Nail Care & Manicures/Questions
| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| uv gel manicures | 1/8/2009 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: I was wondering how safe are those UV light manicures? A: Jeanne, I think you are asking about the UV gel enhancements. There are a few UV lights with ... | ||
| uv manicure | 1/8/2009 | Maggie Franklin |
| Q: I was wondering how safe UV Gel Manicures are?? I am a little leary about it being that we protect ... A: Actually, we don't protect ourselves from ALL UV light rays-- as that would mean staying out of more ... | ||
| nail damage after fill in appointment | 1/8/2009 | amber Edwards |
| Q: Amber I recently had my artificial nails filled in. They were lifting at the edges after only 2 ... A: Gretchen, If you remove these nails they will be very sore and will probably bother you till they ... | ||
| solar nails | 1/8/2009 | Megan |
| Q: i am look how to buy real solar acrylic system i look on creative nails .com but cant find i need to ... A: When you say Solar nails I don't know what you mean. Creative nails dove a a solar line however it ... | ||
| Powder Gel?? | 1/7/2009 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: I go to a discount nail salon.I get what is called powdered gel nails.the manicurist uses powder ... A: Holly, This nail thing takes time to practice and master!!! It is sooooo hard to do your own nails. ... | ||
| Gel nail extensions breaking after 2 days | 1/7/2009 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: I had bio sculpture gel nail extensions put onto my nails a week ago. On Friday night one broke ... A: Helen, I am not familiar with Bio Sculpture, but can you be POSITIVE it was BioSculpture? I would ... | ||
| Gel/LCN Nails | 1/5/2009 | amber Edwards |
| Q: I am addicted to my fake nails and want to give them up after 4 years! Is there anything I can do ... A: The best way to transition from gel to natural would be to have your tech file them as thin as ... | ||
| bubbles | 1/4/2009 | Liza Smith |
| Q: I have a question regarding why sometimes tiny bubbles are created when a polish is applied to the ... A: Usually bubbles in enamel application is due to something oily in the enamel itself or on the nail ... | ||
| bubbles | 1/4/2009 | Jackie Ebarb |
| Q: I have a question regarding why sometimes tiny bubbles are created when a polish is applied to the ... A: Diana, Sometimes moisture can be trapped between the nail and the polish make sure you are applying ... | ||
| bubbles | 1/4/2009 | Miko Choi |
| Q: I have a question regarding why sometimes tiny bubbles are created when a polish is applied to the ... A: Bubbles could be caused by polish being too thick, applied too thick or you are applying polish with ... | ||
| bubbles | 1/4/2009 | amber Edwards |
| Q: I have a question regarding why sometimes tiny bubbles are created when a polish is applied to the ... A: There could be a few reasons for the bubbles. older polish dust oil on the nail bed contaminated ... | ||
| NAIL ART | 1/2/2009 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: I have a question regarding swarovsky crystals. I recently put one stone in each of my natural nails ... A: Hola Diana, The best way to get the crystals to stay on is to apply them to wet polish. If you wore ... | ||
| NAIL ART | 1/2/2009 | Miko Choi |
| Q: I have a question regarding swarovsky crystals. I recently put one stone in each of my natural nails ... A: first off, lets discuss stone placement. Are you putting the stones close to the tip? since natural ... | ||
| NAIL ART | 1/2/2009 | amber Edwards |
| Q: I have a question regarding swarovsky crystals. I recently put one stone in each of my natural nails ... A: I usually apply stones into wet polish then apply your top coat as usual this seems to make a big ... | ||
| NAIL ART | 1/2/2009 | Megan |
| Q: I have a question regarding swarovsky crystals. I recently put one stone in each of my natural nails ... A: Diana, When I apply rhinestones I just stick them right into the wet nail polish! Let it sit for a ... | ||
| NAIL ART | 1/2/2009 | Ambercinque |
| Q: I have a question regarding swarovsky crystals. I recently put one stone in each of my natural nails ... A: Diana- Hi. Stones will fall off. I have had great results by applying with nail glue using a ... | ||
| manicure | 1/2/2009 | Liza Smith |
| Q: i have a client who is 45 and has very split nails, she has neglected her hands. In 6 weeks time she ... A: When we recommend treatment times, 6 weeks is the optimum time scale. I suggest you start asap with ... | ||
| white tips | 1/2/2009 | Liza Smith |
| Q: when i apply white tips and put a clear acrylic over them, they look quite dull. am i doing ... A: White tips are really designed to be used as a short term option. Because you have to apply them ... | ||
| UV Gel Systems | 12/31/2008 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: December 29th, I had Acrylic Nails done with a UV Gel System Overlay. I paid extra for the service. ... A: Aleta, Although I am not a doctor, I have seen this reaction and think you likely are having a ... | ||
| Fake fingernails | 12/30/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
| Q: i am a male and i tried on fake fingernails on and i love the way they look i search all over the ... A: My clients average 14 to 21 days between fills. You didn't specify which type of "fake" fingernails ... | ||
| Acetone | 12/30/2008 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: When you attemple to soak your acrylic nails off, how much acetone must be placed into the bowl? Do ... A: Lisa, To soak your nails off, you need to be sure your acetone is 100% acetone. If you have those ... | ||
| Gel nails | 12/30/2008 | Miko Choi |
| Q: I have been getting gel nails for about 4-5 yrs and i have noticed that when my nails are ready for ... A: First off, when you are ready for a fill-in the tech usually drills the old gel down and also to ... | ||
| white tips | 12/29/2008 | Liza Smith |
| Q: when i apply white tips and put a clear acrylic over them, they look quite dull. am i doing ... A: Which make of clear powder are you using? Some Liquid + Powder systems do not have perfect clarity, ... | ||
