Curing units, is there a universal one that cures all gels? Should you buy one for every brand, you own? The answer to those questions and more are coming up in today’s Episode #4 of our current Japanese Gel Fundamentals Series. Let’s begin. So this topic of curing units is slightly controversial. The experts say […]
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Today I’m showcasing items from my latest Japanese and Korean Gel Nail brands. Grab your favorite tea and enjoy! Before we start, I want to inform you of an exciting new program. I am creating a program for beginner nail techs or those needing maximum clarity in their business to succeed as independent nail techs.
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Alright, so you sat through nail school, chewed your nails up from the anxiety of taking the state board exam, passed your nail exam, and now you have your nail license on hand, wondering… How do I set up shop and start getting paid? What are the legalities of doing business as a nail tech?
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Structured Gel Manicure vs. Structured Gel Overlay | + Characteristics What is a gel overlay? How is it different from a regular gel manicure? When is it appropriate to provide a gel overlay instead of a gel mani? Does it cost more? These are all great questions that we will be answering today. What is
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Ok, enjoying a nice salon manicure nowadays may not be an option for many right now. If you cannot support your local nail tech (or nail gang), here is a quick and easy design for you to dazzle your digits. We’ll use Japanese gel, studs, crystals, and mica flakes. Click play and enjoy this easy
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I’ll be the first to say I don’t like giving or receiving a rushed beauty service. But, as a service provider, speed can be camouflaged when you work efficiently. And what does that exactly mean? Think about it like this. You go to get your hair done, and your stylist asks you a few questions
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Hey there! Do you want to know how to file and shape your natural nails like a pro? Well, believe it or not, there is a little “science” to it. I know sometimes you’re sitting there looking at your nails and thinking… Geez, where is my file? In fact, that is precisely what I want
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I would say that among the top three questions we get asked as gel nail specialists are, “What curing unit do you recommend?“. And I get it. There are numerous options, especially if you would do a simple online search or even jump on a site like Amazon. More often than not, you’ll probably make
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Ok, I was a little back and forth on this last episode. I thought… Should I culminate this Japanese Gel Nail Fundamental Series with the obvious next step of gel nails; removal? Or do something more exciting and like pricing. I have a hunch that you will be the most excited about pricing. Also, I have a
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A structured Gel Overlay is a reinforced application of gel on natural nails. Because the application is a bit thicker than just brushing on gel over the nails (like in a gel polish application), it allows your gel nails to last 3 to 6 weeks. It will help you grow your nails. Applying a structured
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