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  1. Sparklepink

    IBD Just Gel polish swatches

    These aren't quite "swatches" but all made with ibd jgp and the ibd gel art kit which is fabulous for gel polish nail art!! Jess xx EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  2. Sparklepink

    IBD Just Gel polish swatches

    From the look of these that's the powerbond that's left behind like the post after this one you use a gentle buffer (ibd diamond) to remove it xx EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  3. Sparklepink

    IBD Just Gel polish swatches

    Oops sorry quite late in my reply! I normally do my mixes in drops then either x 4 or 5 for a full set or 2 xx Ibd do a hard led builder gel but it's a hard gel not soak off xx EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  4. Sparklepink

    IBD Just Gel and Progel

    You can use ibd jgp sandwiched in between any base and top I've not used pro gel personally but know that super nail and ibd are sister brands. And both pure gels rather than hybrids. Key with application is thin capped layers and powerbond is a godsend!! With regards to removal of both ibd...
  5. Sparklepink

    High definition monomer

    A little late to this post but I use q monomer with my hd powders x
  6. Sparklepink

    Orly Gel FX shade shifter over Shellac?

    I've used orly shade shifter with my other brands of gel polish with no problems. If your struggling with orly gel fx removal, with the nail tip primer use it very very sparing along the free edge when doing your applications.... It's amazing primer and does work v well at helping the...
  7. Sparklepink

    IBD Just Gel polish swatches

    I've never had a problem with pretty in pewter, you may need a few more coats but jgp needs to be applied v thin for better wear etc. I reckon 2-4 coats is the norm for that colour xx EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  8. Sparklepink

    IBD Just Gel polish swatches

    Not been on nail geek in ages!! So thought it was worth a visit! I'm defo v bias on ibd as I'm an elite educator for them but my love is as a working tech not just because I teach others how to use it!! Ibd just gel polish for those who are not aware is 100% gel polish and was one if the first...
  9. Sparklepink

    Practicing acrylic 3d nail art

    Arabella nail forms from be creative are ace! It's what I use to practice on x♥️x EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  10. Sparklepink

    Coloured acrylic powder

    Lol I've always been about... Just not geeked in a long long time!! Jess xxx EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  11. Sparklepink

    Coloured acrylic powder

    EzFlow all the way, the first company to introduce glitter and coloured acrylic and offer classes in design.... X♥️X EzFlow Master Artist Educator Ibd Elite educator Be creative artisan
  12. Sparklepink

    IBD top coat

    Have you taken your bottle back to the wholesaler? Are you meaning jgp topcoat or regular polish topcoat?? Re jgp...other than there being new bottle lids the product hasn't changed??... Jess xx EzFlow Master Artist Educator
  13. Sparklepink

    Silk & fibreglass

    EzFlow do both silk and fibreglass call Graftons customer service for more info 01827 280 080 xxx EzFlow Master Artist Educator
  14. Sparklepink

    Customers buying nail kits for Xmas gifts!

    Lets be honest, the consumer can purchase most things nowadays on the net etc. We can't stop it but offer a solution and advise our clients by educating them. I always use the example about regular polish... Painting your own nails isnt like a professional and getting a manicure.... The same...
  15. Sparklepink

    Acrylic L&P glitters and colours

    With regards to your EzFlow powders if your not using q monomer anymore you can still use our powders with any traditional monomer, so if your using cnd retention for instance then you would use your cnd prep products. Personally I can never be faffed with mixing my powders up too much, as...
  16. Sparklepink

    Fungal nail infection

    i would always recommend drs treatment... we are only nail techs not fully qualified drs ....now having a fungal infection would always contra indicate any nail treatment... so unless she goes back to her dr then you should not be treating her.... I know that clients will always say that they...
  17. Sparklepink

    Are salons allowed to pay below minimum wage!

    I'm not a hair geek but id definitely say that is a big no no! I know there are different minimum wages levels due to age etc. and if you are taken on as an apprentice https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
  18. Sparklepink

    Nails | Will There Always Be A Place For Polish?

    i think ill always love polish.... and even tho gel polishes are taking over for some in salons... polish can be changed instantly and is cheap to retail and of course available on the high street for most pockets... plus it can go hand in hand (excuse the pun!) with many nail treatments in...
  19. Sparklepink

    Acrylic

    There are lots and lots of different brands out there and I'm sure everyone has their own favourites for their own reasons. I've been using EzFlow for over 11 years now and I'm now totally bias! It has over the years given me real ease of use and also been part of my competition winning as well...
  20. Sparklepink

    Ezflow gel vs Calgel

    EzFlow do 3 types of Gel: Gel it! which is a hard buff off Gel, its a builder gel and it can be sculptured with and is very durable Gel it Alternatives is a soak off gel, it comes in loads of colours as well as a clear and a clear builder gel. so it can be used for design on tips or sculpts...
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