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What Is HEMA-Free Gel Polish and Is It Really Safer for Your Nails?
This guide explains what HEMA-free gel polish is and answers other FAQs about it, helping you decide whether switching to HEMA-free is the right choice. Read more...
5 Of the Best HEMA-Free Gel Polish Brands for a Safer Salon
5 Of the Best HEMA-Free Gel Polish Brands for a Safer Salon
Shop the best HEMA- & TPO-free gel polish brands on the market for a safer salon, from our comprehensive list. Plus, get discounts on non-TPO-free gel polish! Read more...
Fall in Love with 2025's Trending Autumn Nail Designs & Colours
Fall in Love with 2025's Trending Autumn Nail Designs & Colours
The UK nail industry is about to go through a pretty big change, with the upcoming ban on TPO (Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide) in cosmetic products.If you work with gel systems,... Read more...
How to do a professional pedicure at a salon: Step-by-step​ guide. A woman giving a professional pedicure in a nail salon.
How to do a professional pedicure at a salon: Step-by-step guide
Learn how to do a professional pedicure in an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide. Then, gather the products and tools for a professional salon pedicure. Read more...
Summer 2025 Nail Colour Trends
Summer 2025 Nail Colour Trends
When you hear about the long-lasting beauty of gel manicures, you might also hear whispers of a less glamorous side: the risk of developing an allergy. A key ingredient linked... Read more...
Your Guide to Full-Cover Nail Tips
Your Guide to Full-Cover Nail Tips
If you’re ready to leave winter behind, fresh nails are the best way to get in the spring mindset! A set of cute spring nails will get you feeling ready... Read more...
The Best Spring Nail Trends to Brighten Your Look This Season
The Best Spring Nail Trends to Brighten Your Look This Season
You may think working in a nail salon is all glitz and glamour, but there is plenty for nail technicians to consider beyond their next appointment. Salons pose several health... Read more...
Nail Salon Safety and Hygiene Guide
Nail Salon Safety and Hygiene Guide
Nail buffing is a common practice in nail salons but an often overlooked step when caring for nails at home. While it can be tempting to jump right into the... Read more...
How to Buff Nails Correctly
How to Buff Nails Correctly
Anyone who has sought a longer-lasting manicure than regular polish will have encountered the gel vs. acrylic nail dilemma. Both types make great manicures, perfect for adorning your nails with... Read more...
Gel vs Acrylic: Which is Better?
Gel vs Acrylic: Which is Better?
Being a nail technician means making sure you have enough supplies by keeping track of how much you have. Supplies for nail technicians can be different depending on how much... Read more...
How to Remove Gel Nail Polish
How to Remove Gel Nail Polish
Whether you are a certified beauty expert or a more casual cosmetics user, you are probably familiar with the iconic three letters of OPI. This established brand is synonymous with... Read more...
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Inside the Colourful World of OPI: A Revolutionary Nail Brand
Mastering the art of curing gel polish may seem challenging, but it can be a manageable task with the right technique and patience. Before delving into the curing process, it's... Read more...