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Hi, I’ve had an interesting conversation today with a British woman who lives in France. She offers gel polish with tips, so sticks them to the natural nail, blends and files the tip then basecoat and topcoat. Normal gel polish not builder gel. And apparently very short too. Is this a thing? I’m...

Hi everyone, I've got a photo shoot coming up where I have to give the model different nail ‘looks’. I need to be able to add and remove a number of nail sets that I’ve already prepared. Does anyone have any ideas for a low tack (but will fit close to natural nail) adhesive or product that would...

Hi everyone, I’m wondering if anyone has experience of Lupus and gel polish or indeed any polish? I’ve been reading (on NHS site) that pretty much all polishes/acetone etc should be avoided, as should the uv lamps as they can cause a flare up of symptoms? I’d be very grateful if anyone has any...

Hi, Apologies if in wrong area but I’m looking for a reasonably priced face glitter, good range of colours that complies with all health/safety standards. I’ll be working with large numbers, fast paced (am booked for lots of big, Christmas parties (!) so am after a reliable product. If anyone...

Hi, Hope someone can help me out here! I work at a hotel and am offering bridal packages. I’m pretty sure there is a gel brand(or hopefully more than one) that has the same colour in both a gel and regular polish range? I know that gels should last a wedding/honeymoon but thought a nice gesture...

Hi Everyone, Just a quick one: How much do you charge for an original Callys Peel treatment? Either as a stand-alone or an add on treatment. I have looked for info but could only find suggestions from 2007! Hope someone can help! X

Hi, Can anyone recommend nail brushes(cleaning) that can be disinfected? The ones I’ve had used metal to secure the bristles, they quickly rust. I know they are not especially expensive but would like to have one ready for each client (one use daily) so need a few on rotation! Any suggestions...

Hi everyone, I’m used to using a fresh pair of gloves for each client but wanted to ask if a new face mask per client is also standard procedure? Just working out my costs and don’t want to miss anything out! Thanks for any help you can share x

Hi, I’m soon to open a small nail and beauty salon where space is a premium! I’m offering pedicures as a key treatment and am very conscious of creating a comfortable experience for the client whilst maintaining my own posture and back health! I was going to get a custom base made by a joiner to...

Hi everyone, I have a client this week who has two damaged big toenails and wants them built up/repaired with acrylic overlay before a gel polish. I’m happy to do the repair but have no idea how much to charge. Could anyone give me an idea on a ‘per toe’ cost? There’s about half a healthy nail...

Hi everyone, I had a client yesterday who has a very high hyponychium on every nail. I have fit tips on her a few times, with no issues but used forms this time as creating glass nails. I did manage it eventually with only one nail looking less balanced due to form unable to sit under the nail...

Hi, Has anyone advice for trimming an acrylic tip down prior to removal? Should it only be done on the thinner part? Or not done at all? Thanks!

Hi everyone, I’m looking for a gel brand that provides a jelly finish? So quite translucent and sheer and able to blend easily with other colours. Has anyone any suggestions? Thank you! X

Hi everyone, Can I ask your opinion on the risk of regular exposure to UV from lamps on clients hands? I’ve been looking into some of the protective manicure gloves and wondered if anyone had any experience or thoughts on them? And (probably stupid question) would I be right in thinking that...

Hi, I’m setting up a nail treatment room and wondered what is an ‘accepted’ amount of colours to carry. I am currently using Halo which I like and know they are reasonably priced. However, with many initial start up costs to consider I don’t know if it is necessary to stock the full range? I...

Hi, After coincidentally having 3 clients in 2 weeks who had varying degrees of toe nail damage (or lack of!) I have found a product specifically for reconstructing toenails. Has anyone had any experience of this LCN product? I think it’s a kind of acrylic but with some kind of fungal treatment...

Hi, I’ve just completed a set of nails with a stamped layer of Essie Liquorice. I’ve applied the Sally Hanson Double Duty (tip and base coat) and it has caused some colour bleed. The colour was completely dry. Any ideas why? Thanks!

Hi, I bought the Glitterbels clear tips after checking with them they could be used to create glass nails. I’ve tried, using all their products and the end result isn’t very glasslike at all! From talking to other technicians on IG they all seem to sculpt their glass nails. Has anyone any advice...

I think I’m doing something wrong! When doing nail art (and working with layers) I’m applying topcoat each time to make sure I can wipe off if I make a mistake. This is great from the viewpoint I can’t really mess up as I can simply wipe mistakes away but the removal is proving a nightmare! I...