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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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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