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| Gel Nails Alergic reaction | 9/25/2008 |
Q: ... I am a nail biter and really wanted my nails to look nice... but I am really having a bit of a ...
A: Nope, Mani-q is salon only. It is a UV cured rubberized gel, so even if someone ever does develop a ...
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| Gel Nails Alergic reaction | 9/22/2008 |
Q: ... I am a nail biter and really wanted my nails to look nice... but I am really having a bit of a ...
A: All nail enhancement products are in the same basic family of chemistry. Acrylates. They are all ...
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| After Care after acyrlic | 9/22/2008 |
Q: What is your recomendation for product use for the nails to become stronger and healther, yet as ...
A: You might want to try a ridge filling basecoat. They aren't as easy to find as they used to be, but ...
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| After Care after acyrlic | 9/22/2008 |
Q: What is your recomendation for product use for the nails to become stronger and healther, yet as ...
A: Rehydration. Assuming the nails have not been damaged by poor application, improper removal, or MMA; ...
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| chemical usage | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I bought solar nail white powder and the liquid. Can you tell me how to use these products so i can ...
A: I take it from your question that you are not a nail tech? Did you purchase the brand-name Solarnail ...
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| Broken artificial nail | 9/11/2008 |
Q: Sometime in August I got some French tips because my real nails do not grow, and when they do, they ...
A: If your grandmother is anything like mine, you could probably tear off your entire finger and she'd ...
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| Broken artificial nail | 9/11/2008 |
Q: Sometime in August I got some French tips because my real nails do not grow, and when they do, they ...
A: Ouch. You're going to need a doctor. A doctor can lance the nail for you to release the pressure ...
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| differences between types of artificial nails | 9/9/2008 |
Q: What is the difference between getting acrylics, pink and whites, and gels? Do they last the same ...
A: Depending on how the acrylic was removed it could take 2 weeks to 6 months. If the acrylic was ...
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| differences between types of artificial nails | 9/8/2008 |
Q: What is the difference between getting acrylics, pink and whites, and gels? Do they last the same ...
A: "Pink and white" refers only to the look of the finished product. It means that your nails will be ...
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| Bio Sculpture Lifting | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I was reading many of your postings and I really appreciate your willingness to share your expertise ...
A: I really must remark on how amazed I am at the number of questions I get concerning "Bio Sculpture ...
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| acrylic nails | 9/5/2008 |
Q: My 14 year old went in for a french macicure, and got acrylic nails(horrible nail job). She was too ...
A: There is no minimum age requirement for receiving nail services and no parental consent is required. ...
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| PINK AND WHITE | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I would like to know if I can put clear polish over my pink and white, They are done with pink and ...
A: Most gels and gel topcoats are very good at blocking UV light, which means that gels rarely yellow ...
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| pink and white acylic nails | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I finally found a nail technician I like because he shapes my nails the way I really like; he knows ...
A: Powders come in all kinds of shades and even solid colors. You're best bet is to see if you can talk ...
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| gel nails | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I have been getting my nails done for about 11 years now. In the past six months I have noticed ...
A: You need to find a nail technician who is familiar with product chemistry and is willing to share ...
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| acrylic nail reaction | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I had been having my nails filled (acrylic) for 6 years and gradually started reacting. sore nails, ...
A: Does your nail tech have the ENTIRE kit of Extreme products? Or does she only have the topcoat ...
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| pros and cons on artificial nail methods | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have been having acrylic, sculpted nails done for years. I have moved, and the nail techs in my ...
A: I came of age in the day when most techs sculpted their acrylics on forms; at least-- everyone in my ...
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| permanent french acrylic vs. gel | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I really want the permanent french manicure, however I like my nails to look really natural (thin ...
A: If you can find pictures of nails that look like what you want, try taking them in to show the nail ...
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| bio sculpt gel | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I have the new bio sculpture gel nails. They are nice, but it looks pretty easy to apply. There's ...
A: My guess is that since she didn't give you a reason for not wanting to push back your cuticles when ...
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| Changing Biogel Nails | 7/22/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me how often one should take off biogel and reapply it again to the nails..I go every ...
A: The issue of what we refer to as "fill lines"-- the visible line where new product meets old-- is ...
