Before diving into any tips or techniques for nail design, there’s one thing you absolutely need to do: know your products. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a professional, understanding the materials you’re working with is the foundation for success. I’ve dedicated a lot of time to making this easier for you, both here on […]
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The invention of nail gel has been absolutely revolutionary. UV curing nail gel was invented back in 1988, yes over 30 years ago. High shine finishes, a natural look and feel, and instantly dry nails… Probably the top three characteristics that have us going… Yes, yes, yes! And back for more of that gel nail
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Today’s video os going to be a fun one! This nail haul is a bit overdue, and I wanted to get it done before Black Friday, but it’s okay—we’re still getting it done now. We have new products from Kokoist, Leafgel, MelodySusie, and Kupa, as well as a few items from Amazon. When you’re ready,
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Nail damage happens, and often! Fixing a very damaged nail properly requires knowing your options very well. Will it be better off patched with silk? Cut all the way down? What extension suits it better if it needs to be extended? Choosing the right enhancement is crucial to ensuring your repair lasts! In this video
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You can apply a beautiful gel nail overlay, but what will make it stand out is its crisp shape… And the right file has everything to do with it. Some files are flexible. Others are not. Some are as thin as paper, others have sponge material. All of those details serve a purpose to getting
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Today is a great one! This idea actually emerged from a class we had last night, which led us to a really interesting topic. I thought it would be a great opportunity to create a live session around it. So today, we are talking about how to charge for nail art, especially to maximize your
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SAVE THE DATE: Nail Thoughts Certification is happening Dec. 1-8! Get on the waitlist here to continue receiving updates on this next certification. If you’re an alumni of this course, your invite has been sent, check all of your inbox folders for your special invitation. Magnet gel is used to create velvet nails or glassy
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Today, we are going to talk about cuticle pushers. You might be wondering if that’s all we’re discussing, but they are actually quite important. In a world where we desire meticulous manicures—like structured overlays with pristine cuticle areas—it’s common to think that being overly aggressive will lead to cleaner applications and cuticle areas. You may
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If you’re calling your natural nail overlays builder gel nails all the time because that is what social media has taught you. Stop… at least until you watch this video. Now, before we get started, I want to let you know of a wonderful resource I created to help you identify any nail gel in
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