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Ingrown Fingernails

Although ingrown nails are commonly associated with your toenails, they can also affect your fingernails as well if certain steps are not taken to keep them from happening. When left alone, ingrown fingernails can also lead to a painful infection that may require medical intervention depending on the severity and can make everyday activities such […]

A Complete Guide to Polygel

You’ve heard of gel nails, you’ve heard of acrylic nails, now get ready for the ultimate fusion of the two: Polygel. It combines the best of both worlds: it stays put and doesn’t level like gel, and it won’t harden unless it is put under a LED or UV light. So, why choose Polygel over […]

Why is Biting Your Nails Bad For You?

As a child, you’ve been told over and over to keep your fingernails out of your mouth because it’s a dirty habit and it’s bad for you. But besides giving yourself jagged fingernails, are there actual health concerns linked with nail-biting? The answer? Yes. Your hands are one of the most used parts of your […]

Nail Hardener vs. Nail Hydrator

Unless you’ve been blessed with some powerful genetics, brittle nails are bound to happen to you, especially if you have the habit of picking or chewing on them. Now, there are two different kinds of products on the market that can help with this: nail hydrators and nail hardeners. Which one is the best for […]

Acrylic Nails vs. Gel Extensions

Long gone are the days when you pop into the nail salon and only choose a colour for your new look. Now, you can choose different shapes, nail art designs, and even go the route of having fake nails. Most nails cannot stand the pressure of being so long and will chip, crack, or completely […]

Different Shapes of Nails

Your natural nails are a thing of the past, as are with the shape of them. With so many customizaeable options to choose from, it can be a little overwhelming when the nail technician asks: “so, what shape are we going with this time?” Luckily, we’ve put together this handy guide to help you make […]

How to Remove Acrylic Nails at Home

Acrylic nails are beautiful and will make you stand out in a crowd, much more than just painting your nails at home. With the many shapes and lengths that you can customize to your liking and preference, they’re a must-have when getting ready for an event. However, though acrylics are beautiful, they’re a little tricky […]

Cuticle Oil: Benefits and Uses

Before any good manicure, it’s important to first treat the nail and surrounding area for a clean application, result, and of course, to make you feel pampered and pretty once you leave the salon. Cuticle oil can now be found in most drugstore and beauty stores, so even if you do a polish application at […]

Which Nail Should be The Accent Nail?

Accent nails are a perfect way to spruce up your at-home manicure without having to worry about paying a hefty price tag for some complicated nail art. If you’re an aspiring nail technician, accent nails are a perfect place to start, especially since they can be so versatile! Maybe you want a bit of shimmer, […]

How to Stop Biting Your Nails

Nail biting is usually described as being just a bad habit, but sometimes it can be a side effect of stress, anxiety, or something that we do subconsciously while doing things like watching TV or reading a book. However, nail biting is not healthy and can cause more than just cosmetic issues with your nails. […]