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NAIL POLISH

May 3, 2023
By Sean McWard

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NAIL POLISH [neyl-pol-ish]

What it is: AKA lacquer, enamel. A bottle & brush formula of polymer resins, plastisizers, solvents & pigments that create a hard, flexible nail coating.
How to use it: Used to beautify or strengthen the nail.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or polish remover on a cotton pad, then gently press to the nail & slowly pull off the nail polish towards the free edge.

How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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LACQUER

May 3, 2023
By Sean McWard

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LACQUER [Lacker]

What it is: AKA enamel, nail polish. A bottle & brush formula of polymer resins, plastisizers, solvents & pigments that create a hard, flexible nail coating.
How to use it: Used to beautify or strengthen the nail.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or polish remover on a cotton pad, then gently press to the nail & slowly pull off the nail polish towards the free edge.

How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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GEL POLISH

May 3, 2023
By Sean McWard

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GEL POLISH [jel-pol-ish]

What it is: A chip-resistant brush-on pigmented oligomer in an opaque bottle or pot that cures when exposed to UV or LED light.
How to use it: Developed to create long-lasting, durable nail color. Use on clients that want a chip-resistant polish for 2-3 weeks of wear. Dries immediately once cured.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat with each layer being cured.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or product remover to a cotton pad, gently press to the nail & wrap with a foil. Soak according to manufacturer’s instructions.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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ENAMEL

January 2, 2023
By Sean McWard

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ENAMEL [ih-nam-uhl]

What it is: AKA lacquer, nail polish. A bottle & brush formula of polymer resins, plastisizers, solvents & pigments that create a hard, flexible nail coating.
How to use it: Used to beautify or strengthen the nail.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or polish remover on a cotton pad, then gently press to the nail & slowly pull off the nail polish towards the free edge.

How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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