: I like Express UV topcoat.You can use it with a uv light or just let it air dry. Most companies sell ...
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| Nail Polish | 8/30/2006 |
Q: I was wondering about the history of nail polish anything you know about it tell me.
A: Nail polish has been around since about 30 BCE. They Egyptians apparently used to dip their fingers ...
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| Yellow nails | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I took off my nail polish yesterday and all of my nails had turned a bright yellow. What could be ...
A: Nail polish can sometimes stain the nails discoloring them. Try soaking your hands in a small dish ...
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| white tips | 8/23/2006 |
Q: I get white tips at my salon. They call them pink and whites. However, I don't understand the ...
A: When you call a new salon tell them you want a full set with white tips and clear or natural ...
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| stop picking cuticles and biting nails | 8/17/2006 |
Q: I can't stop biting my nails - and it'snot because they are tasty! I have had acrylics for years and ...
A: Unless you want to go the hypnosis route, which some people swear by, you do have a couple options ...
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| Manicures and Pedicures | 8/10/2006 |
Q: I am not too sure what I am applying to either, but I was asked this question when I called around ...
A: (: I found your answere! I did some research and here is what I found! Acrylic nails are called ...
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| Manicures and Pedicures | 8/10/2006 |
Q: I rarely get my nails done and I am not that familiar with what the best way is to go when getting ...
A: I am slightly confused by your question so just bare with me. I am not familiar with solar. Are you ...
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| whats in the products | 8/5/2006 |
Q: I heard that having acyrlic can cause problems if they contain formaldahyde is this true?
A: Well I have not heard it is in acrylic more of polish and nail hardeners. Formaldahyde and Tolulene ...
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| Artificial nails | 7/17/2006 |
Q: What in your opinion is the best nail enhancement to put on your nails. I had gotten acrylic for a ...
A: Well if you like your nails keep em!(: The only way to get fungus is if the conditions are moist and ...
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| nail care | 7/17/2006 |
Q: as I am getting older, (35 now!) my toenails are more and more brittle and prone to splits and ...
A: Well it sounds like one of two things: 1-age.With age your body changes and in turn your nails and ...
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| Polish on natural nails | 5/13/2006 |
Q: My natural nails are medium legnth. I really like them and every time I get a french manicure they ...
A: Well acrylic and polish are totally different in chemical make up. That is why they do not wear the ...
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| Nail Care | 5/5/2006 |
Q: I am just now starting to grow my nail natrually and it's going since I am a nail biter by habit, ...
A: There are a few options for extra strength. 1- nail hardener (be careful these are tricky the main ...
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| Manicures | 3/22/2006 |
Q: How often should people get manicures? Every 2 weeks? Pedicures- every 4 weeks?
A: (: I recommend to my clients every 2 weeks for manicures and every 4-6wks for pedicures. But I will ...
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