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| UV gel enhancement in Las Vegas--referrals? | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I'm getting married in Vegas next month and I'm looking for a place that does a good job with UV gel ...
A: First of all: Congratulations! I wish you many years of joy and happiness! Secondly: I am deeply ...
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| acrylic nails (sculpture) | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I am not please with the salon that I have been going too. I want to know, Do I have to soak the ...
A: No. Not everyone is taught the same and not everyone uses the same stuff, but it isn't a stretch of ...
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| acrylic nail reaction | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I had been having my nails filled (acrylic) for 6 years and gradually started reacting. sore nails, ...
A: Don't risk worsening your allergy by going back to acrylic. Think of it this way: you could love ...
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| allergic reaction | 7/10/2008 |
Q: so i have been getting my nails done at this place for a while and nothing had happened. this past ...
A: Find someone who offers hypoallergenic products. Wraps, powder glazing (such as Backscratchers' ...
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| Gell application | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Any concerns about the use of UV light to "dry" gel nails? We're told that UV light is bad for our ...
A: A few months ago I was asked a very similar question regarding the potentially damaging effects of ...
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| Gel nail product which feels like acrylic | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I recently had my nails done in California by a tech who said she was applying gel to my nails as it ...
A: I honestly think you have acrylic on your nails. It may have been a low odor product or even an ...
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| nails | 6/26/2008 |
Q: "I saw the answer to another question regarding the same subject. Nail polishes make my nails get ...
A: Nail Tek products can be found at many high end salons, and beauty supply stores. The products are ...
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| color over solar white tips | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I have solar white tips currently. I wonder if I can have a "color" polish put over the white tips? ...
A: There is a Myspace page that has a very good (so I'm told) blog entry about "Solar Nails"... you can ...
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| Allergy to gel nails | 6/24/2008 |
Q: Well rats!! I wrote last week about having a sudden reaction to gel nails. I tried 2 different non ...
A: sorry to here the gel isn't cooperating with you. Everything that I've been told about nail ...
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| nails | 6/24/2008 |
Q: "I saw the answer to another question regarding the same subject. Nail polishes make my nails get ...
A: You need to find a good basecoat that will address your specific nail type. I'm fond of Nail Tek ...
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| Gel Nails- Allergic reaction | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I read a prior question & answer regarding the allergic reaction to Gel nails. I've been getting ...
A: My advice would be to find a product that DOESN'T result in an adverse reaction. If you are ...
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| Nail dryers | 6/20/2008 |
Q: Im curious about UV nail dryers. Im looking for one to just help dry nail polish, not to cure gel ...
A: Polish dries by evaporation of solvents. The main factor in the efficiency of a drying lamp for ...
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| Acrylic Nail Wrap | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I recently had an acrylic nail wrap done for the first time. I am wondering what the steps are to do ...
A: I'm going to apologize in advance, because I realize that the internet makes it difficult sometimes ...
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| Glass Files | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have been a nail tech since 2001 and do apx 50 sets of nails in a month, I am very picky about ...
A: The best I can really tell you on this one is to get a glass file or two and give it a try. None of ...
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| pink vs pink white | 6/18/2008 |
Q: want a softer look. if,over the next couple visits, i just get pink fills and the whites get trimmed ...
A: It should. It depends on the color they used for the pink. Most products are at least slightly ...
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| Acrylic Nail Wrap | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I recently had an acrylic nail wrap done for the first time. I am wondering what the steps are to do ...
A: Good question. I've never heard of an "acrylic nail wrap" myself so it would be really helpful if ...
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| acetone and wraps | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I don't understand one thing: if acetone is bad for nails, and we are always recommended to use ...
A: Acetone isn't necessarily "bad" for nails and many product manufacturers actually do recommend using ...
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| reaction to gel nails? | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I've had gel nails for about 2 years and have had no problems with them until recently. The last 2 ...
A: It does sound a lot like an allergic reaction. Depending on the type of gel product used, it's ...
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| nails | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I have been wearing acrylic nails for several years and would like to know how to remove them so ...
A: The best way to remove your acrylic nails at home is to purchase 100% pure acetone from your local ...
