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NAIL ANATOMY – Different Parts of Fingernail
Nail Anatomy Authors: Doug Schoon and Ana Seidel Nail Anatomy - The Different Parts of the Fingernail Do you know where your cuticle is? Or your hyponychium? Most people don't. Not only is the general public confused about the names for the parts of the natural nail,...
Quick Tips: What are black spots on nails?
Black Spots on Nails?Have you ever had black spots or streaks show up in your nails? If so, it was probably hard to not freak out...What Causes Black Spots on Nails?Black Spots In Nails ASK ANA: Black Spots In Nails Hi, Ana! So you’ve talked about white spots on...
Quick Tips: Are Clear Nails Bad?
Are Clear Nails Bad?Sometimes we get worried when our nails look different. Ana explains why clear nails from water is damaging while clear nails from oil absorption is strengthening.Are Clear Nail Tips Bad? It depends... If your tips are clear because your hands are...
Quick Tips: Why are my nails suddenly breaking, brittle, peeling?
Why are my nails suddenly breaking, brittle, peeling?There are 4 general areas that contribute to what feels like sudden changes in yoru nails... and it most likely started 4 months ago. Here are some things to pay attention to that may help you figure out what’s...
Should You Remove Cuticles?
Did you know you physically can’t cut your cuticles? Do you know if you even have any cuticle tissue? If you don’t wear nail enhancements, you NEVER need to remove the cuticle. Click to read more. . .
3 Reasons Why Short Nails Peel More
Ana covers the top 3 reasons why short nails peel faster than longer nails. Understanding these 3 principles and how to minimize the dangers will help you grow long, strong beautiful nails.
Why the Covid Pandemic is Destroying Our Nails
Ana helps you understand why the chronic stress of living through the pandemic is causing weak, peeling, and brittle fingernails and how to fix them.
The Dangers of the Russian Manicure
The Dangers of the Russian Manicure by Ana Seidel, Vitaly Solomonoff & Doug Schoon Have you ever heard the expression, “The world is getting smaller?” It’s true. But… The internet has become a double-edged sword. We learn really amazing things from people we...
Broken Nail Repair – What To Do When It’s Bad
BROKEN NAIL REPAIR Broken Nail Repair Solution Life happens. Fingers slip. Nails get caught on things and break. Many times we look down and it's just a chip or a minor tear. Meh, that's ok. Our heart is saddened for a bit. But what do we do when the break is bad?...
How To Stop Biting Nails – Angela’s Results
HOW TO STOP BITING NAILS Learning how to stop biting nails is a simple concept, but it can be a daily challenge. There is so much shame around nail biting. I'm going to take a guess that if you are reading this article, you or a friend struggle with this uncomfortable...
Best Ridge Filler – The Basecoat Challenge
09.05.2020 Update: Since writing this article, I have discovered that there appears to be two different versions of the Wet N Wild basecoat. One stains the nail plate and one doesn't. I share more details farther down the article. ~Ana TL:DR Article Summary Ana tested...
ASK ANA – Color Changing Nail Polish
COLOR CHANGING NAIL POLISH Color Changing Nail Polish We all love color changing nail polish, but have you ever experienced your normal nail polish changing color over several days? In this article, I'll answer Why a polish can change colors. Why acetone is your...
Washing Hands Before Polish
In this article, you’ll learn How long to wait to do a manicure after washing your hands. How to clean the nail plate before applying polish. ASK ANA Hello, I was just wondering, I know that you say don't apply nail polish about an hour after having your nails in...
Healthy Nails – The Effect of Stress
HEALTHY NAILS Some are born with naturally beautiful nails and hands that just seem to stay picture perfect. For many others (myself included) growing and maintaining healthy nails can be a challenge at times. Did you know that there are two kinds of stress that can...
Nail Biting – Using Science To Quit
NAIL BITING Nail Biting - Can Science Help Us Quit? “Do you have any habits like nail/pen/pencil/cheek/lip biting, resting your head on your hand, or habitual gum chewing?” Researching and writing this nail biting article made my eyes go a little cross-eyed. Let me...
The Russian Manicure – Is It Dangerous?
RUSSIAN MANICURE Excerpt from Face-to-Face with Doug Schoon, Volume II Available on Amazon and iTunes- July 2017 In this article, I'll explain what a Russian Manicure is and why you never want one if your nail professional doesn't have the correct training and...
ASK DOUG: Peeling Nails – Is Polish Causing It?
PEELING NAILS by Doug Schoon Peeling Nails Trying to figure out why your nails are peeling, and how to stop it, can be very frustrating. In this article, you will learn... How peeling off polish can damage the nail plate The proper way to remove nail enhancements...
Ask Ana LIVE! Answers to Your Nail Care Questions 5/4/2017
Join Ana for her (second) first Instagram Live experience as she answers your pressing questions about nail care, nail art tips, cuticle health, and all the Bliss Kiss products! Breakdown by topic: HOW DID @SIMPLYNAILOGICAL DISCOVER YOUR PRODUCTS? (1:25) DO YOU SHIP...
