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Myths and Fables Concerning Nails 4
White spots sometimes referred to as milk spots proper name, Leukonychia -- have for centuries been linked with calcium deficiency; maybe because one most often sees them in young people or maybe because of the name milk spots. Whatever the connection is, calcium deficiency is not the cause of Leukonychia as we see it today in modern Great Britain. What they are, are clusters of immature nail cells that have not fully keritinized (hardened). Once a young adults system settles down, the problem will disappear. A white spot can also occur with trauma or continual knocking of the nail.
There is nothing you can add to a normal healthy diet that will improve on what Mother Nature and heredity has given you in the way of nails. The fact is that when ladies start the jelly cube routine, they also start to concentrate on looking after their nails more conscientiously so it seems as if there is improvement from eating the jelly cubes when in fact it is the improved care and attention they are giving to their nails that is making the difference.
As much as we would like the use of MMA to be banned in the UK, the fact is that it is perfectly legal to use MMA (Methyl Methacrylate Monomer) in the United Kingdom. Educating your clients about the deleterious affect this substance will have on their nails (see below) is the most effective way to stop technicians from using it.
When one hears about clients who have MMA on their nails going for 5 weeks between maintenance appointments and nary a sign of lifting, it is no wonder that it has become a myth that MMA stick brilliantly to the nail plate. The fact is however, that MMA has the least attraction to the nail plate of any Liquid/powder product. What makes MMA stick to the nail plate so well, is the removal of the surface of the nail plate with an electric drill or harsh abrasive prior to application. This harsh removal forms a rough dry surface for the product to key into for strong adhesion. Unfortunately this process also thins and greatly damages the nail plate in the process.
We can only assume where this myth came from!
Once again it needs to be stated that there is no one nail system that is safer or gentler to the nail plate than another. The skill of the technician is what determines the safety of any product. Harsh treatment during preparation, excessive use of rough abrasives or nippers and incorrect removal procedures are the 3 key areas where damage will be caused by a technician who is uncaring and unskilled.
Disposal of salon waste products must be undertaken responsibly and with thought for the environment and the safety of others. Never dispose of chemical liquids used in the salon where they can enter the water system that we use everyday. Any old or unused material can be absorbed by pouring onto discarded paper tissues, bagged up and disposed of in a metal bin.
If one is having to double or triple prime because of lifting problems, then the likely cause of the lifting is a thin, damaged and weakened nail plate. The stronger the nail plate, the stronger the bond will be between the product and the plate. A thin damaged plate will simple not hold on to a product without lifting. Better to stop the cause of the thinning of the plate now, or double and triple priming will cause other more painful problems for the client later.
Only in the case where sever thinning or damage has been caused to the nail plate, would there be a case for nails to have a resting period? The key is to not cause any damage in the first place, and nails will never need a rest. Keratin (the main component of the nail plate) is non-living material. This non-living material will happily support the wearing of nail enhancements for as long as it is kept in tact and treated with care.
Correction!!! Creative nail Design will only sell Liquid Monomer and Powder to those who have trained with them there are no other restrictions to any trained nail technician who holds a valid certificate.
- White spots on nails are caused by not drinking enough milk.
White spots sometimes referred to as milk spots proper name, Leukonychia -- have for centuries been linked with calcium deficiency; maybe because one most often sees them in young people or maybe because of the name milk spots. Whatever the connection is, calcium deficiency is not the cause of Leukonychia as we see it today in modern Great Britain. What they are, are clusters of immature nail cells that have not fully keritinized (hardened). Once a young adults system settles down, the problem will disappear. A white spot can also occur with trauma or continual knocking of the nail.
- Green Nail is a fungus!
- Jelly cubes help your nails grow long and strong.
There is nothing you can add to a normal healthy diet that will improve on what Mother Nature and heredity has given you in the way of nails. The fact is that when ladies start the jelly cube routine, they also start to concentrate on looking after their nails more conscientiously so it seems as if there is improvement from eating the jelly cubes when in fact it is the improved care and attention they are giving to their nails that is making the difference.
- The use of MMA is illegal.
As much as we would like the use of MMA to be banned in the UK, the fact is that it is perfectly legal to use MMA (Methyl Methacrylate Monomer) in the United Kingdom. Educating your clients about the deleterious affect this substance will have on their nails (see below) is the most effective way to stop technicians from using it.
- MMA sticks brilliantly to the nail plate and never lifts
When one hears about clients who have MMA on their nails going for 5 weeks between maintenance appointments and nary a sign of lifting, it is no wonder that it has become a myth that MMA stick brilliantly to the nail plate. The fact is however, that MMA has the least attraction to the nail plate of any Liquid/powder product. What makes MMA stick to the nail plate so well, is the removal of the surface of the nail plate with an electric drill or harsh abrasive prior to application. This harsh removal forms a rough dry surface for the product to key into for strong adhesion. Unfortunately this process also thins and greatly damages the nail plate in the process.
- Gel systems cause the least damage to the nail plate.
We can only assume where this myth came from!
Once again it needs to be stated that there is no one nail system that is safer or gentler to the nail plate than another. The skill of the technician is what determines the safety of any product. Harsh treatment during preparation, excessive use of rough abrasives or nippers and incorrect removal procedures are the 3 key areas where damage will be caused by a technician who is uncaring and unskilled.
- It is OK to dispose of excess product remover and old monomer liquid by pouring it down the sink or lavatory.
Disposal of salon waste products must be undertaken responsibly and with thought for the environment and the safety of others. Never dispose of chemical liquids used in the salon where they can enter the water system that we use everyday. Any old or unused material can be absorbed by pouring onto discarded paper tissues, bagged up and disposed of in a metal bin.
- 2 or 3 coats of primer work better than 1.
If one is having to double or triple prime because of lifting problems, then the likely cause of the lifting is a thin, damaged and weakened nail plate. The stronger the nail plate, the stronger the bond will be between the product and the plate. A thin damaged plate will simple not hold on to a product without lifting. Better to stop the cause of the thinning of the plate now, or double and triple priming will cause other more painful problems for the client later.
- Nails need a rest from enhancements every now and again.
Only in the case where sever thinning or damage has been caused to the nail plate, would there be a case for nails to have a resting period? The key is to not cause any damage in the first place, and nails will never need a rest. Keratin (the main component of the nail plate) is non-living material. This non-living material will happily support the wearing of nail enhancements for as long as it is kept in tact and treated with care.
- Creative Nail Design will only sell to those who have trained with them.
Correction!!! Creative nail Design will only sell Liquid Monomer and Powder to those who have trained with them there are no other restrictions to any trained nail technician who holds a valid certificate.
