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    Light elegance cleanser vs scrubfresh

    Hey! Is there a difference between the light elegance cleanser and CNDs scrubfresh? I’ve just switched to LE p+ from CND Shellac and I’m still currently using up my CND prep products incl scrubfresh and disperse. wondered what people’s thoughts were? Xx
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    The Gel Bottle (converting from CND Shellac)

    Hi! I’m actually going with a different brand altogether. The gel bottle seems to have a cult following, but from research it seems a lot of clients have had problems with it due to its very high hema content. So I’m going for a different brand - ikoniq. As they have no hema In most products...
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    Best nail art brushes?

    Hi Everyone! What are your recommendations for nail art brushes? Thanks xx
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    Ink London or Ikon.iq?

    Thankyou! I’ll take a look :-)
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    Ink London or Ikon.iq?

    I meant that a few had mentioned using an efile to remove the bulk of iconiq, even for the regular gel polish, even though it’s a soak off? Does that make sense? I’d be soaking off to start with as I’ve never used an efile I’m hoping a change of brand will help me move from just a few regulars...
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    Ink London or Ikon.iq?

    That is really helpful!!! Thankyou!!!! someone else mentioned the filing off instead of soaking, but I can’t quite get my head around doing this yet ?!?!?!! As I’ve only ever done full soak offs each time......
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    Ink London or Ikon.iq?

    Hi everyone! I’ve posted in here a few times recently looking for advice on nail brands. I think I’ve narrowed it down to 2 - Ink London or iron.iq currently I’m using CND, not finding the longevity isn’t there anymore. I’m looking for something that is straightforward to use, easy to remove...
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    The Gel Bottle (converting from CND Shellac)

    That’s interesting..... I haven’t found too much about that issue. I will look at those other brands though also. I’m just so concerned that CND just isn’t lasting anymore. When I first started using it I was getting a good 4 weeks out of it. Now I’m struggling to get 1. And I’m not doing...
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    The Gel Bottle (converting from CND Shellac)

    Hi. Yes I’m a member of the group and I have also compared so many swatches to my current ones. But unfortunately a real life comparison to a photo isn’t the same and I’m struggling to get a good match, hence why I was asking if anyone had converted over and knew the best matches. i have done...
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    The Gel Bottle (converting from CND Shellac)

    Hi! You’re in the same position as me then! I’ve literally googled everything I can think of and looked at sooooo many swatches now that I’m completely bamboozled!!! Really hoping someone can help!
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    The Gel Bottle (converting from CND Shellac)

    Yes I’ve tried smooth it. Made no difference to my nails Whatsoever :-( I normally Try everything in my own nails first as I can get about a month out of shellac, well I used to, as now I’m struggling with getting a week eek! Just looking for a few recommendations to start me off x
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    The Gel Bottle (converting from CND Shellac)

    Hi! I’m looking at converting to the Gel Bottle. Currently I’m using CND shellac but I’m finding it just isn’t lasting as well as it used to :-( After a lot of research I’m looking at picking up just a few key colours from the gel bottle to start - what would you recommend? What have you all...
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    Lecente Smooth It, is it worth it?

    Hey everyone. So I held off getting lecente smooth it when it was first released and then it was out of stock. Now it’s back in stock I’m thinking of getting it, but wanted peoples opinions on it first.... Is it worth it? And what’s your experiences with it? Do you use it on lots of client? Etc...
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    Apps for client records?

    @AcidPerm - Do you have to pay for ovatu? @littlemiss1t Gdpr wise - this is why I’m mainly doing it, as the context is more secure
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    Apps for client records?

    Hi everyone. I’m looking for an app for an iPhone and iPad that can be used for storing client details and treatment records. Can anyone recommend one? Ideally one that’s not too costly and easy to use. It doesn’t necessarily need an appointment side but I guess this would be a bonus. The main...
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    Setting powders without flashback?

    Hey :-) Can anyone recommend a good setting powder that doesn’t cause flashback????? That also photographs beautifully??? I feel like I’m at my wits end trying to find one as there’s so much conflicting info about. Any advice appreciated :-) Xxx
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    Professional MUA kit help

    No worries!! It’s so hard trying to decide what to get - so figured may as well explore all options and it’s so good to get opinions of those already in the business about what they find works and doesn’t work xx
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    Professional MUA kit help

    That’s great thanks so much for your help!!! I’ll get to a counter and get a wee sample of the Armani! Have you ever used the bare minerals BarePro? I’ve tried a few different foundations on my skin recently as research and this and the studio fix seem to be the only ones to date that last I...
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    Professional MUA kit help

    Hi cheekychick! Thanks so much for this - it’s has been really helpful!! I’ll def check out some of these brands! Would you say the Armani luminous silk is long lasting? Thankyou again xx
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    Professional MUA kit help

    Hey everyone! I’m training to be a MUA and so have been doing a lot of research recently with regards products for my kit. This is so important so I want it to be right, plus I’m looking at carrying some cruelty free products to accommodate vegans etc. so I have a few questions I’m really hoping...
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