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| silk wraps | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I need to know how to remove silk wraps. nail polish remover doesn't work...help please
A: Straight acetone. You can use polish remover, as long as it contains acetone, but it will take ...
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| Mini blisters on heels | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I recently had my first pedicure ever (Male, age 30) and loved it. Mostly because my heels were ...
A: I really think you need to consult a dermatologist about this. It could be pitted keratolysis, which ...
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| Gel Nails at Home | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I am not a professional; however, I have done my own acrylics at home as well as used a gel nail ...
A: Are you no longer happy with Lume? Or are you no longer able to get it? Although I've never used ...
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| manicures | 5/18/2008 |
Q: We were out of town, in Chicago and had to have acrylic nails filled. The tech used a UV top coat ...
A: Well,since it was air brushed on, I'm thinking it may not be a true UV gel topcoat; which would ...
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| acrylics | 5/15/2008 |
Q: why is it that they charge more for pink and whites than regular acrylics? i know that they're all ...
A: Businesses charge what their customers will pay-- that's pretty much the rule of thumb for any goods ...
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| healthy nails, maintaining polish | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I have a very hectic work/life schedule. My nails are healthy and strong, however a manicure lasts a ...
A: A skilled technician can apply and maintain any artificial enhancement product/service without ...
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| Worried about White and Pink powders | 5/4/2008 |
Q: My nails have gotten so soft over the past 2 years, some of them shred repeatedly. I struggled with ...
A: Yes. If you choose to remove the product from your nails, the original problems will persist. ...
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| gel nail polish | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a salon in round rock texas or near there that does the gel nail polish...I am a ...
A: Try the salon locator at www.beautytech.info, or possibly the message boards at beautytech.com (you ...
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| Could it be that I'm not a candidate for gels? | 4/17/2008 |
Q: Maggie, I wrote to you last week about alternatives to Bio Sculpture nail jail. I found a salon ...
A: Ahhhhh... yes, short nails with little to no free edge to start with can present special challenges. ...
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| Alternatives to Bio Sculpture Nails | 4/6/2008 |
Q: Maggie. I have the sort of nails that will not survive at any length without some kind of ...
A: Well, I have to admit that I personally have never used the Bio Sculpture product. I'm unable to ...
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| pink and white nails | 3/26/2008 |
Q: I had acrylic nails put on with the pink and white. They looked very nice. Went back to have what I ...
A: First of all, you really need to find a nail technician that you can communicate with. As long as ...
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| Bubbles | 3/18/2008 |
Q: .not sure where to go here. It seems like every time I paint my nails, within 10 minutes they appear ...
A: Yay for using a basecoat! This is precisely what I beg my clients who polish their nails at home to ...
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| Gel Nails | 3/12/2008 |
Q: In the last six months I've found that my fingers are getting Very irritated when I get a gel fil. ...
A: Unfortunately, not all gels are hypoallergenic. And even "hypoallergenic" means less likely to cause ...
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| Very Painful Hands after fill | 3/6/2008 |
Q: My hands from the finger tips to the pads of my fingers are on fire, extremly itchy, burning and the ...
A: It sounds very much like you have developed a sensitivity to acrylic monomer(the liquid). Possibly ...
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| UV dryer light used in nail salons | 3/6/2008 |
Q: When I go to the nail salon these days they always use one of those UV drying lights to speed up the ...
A: This is, indeed, a tricky question! While technically, yes, all UV rays cause skin damage... there's ...
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| SOLAR NAILS | 3/2/2008 |
Q: HOW DO I REMOVE SOLAR NAILS?
A: Acetone. So far, the so-called "solar nails" phenomenon has not reached the area where I work and ...
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| how? | 2/29/2008 |
Q: Were can i get acrylic oil cheap without going to a salon?
A: By "acrylic oil" I'm assuming you mean cuticle oil? A lightweight oil to rub into your cuticles to ...
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| asked for gels, got acrylics, refund??? | 2/24/2008 |
Q: Two weeks ago I went to get gel nails for the first time. It has been about 10 years since I have ...
A: I definitely think a refund is in order. More importantly though, so is a formal written complaint ...
