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15
Sep
Why the Pinch?
Why the Pinch?
Sculptured nails and even nail tip with overlays need an extra step while curing to create the perfect c-curve and a more elongated look. Let Alisha Rimando explain the reasons behind ``pinching`` the nail and what exactly it does to the nail.
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18
Aug
Scoring Files
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Scoring Files
Have you ever cut a client while filing with a new hand file? Alisha Rimando shows you an easy remedy to dull edges before use that will soften the hard, sharp edges that are created when coming off the production line.
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07
May
ALMOND NAILS
07
May
ACRYLIC NAILS
ACRYLIC NAILS [ uh-kril-ik neyl]
What it is: A term sometimes used to describe a liquid and powder nail enhancement, but is actually the name of a large family of chemicals used to create various plastics. All artificial nails are based on acrylic ingredients and chemistry.
How to use it: This is an outdated slang term used to generalize nail extensions. Professionals should identify each nail enhancement by its specific name or system.
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11
Nov
No Bubbles in the Pink
No Bubbles in the Pink
When you create French overlays with liquid and powder do you get bubbles in the pink right along the smile line? Learn tips to get the bubbles out during application so you can have perfectly clear acrylic nails every time. Learn this and other competition nail secrets and salon tips from world champion nail technician Emese Koppanyi.
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16
Sep
Emese Koppanyi
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EMESE KOPPÁNYi
Emese Kopánnyi, world champion artist, fierce competitor, salon owner & product developer, takes us through her journey from nail tech to creating her own product line. Learn the story of how this Hungarian girl travelled the globe in search of education & followed her nail dream to Hollywood, California. Listen to her advice on how to improve your competition nails & what it takes to become a world champion nail artist.
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17
Aug
UREA
UREA [yoo-REE-uh]
What it is: An organic compound that has a superhydrating effect on skin cells. This emollient improves the appearance of dry, rough skin by hydrating and smoothing the epidermis while also sloughing away dead skin cells.
How to use it: Synthetically formulated and used in skincare products for its moisturizing and natural, gentle exfoliating properties. Urea is found in footcare products as it’s an anti-itch ingredient, so offers relief while, soothing and hydrating the skin.
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16
Aug
CHEMICAL REACTION
CHEMICAL REACTION [keh-muh-kl, ree-ak-shn]
What it is: When two or more molecules interact to create a new and different molecule. Therefore a chemical change that occurs when two or more substances combine to form a new substance. An example would be when two molecules of hydrogen (H2) combine with one molecule of oxygen (O2), they form two molecules of water (H20).
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09
Jun
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE [poh-TAS-ee-um hy-DRAHK-syd]
What it is: A chemical compound used in various concentrations that helps to stabilize the pH of skincare, haircare, nail products, soaps and detergents.
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09
Jun
PH VALUE
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09
Jun
ORGANIC
ORGANIC [or-gan-ik]
What it is: Carbon-containing substances. All living things are organic.
How to use it: Organic farming of ingredients used in the beauty industry means the resulting produce contains no toxins, GMOs, chemicals, artificial additives or preservatives.
How to spot it: Check the label of hand & nail products, such as certification from the UK’s Soil Association, COSMOS for European certification devised by five organisations BDIH (Germany), Cosmebio (France), Ecocert (France), ICEA (Italy) and the Soil Association (Great Britain).
