I was hosting a class recently and got into the nitty gritty of soft gel nail knowledge. I explained to my students the beauty and strength of structured soft gel products. But then it came to my mind hard gel has structure too. And so, why don’t we call hard gel enhancements structured hard gel […]
Is A Structured Overlay Hard Gel or Soft Gel? Read More »
One of our favorite posts is here, the latest haul of premium products I have ordered or received primarily from Japanese and Korean gel nail brands and my favorite items from my efile and implement sources. Let’s begin. Kokoist We will start with Kokoist. This is their second to last collection, called the Botanicals glass
Huge Nail Haul | Japanese & Korean Nail Brands (+ Efile Faves!) Read More »
Weolcome back to another episode! Glazed Nails! Wait! Let me say that right… Glazed Donut Nails! Ok, the look J-Lo wore three years ago has a new name y’all! Either way, edgy is my style or at least the style I often crave, so I thought today we’d jump in with a low-commitment “Donut Glazed”
How-To Glazed Donut Nails At The Cuticle Area Only (Low Commitment) Read More »
There is a key constant among some of the most successful entrepreneurs I know of, which is… Doing more with less. They find efficient tools or create systems in their businesses that allow them the higher output of whatever it is they do, thereby maximizing their profits. If you’re a nail tech or an aspiring
Top 5 Tools You Need To Run An Efficient Business As A Nail Tech Read More »
Today is perfect for you to join me if you are new here, as I’m sitting down with one of my most dedicated students. Her name is Carrie, and Carrie has a fascinating story about not only transitioning into the nail industry from a prestigious career as a lawyer -I know- but overcoming big challenges
Student Interview: New Nail Tech Booked Solid In Just 5 Months Read More »
Today we are talking about things that can hinder you from making six figures this year, and no, it’s not just the economy. In times of stress, beauty services are not just pampering but also a bit of “cheap therapy.” The state of the economy is outside of your control, so instead, let’s focus on
Factors That Will Keep Your Nail Biz From Making $100,000. Read More »
Today we’re going to be doing a magnetic design inspired by one of my favorites, maybe my favorite artist from Japan, her name is Hiyo, and I am so excited to do this because I’ve been trying to the magnetic gel on myself for a long time. Today I’m inspired to recreate this dainty and
How To Aesthetic Magnetic Ring Gel Nail Overlay On Natural Nails Read More »
Hey how are you! Can you believe this is our 25th consecutive video! Some December challenges end today, but not ours, we are carrying on until January 1st, which means 7 more videos! We want to celebrate this effort with you, and that is why I am hosting a free, LIVE, Q&A session this coming
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You’re seeing them all over Instagram, and it is trending even more than the seasonal tortoise nail design look… I know!! What is it… pop nails (AKA comic or cartoon nails). These nails are easy but super fun, and with just a few details, they give the impression of an animated look, to the tune
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I wish I could tell you that when selecting an application brush, there is a plethora of them. But when you break it down, there’s basically only flat or round. In today’s video, we’ll identify why you may choose one shape over the other. First, choose the option that feels more comfortable for you, whether
Square vs. Round Gel Nail Brushes | Does It Make A Difference? Read More »