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| Nail lifting again and again | 12/11/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
Q: I started at home with uv gel application two months ago. I buffed nails to remove the shine off. ...
A: My best answer at this point would be: get rid of inferior products and buy good brands such as ...
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| how do you keep water from getting under your nails | 12/9/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
Q: so how do i keep the water from getting under them
A: Please read below trouble shooter for acrylic nails maybe this will help your tech to find the ...
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| Gel Nails? | 12/9/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
Q: Yesterday I got gel nails put on. I'm not sure if they were done properly or what I should do about ...
A: It sounds like the tech used white acrylic on your tips. The rest sounds like gel. There are too ...
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| stuff sticks to my nails | 12/8/2008 | Megan |
Q: I have acrylic nails and a french manicure. It doesn't matter which salon I go to, I have this ...
A: Well If it happens days after then it must be something your doing not the salon. Maybe you cook ...
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| gel nails and filing | 12/7/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
Q: I just had a gel overlay applied. It looks a little bulky to me- can I thin them out? How? They dont ...
A: Manufacturers often tell us not to file on top of the final coat of gel in order to maintain the ...
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| solar nails | 12/7/2008 | Megan |
Q: My daughter had her nails done with solar nails. I took her back to the same salon that applied them ...
A: Solar Nails is a Gel system. Pink Powder is an acrylic system. It is a different product and they ...
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| Does the nailbed ever grow back? | 12/5/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
Q: I am trying to grow my nails back after biting them for most of my life. So far so good, except for ...
A: I have always seen the nailbed grow back. It takes time. Sometimes lots of time. It's possible that ...
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| manicure | 12/4/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: how would i recognise a condition on the hands that would require medical referral??
A: Leanne, This would be at your discretion, If something doesn't look right don't touch it. You ...
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| manicure | 12/4/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: how would i alter my manicure treatment for a client who has ridged nails??
A: When I think of ridged I think hard dry nails that break allot. If this is the case the best ...
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| manicure | 12/4/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: my client has overgrown cuticles what specialised treatment would i recommend and why? Is hot oil ...
A: Hot oil can definitely be beneficial to the cuticle. OPI has a really good cuticle softener.Remember ...
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| manicure | 12/4/2008 | Liza Smith |
Q: a client came in and she had very overgrown cuticles, what specialised treatments would i recommend ...
A: i use CND cuticle remover (now called cuticle away) I have found this to be the wonder-product for ...
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| manicure | 12/4/2008 | Liza Smith |
Q: how would i alter my manicure treatment for my client who has ridged nails?
A: Ridges come in different severities. if the nails are very hard and thick, you can use a 3-way ...
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| manicure | 12/4/2008 | Liza Smith |
Q: how would i recognise a condition on the hands that would require medical referral??
A: sorry for the delay in answering your questions, I've been snowed under at work! There are not too ...
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| Contra indications | 12/3/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: i still dont quiet under the contra indications bit! Is a contra indication something that is ...
A: Hey Leanne, This is a subject that is easily misunderstood, don't feel thick here's the gist. a ...
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| stuff sticks to my nails | 12/3/2008 | Megan |
Q: I have acrylic nails and a french manicure. It doesn't matter which salon I go to, I have this ...
A: hmm. Thats very weird that it happens in different salons. In my experience I HAVE FOUND THIS To ...
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| Acrylic Nail problem | 12/3/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I tried to open something and my acrylic nail slipped. When I look at it I think what has happened ...
A: Without seeing the nail I can't advise to put a new nail on. I can give you a little quick fix till ...
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| hygiene | 12/1/2008 | Megan |
Q: I am new to having my nails done and I am worried about getting an infection or bacterial problem as ...
A: Yes same exact thing goes for finger nails . bring your own file. If you have acrylics or gels ...
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| Polish & Strengtheners | 11/30/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
Q: I have purchased a nail strengthener and I am very happy with the results. However the top coat has ...
A: Go back to the place you purchased the strengthener and see if the same company makes a thinner for ...
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| License | 11/30/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: Good day! I moved to the United States around three years ago. Where I lived, I used to do nails ...
A: You need to contact the Illinois Department of professional regulations,They can be found online or ...
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| allergy to gel nail? | 11/29/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I have worn gel nails for 15 years...I have been going to the same girl and about 6 months ago about ...
A: It is very possible to develop an allergy at any time. First I would advise you to get them off. The ...
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| artificial nails | 11/29/2008 | Megan |
Q: I am allergic to acrylic and gel nails but my real nails are brittle and thin. I love having ...