Nail Polish Remover Tips
NAIL POLISH REMOVER Are you frustrated with tedious polish removal? Especially gel polish removal? Are you tired of staining your nails yellow? In this article, you'll learn: Why scrubbing is the worst way to remove polish How warm acetone works faster How the Soak...
Dry Skin – Intensive Hydration Treatment
Dry Skin In today's article, I'm covering a new method to quickly help combat dry skin and nails. As many of my loyal readers know, I like to test new things on myself before writing articles for you. One of my best friends with really dry skin started doing an...
ASK ANA – Strengthen Nails By Tapping?
STRENGTHEN NAILS ASK ANA - Strengthen Nails By Tapping? Have you ever wondered if tapping your nails on a hard surface makes them stronger? Today we’re going to cover: Does tapping fit into the scientifically proven methods to grow nails faster? What part of your...
ASK ANA – Nail Files With Polish?
NAIL FILES Nail Files With Polish Hi Ana, I'm hoping you could give your input about a post from a well known Facebook page. I don't quite feel comfortable with the statement and it's actually put some doubt in my mind as to filing my nails. I'll be honest, I do file...
How To Stop Biting Skin
How To Stop Biting Skin -ASK ANA *** Ask Ana: How to Stop Biting Skin UPDATE: Since writing this article, I have replaced the 3 Day Get Naked Challenge to a quicker Intensive Hydration Treatment that can be done in 2 to 12 hours. Hi Ana! I have been reading about your...
ASK ANA: Black Spots In Nails
Black Spots In Nails Have you ever had black spots or streaks show up in your nails? If so, it was probably hard to not freak out. In this article you'll learn: What are the black spots? What causes them? Are they reversible? Are you going to die? (Just kidding....
ASK ANA: How to Keep Healthy Nails
Keeping Healthy Nails Keeping Healthy Nails ASK ANA Hi Ana...my friend bought the Bliss Kiss™ Simply Pure™ hydrating oil starter kit and give me the pen ...It is really good... But do I have to use the oil for the rest of my life to keep my nails in good shape?"...
ASK ANA: Long Nails – Will I Ever Have Them?
Long Nails Long Nails: Will I Ever Have Them? Today's article actually addresses two important ASK ANA questions that are intertwined ... ASK ANA "I saw the pic of your long nails you put up on Facebook. How do keep them so long and beautiful without breaking? I'm...
ASK DOUG: Carcinogens in Nail Polish
Carcinogens in Nail Polish by Doug Schoon Carcinogens in Nail Polish ASK DOUG Hi Doug, I keep hearing that the chemicals in polish, gel and acrylic nail products are carcinogenic. Is this true? I'm afraid of getting cancer? ~Chris ANSWER Do the words acetaldehyde and...
Stress Fractures In Nails
Stress Fractures in Nails Stress Fractures In Nails Have you ever been making the bed and bent a nail? I have. Way too many times. Simply put, a stress fracture in nails is when you accidentally bend the nail but it doesn't break. Instead, you're left with a bunch of...
ASK ANA: Peel Off Base Coat – Is It Damaging?
Peel Off Base Coat ASK ANA: Peel Off Base Coat Hello! I've been reading a lot of your articles and I'm so impressed with them. I have learned so much. Being new to the nail world and after researching your website, I can't help but wonder one thing. My favorite...
ASK ANA – Mani & Bath Bombs – Good or Bad?
BATH BOMBS ASK ANA: Bath Bombs Hi Ana, mani-bombs seem all the rage. But I'm confused. You teach that water is damaging to nails. So are they ok, or should we stay away from them? Are bath bombs ok? ~Anne ANSWER To put it simply, mani bath bombs make me cringe. I was...
ASK DOUG: Thicker Nails – Can I Make My Nails Thicker?
Thicker Nails: Can I Make My Nails Thicker? by Doug Schoon and Ana Seidel ASK DOUG: Thicker Nails This article is a little different, since I'm the one asking Doug the question. I've been privileged to become friends with Doug and I ask him a lot of questions so I can...
ASK DOUG: Nail Growth – How Do Fingernails Grow?
Nail Growth: by Doug Schoon Nail Growth: How Do Fingernails Grow? ASK DOUG Hi Doug, Is it possible to make my nails thicker or grow a different shape? Thanks for your help! ~Vicki ANSWER The finger nail plate is generally composed of about 50 layers of nail plate...
Clear Fingernails & Health Issues
CLEAR FINGERNAILS Often times people think that clear fingernails is a sign that something is wrong. While your fingernails are a reflection of your overall health, there are external factors that can make you have clear fingernails. By the end of this article, you...
ASK ANA: Nail Clippers – Are They Safe?
NAIL CLIPPERS Have you heard that using nail clippers will damage your nails? In this article, you'll learn: If it's safe to use nail clippers The best choice for you to shorten and shape your nails ASK ANA: Is it safe to use nail clippers to cut your nails? ~Bethany...
RIDGES IN NAILS —To Buff or Not To Buff?
Ridges in Nails—ASK ANA ASK ANA Hi Ana, I am starting to get deeper ridges on my nails and I don’t like the way it looks. Is it ok to buff them down so my nails are smooth? Some people say yes, some say don’t do it. I don’t know who to believe. ~Jessica ANSWER I’ve...
