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    pedi/mani question....?

    i had to have my manicure certificate before i progressed to enhancements, i thought that was standard practice.
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    Gel on top of acrylic?

    was it a new technician you went to? Maybe she prefers l&p to gel, but still likes the gel top coat.
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    Brush Sizes

    The size is in relation to the 'brush head'. A smaller brush is good for small nail beds and in-fills, while a bigger brush holds more liquid. The size of brush you choose is down to your own preference and what you feel comfortable working with. Hope this helps.
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    Education... what did you do in the beginning?

    Went to college but then realised it was very basic training and went on to do an NSI course.
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    Gloss for finished acrylic nails, anyone got any suggestions??

    NSI glaze 'n' go is good. it comes in a bottle, you just apply it like polish and cure for 90 seconds. Quick and easy.
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    insurance

    phone number for babtac - 0845 065 9000
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    insurance

    it was babtac
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    yellow nails- smokers- sunbeds?

    dont know if this is any help but my nails have been turning yellow recently but i know for a fact its my after sun, it has a hint of tan enhancer in it and i use it after sun beds too. i wouldnt blame the sun beds cos its not happening to everyone.
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    young ladies party

    i did my first party a few weeks ago for a group of 13 year olds. it all went very well but i would say i took too much stuff and far too many designs cos they just wanted EVERYTHING. i should probably have just showed them a few designs to keep it simple for them. The girls were sooooo...
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    practice help

    i used a marigold filled with lentils and then tied it with a rubber band. glue nail tips on to each finger and cut them back. this is how i taught myself to sculpt. Its also great for practising nail art. ( although i got some strange looks in the salon when i was using it.
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    Paraffin wax mobile

    how long does your heater take to melt the wwax linzi, cos mines takes at least an hour and a half
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    How long should a full set take

    I have not long started doing a gel nail college course. I have done quite a few sets of nails but my average time just now is about 3 hours. I dont stop the whole way through, i go as fast as i can , but theres nothing i could cut back on to save time. How is it possible for people to do these...
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    gel removal

    Hi Debbie here, i discovered this site last week and have been pottering about it ever since. picked up some great tips, everyone seems so helpful and willing to share their knowledge. i usually find nail technicians reluctant to share anything with you (dont know why that is) Any way can...
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