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    Hand creams good or bad for gel polish?

    Could anyone help me out? By this I mean does using moisturisers affect the gel polish by causing lifting etc or is it good to keep the area moisturised with lotion as you would with cuticle oil?
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    Stamping for newbies?

    Hi, I'd really like to get into stamping, but have no idea where to start. Where do you get good stamping kits from and what products can you use with them (I only use gel polish)? Are there any recommended YouTube tutorials? Thanks
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    Glitter brush

    Hi everyone :) Has anyone got any recommendations on a good brush to use for applying glitter to gel polish? I've been told a fluffy one is best?
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    Gloves?

    I need something to protect my nails when using gel remover on clients as I keep getting tiny chips on the free edge of my index and middle finger. I've heard that nitrile gloves are highly recommended, but don't stop liquids getting through completely... Any suggestions would be greatly...
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    Portable air purifier for monomer smell

    Any recommendations please?! Anything good value as just starting up.
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    Acrylic: Ink London vs Naio Nails

    Hi, I am recently qualified and have just purchased the INK london iLac kit which I am in love with! I need to practise more with acrylic and am looking for a good system. I've researched Naio Nails, watched the YouTube videos and love the sound of max adhesion to give me that extra time to...
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    Acrylic brush with lid?

    Any recommendations for a good quality acrylic brush that’s perfect for mobile?
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    Confused, gel polish brand for newbie - help!

    So I’ve gone through so many existing posts on what gel polish brand is preferred, but I’m still so confused! I’m swaying between gelish and the gel bottle. The gel bottle has some great comments but also some disgruntled ones about long waits for delivery and bad customer service. Any wise...
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    Acrylic bead pick up technique

    Hi, I've just passed my final assessment for Level 3 diploma in nail technology. I trained through posh nails and our tutor trained us to pick up an acrylic bead by changing the amount of monomer we wipe off the brush e.g. Wipe one side for a large bead or both sides for a small bead. We were...
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    Portable table and chairs for mobile business

    I'm looking for a portable table and chairs for mobile nails. Any recommendations?
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    Nail tips

    Hi, I'm due to finish my level 3 in a couple of weeks and looking for some reliable nail tips that are not too difficult to apply. At the moment I use 'Royal' through my academy but wondering if there are any other recommended brands? I also sometimes struggle with air bubbles, does anyone...
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    Roo Beauty

    Hi! Has anyone had any experience with Roo Beauty? I’ve seen a trolley that I’d love to purchase, but for several weeks now it’s been out of stock in all available colours. It says there will be more stock coming soon but I have no idea how long that’s been now. I have also tried to contact...
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    Next steps

    Hi! I'm currently doing my level 3 diploma with PoshNailz and should be finished by end of May/early June. Our course covers mani, pedi, gel, wraps, acrylic and nail art. After I've qualified I'd like to set up a mobile business to fit in around my other job (I work in a school). My question is...
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    Newbie - top tips for starting a mobile business

    Hi! I’m currently doing my level 3 diploma in nail technology, and am wanting to start up a mobile business once I’m qualified. I’m starting to feel overwhelmed by everything I will need in order to start, and wondered if anyone could offer some friendly advice to a novice! Recommendations on...
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