| pedicures | 12/29/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
| Q: When wrapping up a foot with a hot towel during a pedicure, I can never get it wrapped tight. Do you ... A: This is a very difficult thing to describe without pictures,but I'll give it a shot: I've always ... | ||
| Powder Gel?? | 12/28/2008 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: I go to a discount nail salon.I get what is called powdered gel nails.the manicurist uses powder ... A: Hola Holly!! I am sorry to tell you that you do not have gel on your nails. It does not matter what ... | ||
| toe nail | 12/28/2008 | Megan |
| Q: what can I do for thinning toe nail A: If your toe nail is thin, apply a nail strenthner every single day. lyaer it on and at the end of ... | ||
| Gel overlays | 12/28/2008 | Ambercinque |
| Q: I saw a previous question that Steve asked on 11/20/2007. His question pretty much answers mine ... A: with gel you still need to get a fill every two weeks as with acrylic. Anytime you apply an ... | ||
| gel nails | 12/27/2008 | Liza Smith |
| Q: Can i use ibd clear builder gel as a base gel? I watched the video fr IBD website that guide how ... A: I dont use IBD gel, I use CND's Brisa gel, but one of the important steps in application is to 1st ... | ||
| artificial nail enhancements | 12/27/2008 | Megan |
| Q: 10+ years ago I dropped a weight in the gym on my big toe nail. Fungal infection followed. I took ... A: Eric, Well My first response was going to be to wear a dark polsih over the nail and dont worry ... | ||
| Natural nail salon products | 12/25/2008 | Miko Choi |
| Q: I am interested in opening a nail salon. I want to use (if possible) nail products that aren't as ... A: well, if you are planning on doing nail enhancements(acrylics,gels), that already isn't natural and ... | ||
| Acrylic Nails | 12/22/2008 | Ambercinque |
| Q: I have gone to salons several times before in the past to have acrylic nails put on, however, it is ... A: This is definately something best left to the pro's. The electric file is NOT a dremel. A dremel is ... | ||
| Allergy to gel nails | 12/22/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
| Q: I started using gel nails in Dec.07 and had no problem until about October of 08. I had gotten off ... A: Although I am not an "Creative" expert I do know the quality is good. The ingredients do not differ ... | ||
| Allergy to gel nails | 12/18/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
| Q: I started using gel nails in Dec.07 and had no problem until about October of 08. I had gotten off ... A: Your problem looks like an allergic reaction to either one of the ingredients of the gel which ... | ||
| Nail salon in Los Angeles | 12/18/2008 | Megan |
| Q: I am looking for an good nail salon in Los Angeles near to my hotel : Best Western Hollywood Hills, ... A: I have a few favorites out there But I am not sure if they do acrylic nails. Try Recess,or The nail ... | ||
| Nail salon in Bangkok | 12/18/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
| Q: Your name sounds Dutch, but I don't know for sure if you are so I will write in English. I will be ... A: Wilde even informeren hoe het was afgelopen met je nagelbehandeling. Alvast een prettige ... | ||
| Nail Lifting | 12/17/2008 | Sylvia de Rijke |
| Q: Sylvia, I read your response to a lady who complains of issues with nail lifting. I have the same ... A: Ho Rosa, Sorry to hear about your problem. I am almost sure in your case that you are facing this ... | ||
| UV Nail Dryers | 12/17/2008 | Megan |
| Q: I want to paint my nails more often but my problem is I can never sit long enough to let my nails ... A: No the uv light will do you no harm! What I do for my clients is use a fan inbetween each coat of ... | ||
| Pink & White nails | 12/16/2008 | Maggie Franklin |
| Q: I used to go to a lady who worked from her house and would take the pink and white almost completely ... A: I definitely wouldn't consider you a "know-it-all" consumer. You've had your nails done well and you ... | ||
| gel system | 12/15/2008 | Liza Smith |
| Q: the company i trained with have replaced the gel in case it was that still the same happens any ... A: Which make is the gel? I was told by the mamnufacturer of the gel that I use, that gel generally ... | ||
| Acrylic Nails | 12/12/2008 | Lynnette Madden |
| Q: I have had acrylic's for about 3 months and they are constantly coming off and or breaking...my nail ... A: In my years of doing nails I have only seen one client that cannot wear anything on her nails. I do ... | ||
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Lynnette Madden
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Expertise
I am able to answer any questions regarding artificial nails, whether they pertain to acrylic, gel, resin or fiberglass/silk wraps. If someone has questions regarding manicures and pedicures, I can help in this area too. I also can help with waxing questions, ranging from eyebrows to Brazilians for women and men. Skin care inquires? I can help in this area also. The only thing I cannot help with is hair questions.
Experience
I have been a licensed Nail Technician in Pennsylvania for over ten years. I am also licensed in Esthetics, which deals with skin care and waxing.
I am a salon owner, having owned my own business for over eight years.
I have also been an educator for three different nail companies.
Organizations
I am active online in different forums pertaining to nails, skin care and waxing.
I am also a member of the BPW.
Publications
I have written articles and am a frequent contributor to NAILS magazine.
Education/Credentials
Received my licenses in the state of Pennsylvania, having gone to the Lansdale School of Cosmetology.
Awards and Honors
In the very first nail competition I entered in Orlando Florida, I placed 6th. I have also placed in an online competition and placed 2nd.
I am on the Professional Advisory Board for two schools and will likely be teaching some classes at one of the schools in 2009.
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