The Science Behind the Heat Spike During Curing One of the most common questions clients ask in the summer is: “Why does the gel burn so much more than it did in winter?” Many people assume it’s because the lamp is working harder or because the product has changed. In reality, neither is usually true. The answer lies in polymer chemistry and body temperature. What Actually Causes the Heat? When builder gel, rubber base or gel polish cures under a UV/LED lamp, the material goes through a...

This is one of the most common questions clients ask: “Should I remove my gel or hard gel and let my nails breathe for a while?” The simple answer is: healthy nails do not need a break from gel just to “breathe.” The visible nail plate is made of hardened keratin cells. It does not breathe the way skin does and does not receive oxygen from the air. The growing part of the nail is located underneath the skin, and it receives nutrients and oxygen through the bloodstream. So, taking a break from...

Every season brings new nail trends. One month everyone chooses deep red, the next month soft pink, chrome, brown, blue, or another popular shade takes over social media. It is easy to fall in love with a color you see online. However, a fashionable shade does not always look the same on every person. The final result depends on much more than the color itself. Skin Tone Matters The same nail color can look completely different on two clients. A shade that looks soft and elegant on one skin...