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A chemical burn?
Autoclave use
Can I get a headache from working with nail products?
Can I sanitize and disinfect toe separators?
Can I use my oven to sterilise my tools?
Can I use superglue instead of resin for fiberglass nail extensions or does that not work the same?
Can I work on diabetic clients?
Can you explain the downside risks of filing the side walls of the nail plate?
Can you mix Hema and Hema-Free products?
Can you sanitize metal tools in isopropyl alcohol?
Disinfectant solutions and ultrasonic devices
Do I need qualifications to do nails?
Do UV sanitation devices work?
Does cuticle oil truly break down traditional nail glue?
Does the direction of nail filing matter?
Enhancements on Nail Biters?
Fluff vs synthetic brush for dusting
Hand sanitizer or hand washing?
I am not clear about how to work on nails with Pterygium.
Is an E-File safe to use?
Is Covid or hand sanitising affecting nail services?
Is Curing Gel Under Opaque Nails a Nail Hazard?
Is hand washing causing nail product lifting?
Is sanitizing good enough?
Is the material of the latex gloves such that it causes hand sensitivity?
My client has chipping/loss of enhancement and I’ve never had this before?
Nail salon face masks
Pregnant and considering nail tech school. Any extra concerns besides ventilation and hygiene, or should I postpone for now?
Should a mask be worn throughout the whole service?
Should I disinfect all nail brushes?
Should I use a ‘protein bonder’ to prevent lifting?
Should you pour the end of an old bottle into the new?
Some nail products claim to help the nail plate grow stronger. Is this a valid claim?
Some of my clients are getting heat spikes when curing the base and top coat.
UV light cabinets for nails files?
Wearing sunscreen, can this lead to service breakdown?
What are the legal requirements for the treatment of minors?
What happens when acetone Is mixed with oils?
What is a Brazilian style manicure?
What is a combi manicure?
What is a Russian manicure?
What is the difference between cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation?
What is the difference between HEMA and di-HEMA?
When do nail polishes expire?
Where can I find safe ingredient levels for gel and builder gel?
Why shouldn’t pumice stones be reused in pedicures?
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