Gel polish chipping
I've just used the one step purity on a client and she's only had it on for 5 days and every nail has chipped... Can anyone suggest why?? I prepped (cuticle removal, removing natural shine), applied...
View ArticleTrouble with tips!
Hi geeks, I qualified in l&p through CND in August. I have been doing a few peoples nails and am having trouble with the tips coming off. Sculpted ones stay on no problems but any that I do with...
View ArticleSelf Employed Beauty Therapist on a percentage
Hi guys, I've already read a few posts regarding this subject but I just wanted to clarify! I'm currently a mobile beauty therapist and am studying my NVQ level 3 one day a week. I have applied for a...
View ArticleVegan gel polish
Hi Geeks, Does anybody know of any vegan gel polishes? I have a customer asking, any help would be gratefully appreciated.
View ArticleWhat nails are you sporting today?
Hiya geeks I was wondering what nails are you all sporting today. I'm going to do mine tonight I usually have acrylics but I'm going to do gels may even stretch to doing stilettos not quite sure. Am...
View ArticleOnline course
Hey guys. I have just seen a nail technician course online. Certified via IAHT. I have never heard of this before but wondered if anyone new if this was a genuine qualification or if it's best to do an...
View ArticleChemical skin peel training?
Hi all, could anybody advise me where I can train for chemical peels please. I live in the North West( Cheshire area ). I see from looking that prices range from £200 to £2000 !! Very confusing ! Many...
View ArticleNu Skin
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View ArticleNew nail tech here, lots of questions!
Looking for some product advice to start off. I would like to get your input and experience with professional brands of Polish, Acrylics, Gels, and silk/fiberglass. I would like to use all 5free...
View ArticleFew questions about pedicure
Hi, I have a pedicure blog and I'm currently working on an article about recent trends in pedicure. I'm looking to interview a few salon professionals for this. Is here anyone who could send me short...
View ArticleTools and brushes storage
I'm new to nails and I'm trying to figure out how to store all my tools and brushes as they seem to be multiplying by the day! Any tips or ideas? Pics would be great! TIA! xx
View ArticleWhat are your personal opinions on monetary tips?
When you do a service and charge $25.00 do you expect a tip? Do you think that your clients should leave you a tip? What is your view on tipping in a salon? I am a nail technician and I was just...
View ArticleOPI gel polish removal
Hi.i bought few opi gel polishes but i am wondering what is your experiance with it's removal.because to tell you the truth i thought it would be easier to remove.it gave me a bit of hard time today .i...
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Total newbie needs advice! What to have in my kit?
Hi All! So pleased to have found you all! And i really hope someone can help me!! I love nails and polish and since i love them, i took a basic course in gel/shellac manicure & massage course and...
View ArticleStamping
So my first try at Stamping was a disaster. However after watching a few YouTube tutorials I've given it another try. Now I'm ready to invest more $ and time. How important is stamping polish? Can I...
View Article"Olaplex" has broken my hair!
I can't believe the damage the "Olaplex" product did to my hair! I have been a hair stylist for 25yrs, I had heard about this product so I went to my professional supply houses to inquire about the New...
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Best cheap dark dark tan (not professional)?
Ive been buying fake tans from boots but none of them are dark enough more just a golden glow and some of them were in 'dark'. I have olive toned kkin anyway though. Any recommendations of a good...
View ArticleDifference between a mini and a luxury facial
Could you ladies please tell me the difference between your mini and luxury facials I want to make my mini facials 45 minutes and my luxury 1h30 minutes. I have just ordered a steamer to he part of my...
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Eye glitter?
Hi I am getting organised for xmas makeup [emoji318][emoji318] and want to use glitter ! can anyone recommend best glitter for eyes and application method please thank you ann !
View ArticleHairdressing scissors
I've got 2 pairs of Joewell scissors, they're good scissors but i'm undecided whether to just get these sharpened or invest in a really great pair of scissors. The one's i've got my bog eye on is a...
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