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| Nail Injury | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I had a manicure at my wife's beauty parlor. I believe that the manicurist filed my thumb nail down ...
A: Don't cut the callous. The callous is being caused by friction against the skin in that area. ...
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| Lunula | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I've done a little internet research and can't seem to find anythiing that fits my query. My left ...
A: I highly recommend asking a medical doctor about this. Not knowing what happened that caused your ...
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| Fading glitter | 1/22/2008 |
Q: Just checked out your site and WOW. But I have a question on fading-walk me through both fading on a ...
A: First, the easy part of yourYou can find a color wheel at any local art supply store. Also usually ...
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| Nail files | 1/19/2008 |
Q: Why do most, if not all, metal nail files have a "notch"?
A: I think you are talking about older metal files where there is a little half circle-shaped "notch" ...
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| follow up question | 1/18/2008 |
Q: My follow up question is what are your recommended methods to getting your nails to grow super fast? ...
A: It's not that weird for those of us who regularly do acrylic toenails. Just explain the situation ...
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| looking for any alternatives after surgury | 1/16/2008 |
Q: When I was in 7th grade and had little idea of what was going on, my mother took me to a podiatrist ...
A: If there is hardened skin left where the nail used to be, it may be enough to hold an acrylic nail. ...
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| My Nails | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I want to allow my nails to grow long and beautifully without breaking do you think getting tips ...
A: Probably not. I remember back when I started having my nails done professionally, I thought if I put ...
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| Fake or Acrylic | 1/12/2008 |
Q: Ok, so what is the difference between acrylic nails and fake nails? Also, I either want a full set ...
A: Not necessarily. There are lots of different types of "fake nails." Acrylic is the most popular type ...
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| Fake or Acrylic | 1/11/2008 |
Q: Ok, so what is the difference between acrylic nails and fake nails? Also, I either want a full set ...
A: "Fake nails" are any nails that aren't the ones that grow naturally from your fingertip. It doesn't ...
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| Acrylic & Gel Nails ... or both? | 1/7/2008 |
Q: My natural nails broke two days before I was to be a maid of honor. So, I had gel nails put on. Back ...
A: Either product can be applied over either product. So if you have gels, you can fill them with ...
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| nail tech school | 1/7/2008 |
Q: i would like to know where i can train to become a nail tech in the visalia area? p.s. your website ...
A: Estes Institute of Cosmetology has been open since the mid 80's or so. It's downtown, on Main ...
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| gel nails | 1/6/2008 |
Q: my daughter wants gel nails should i get them for her and also will she be ab;e to keep them on st ...
A: That depends a lot on how old your daughter is. I get asked what a good age for getting nails is a ...
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| Gel/Acrylic Scam and a French Tip question | 1/4/2008 |
Q: After doing a lot of research I decided I wanted to get a set of Liquid UV Gel nails. I had acrylic ...
A: 1. Yes. Salons are governed by the state. In VA the information for reporting salons not compliant ...
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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: Anytime you schedule a personal service, you should take a few minutes to consult with the service ...
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| solar nails | 12/27/2007 |
Q: My tech does my nails totally by hand..no drills etc. I have had them on for several months...they ...
A: While soaking your nails in acetone to remove them every 2 months will not damage your heatlh in any ...
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| Clear Gel That's Warmed Up? | 12/25/2007 |
Q: I recently had my nails done with a hard gel that the asian technician heated the clear gel up in ...
A: There's nothing particularly special about the gel itself. You can warm any UV cured gel. DO NOT ...
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| Technician cut me bad- will nail heal?? | 12/23/2007 |
Q: I had solar nails put on that seem to lift fast. When I went in to fix them the technician cut me ...
A: Most likely it will heal. A lot will depend on if the cut is actually on the skin surrounding the ...
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| gel powder | 12/19/2007 |
Q: is there such a thing a gel powder...this is what is on my nails and i see the word on the ...
A: There are a few companies that provide a powder to be used with their UV gels. These powders add ...
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| Spray-on nail enhancements | 12/18/2007 |
Q: A friend of a friend had false nails done in the States. According to her she went into a shop, they ...
A: This is the first I've heard of an enhancement material being applied in this manner. If you could ...
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