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As a newbie who attended school in the USA and just graduated last May, I think that sometimes we can ask questions that might sound like common sense to someone who has been in the business for a while, but you have to take into account that everyone learns different. Especially, here in the...

I've used other top coats, but nothing comes close! Just wish it wasn't so expensive, but I guess it's worth the money :-)

The reason I don't buy from Sweet Squared is because it cost me double the price than what I get from my distributor in the states. Since we're Americans stationed here, everything cost us almost double due to the currency exchange. :irked: Thanks for the recommendations!

I usually purchase all my nail products online from my US supply store since I do have a stateside address. But I need to purchase some nail files and nail dryer spray now (it usually takes 2 weeks for me to get my items from the US). Can anyone tell me where there is a good beauty supply...

Megan, that is the best thing you can do. When I went through the course (it was part of my schooling), it scared me so much. I was sooooo slow and my instructor kept telling me to speed it up. But with practice, I got comfortable and now I use it on all my clients except one (who prefers the...

Megan, Let me 1st say that this is ONLY a recommendation if you plan on purchasing the drill for practice and not on your clients (there, the disclaimer has been made...:lol:) There is a seller on eBay (US) that sells the KUPA Mani-Pro for $5.99 (shipping is $63, so your total is $68.99)...

This is so true, geeg. We are the professionals, so we must act in that manner to ensure we do not lower our standards and begin to act like these "intolerable" clients. Customer service has to be a priority in our industry.

I had a manicure client come to me about 2 months ago with rings of fire. I asked her if she had removed her acrylic set before coming to me, she answered "no" that she has never worn acrylic nails. I must have had a really confused look on my face :eek: because she asked "why do you ask me...

GREAT!!! Now I'll be known as the newbie who spouted off at the legendary Geeg (wow, I really know who to make an appearance, right..:eek:) And yes, this does explain the response... it just could have been stated a little less harsh. I'm so passionate about nails and take lots of pride...

Thank you, Bev Rose, for your advice above. I no longer have lifting issues with the product. When I first starting using CND Retention+, I did have lifting issues, but it was with my technique which has been corrected after some additional training. Again, I was only stating my opinion and...

First of all, geeg, I wasn't blaming the product for my issues. I was simply stating that there is a method to applying CND Retention+ (this info came straight from a CND Educator and if you've ever attented one of their courses or taught one, you would know what I'm talking about). I feel...

Someone on here had a great qoute in their signature block: "Its not the tools that hurt people, it's the poeple that use the tools". This is so true when it comes to efiles. Lucky for me, my school brought in an instructor for 2 days to teach us the proper way to use a drill. I also watch...

I do use an efile, but only for removing build up and shaping. I use a regular file for prep. I have heard of a bit used for prep called a sciver bit and everyone I know that uses just raves about it. So, I might go totally efile. I will use a hand file if a client ask me to and for now I...

When you do these types of exceptions for one customer, then you're opening that door to other customers. Trust me, the word will spread that you're prices are "negotiable", even though that can be far from the truth! As one nail tech once told me "Your price list is reflective of what you...

Becki, I use CND Retention+, but am looking at switching to YN. I've had some lifting issues with CND and after reading more into the product, found out that there is a application method (place & press) to applying the acrylic to decrease lifting. Also, CND is mixture ratio sensitive, where...

I do my own nails, but would love for someone to pamper me. I'm located in Beck Row near Mildenhall/Lakenheath. If anyone is interested in swapping services, shoot me an email :)...

I've been doing nails for 4 months now and it takes me 1.5hr to do a set of acrylic nails with a white tip and 2hr using a regular tip. I've never had a client complain, but all my clients know that I am a newbie. I'm a also a perfectionist and they know that I would never let them walk out of...