A: Yes you should take Biotin every single day. You can get that at a healthfood store and it promotes ...
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| hygiene | 11/29/2008 | Megan |
Q: I am new to having my nails done and I am worried about getting an infection or bacterial problem as ...
A: Louise, I would say your number one concern should be the pedicure tubs. I would never ever go in a ...
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| nails | 11/26/2008 | Liza Smith |
Q: i need to list 5 contra-inductions to a manicure???? help
A: the following are all contra-indications to a manicure; open/sore skin eg weeping excema contagious ...
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| Contra indications | 11/24/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: What are the contra indications that stop a manicure from taking place?? Also what are 4 restricted ...
A: Leanne, Here are some key pionts you need to pay attention to. This is a very indepth subject I ...
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| Contra indications | 11/24/2008 | Liza Smith |
Q: what is a list of contra indications that stop a manicure from taking place?? Is it the nail ...
A: contra-indications to a manicure are; swelling to hands/fingers contagious conditions eg scabies ...
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| uv gel nails with tips | 11/23/2008 | Megan |
Q: i have just completed a day course in gel nails & tips using a resin & file/buffer to file the ...
A: You should be start to finish 45 min at the most! The procedure is simple.. You rough up the nail ...
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| wanted: great looking (healthy) natural nails | 11/20/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
Q: I would like my nails to gain strength and natural length. I went to a salon and explained that I ...
A: If your natural nails grow out healthy normally, then I would suggest committing to a regular ...
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| UV Nails to Natural Nails | 11/19/2008 | Ambercinque |
Q: I have had acrylic nails and just switched to UV gel now for many years. However, I need to budget ...
A: I LOVE Poshe topcoat. Apply this every other day or every couple of days to ensure durability and ...
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| how many types of pink are there? | 11/18/2008 | Megan |
Q: i recently move to texas and have not found a place were they do the really pink pink poder they all ...
A: There are alot of different powders in many colors. It just depends on the brand and who makes it. ...
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| gel nails | 11/17/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
Q: I was reading Sylvia de Rijke question about what could be causing the allergic reactions using the ...
A: Very sorry to hear this Rebecca but I have no information about any changes. If you wish please ...
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| Would bright nail polish still look good in winter? | 11/16/2008 | Ambercinque |
Q: I kinda don't like dark colours but I wanted to get a green like this ...
A: Chanel- Hi there. I can not go to the links from this site. I also do not get attatchments ...
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| Would bright nail polish still look good in winter? | 11/16/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I kinda don't like dark colours but I wanted to get a green like this ...
A: Polish has become more of a personal preference. Wear what makes you feel good. Dark colors are ...
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| Classes to learn how to do Acrylic Nails | 11/14/2008 | Megan |
Q: I earned a Nail Tech and Aesthetician license about 10 years ago. I have never worked in the field ...
A: Yes there are tons of classes! Pick the Acrylic system that you are interested in (OPI, creative ...
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| Acrylic Nail Application | 11/14/2008 | Megan |
Q: What is the difference between acrylic liquid && just acetone ?. Can I substitute acetone for ...
A: They are totally different! And no you cannot use Acetone for acrylics. Acetone is used for polish ...
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| allergic reaction | 11/13/2008 | Ambercinque |
Q: I have had acrylic nails for years but the last time I went for a fill in I developed severe itching ...
A: OUCH! Well, I would say opt for the neosporin and if it does not start to look better than go see ...
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| Artificial Nails | 11/12/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I have been getting my nails done for quite some time, my problem is I can not seem to make it the ...
A: There are two ways you can go about this, You can switch to overlays or you can have the gel or the ...
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| gel nail fill | 11/12/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I have gone to the same place for years with no problems. My regular manicurist was out of town so ...
A: There is a common misconception about gel, If your tech is using a powder and liquid it is not a ...
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| problem after fill in | 11/10/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I have had acrylic nails for many years. I have a clear gel put on them and it has never been a ...
A: My advice to you would be to remove those nails ASAP. You are having a bad allergic creation. Find a ...
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| sanitation vs. disinfection? | 11/9/2008 | amber Edwards |
Q: I'm a new licensed tech, and I'm kind of confused about sanitation and disinfection. I've heard some ...
A: Disinfection refers to the reduction of pathogens (disease causing organisms), while sanitation ...
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| Gels | 11/9/2008 | Elyse C Perry |
Q: I have moved to an ocean community and there is a market here for gels. I am from the desert. Is it ...
A: Climate will not affect gel application. As long as you are using the appropriate lamp with your gel ...
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