ASK ANA – Black Spots In Nails
Black Spots In Nails ASK ANA: Black Spots In Nails Hi, Ana! So you've talked about white spots on nails. What about black spots that look like "specks"? I've got them on a lot of my nails, and I have no idea what caused them. Thank you! ~Jenny ANSWER This is such a...
ASK ANA: Nail File – Should I File In One Direction?
NAIL FILE So many people have heard that you should file your nails only in one direction will prevent peeling and breaking. In this article, you'll learn: The latest science demonstrating the best technique. The best file to use on your fingernails. ASK ANA: Hi Ana!...
ASK ANA: Why Is There So Much Bad Nail Care Advice?
Bad Nail Care Advice Although this isn't a typical "Ask Ana" article, I want to address a serious issue that happens online. ASK ANA: Bad Nail Care Advice Dear Ana, I'm doing a bit of head shaking here at home tonight and I'm not trying to dump an issue on you, I just...
Does Picking Polish Cause Damage?
Polish Picking Damage Does Picking at Polish Cause Damage? They say a picture is worth a thousand words . . . The Answer? Uhhhh—big fat yes! Really? I Did That? We all have little things that we get OCD about...especially when it comes to our nails. Whether it's...
ASK DOUG: Is TPHP In Polish Toxic?
by Doug Schoon Is TPHP In Polish Toxic? ASK DOUG Hi, I recently came across this article and was curious what you might know about it. It seems like another way to scare people with how little they tested. But it also seems like it could be a concern. But it includes...
The Cuticle – Should You Clip, Push, or Scrape?
THE CUTICLE Do you know where the cuticle is? Are you supposed to push, clip or scrape? The correct answer might surprise you. It's "Scrape." This is probably one of the most important articles you will read about nail care. In this article, you'll learn: What and...
ASK ANA: White Spots On Nails
White Spots on Nails... ASK ANA: White Spots on Nails "My husband used to have a LOT of white spots on his nails, and he recently radically changed his diet. He fell off the wagon for one week and ate a bunch of junk food. I was reading him your article, and he showed...
ASK ANA: Curved Nails – Can I Change My C-Curve?
Curved Nails ASK ANA: Curved Nails Can I Change My C-Curve? ASK ANA "Hi Ana, I've done a lot of googling but I can't find much reference at all to whether one can improve a flatish c-curve on natural nails - most people seem to have the opposite problem....
ASK ANA: Yellow Nails – How To Remove Nail Polish Properly
Yellow Nails - How To Remove Nail Polish Properly ASK ANA: Yellow Nails - How To Remove Nail Polish Properly ASK ANA Hi Ana! I have a question that’s been bugging me. I have semi-stained nails, they’re not as yellow as the one you’ve posted in your Yellow Nail...
Chemicals – Life or Death?
by Doug Schoon and Ana Seidel Reprinted from Nails HQ Magazine Chemicals Should You Fear Them? One of the hottest topics is 3-Free and now 5-Free nail polishes. Where does this end and what’s to keep someone from now demanding 7-Free? ~Doug Schoon, author of Nail...
How to Stop Breaking Nails
STOP BREAKING NAILS How to Stop Breaking Nails I'm often asked,"How do you keep your nails so long?" I have many strategies and techniques to strengthen my natural nails, which I will share in this article. Let me start off by saying that my nails are incredibly thin....
NAIL ANATOMY – Different Parts of Fingernail
Nail Anatomy Authors: Doug Schoon and Ana Seidel Nail Anatomy - The Different Parts of the Fingernail Do you know where your cuticle is? Or your hyponychium? Most people don't. Not only is the general public confused about the names for the parts of the natural nail,...
ASK ANA: Peeling Nails – Does Polish Prevent It?
Peeling Nails - Does Polish Prevent It? ASK ANA: Peeling Nails UPDATE: Since writing this article, I have replaced the 3-Day Hydration Treatment with a faster Intensive Hydration Treatment that works in 2 to 12 hours. "Hi Ana, every time I try to complete the 3-Day...
How to Fix a Broken Nail
How to Fix a Broken Nail Sometime in a girl's life, she's going to get a broken nail. She has two choices; cut her nails to match (nubbins) or create a repair. I'm partial to my longer nails so I usually chose to take the time to do a repair. With the technique below,...
Why I Don’t Wear Gel Nail Polish Anymore
Why I Don't Wear Gel Nail Polish Anymore I have super thin nails that break easily. Starting when I was in college and a lifeguard/swim instructor at my local YMCA, I wore two thin coats of hard gel for 20 years. I stopped for two years in 2008. I was too busy being a...
ASK DOUG: Where Should I Purchase Acetone?
PURCHASE ACETONE by Doug Schoon Purchase Acetone - What's Your Recommendation? ASK DOUG “I tell my students that acetone you buy at the pharmacy is not the same as the acetone you buy in the hardware store. People do buy them in the hardware stores because acetone is...
ASK ANA: What Nail Shape is Best For Me?
ASK ANA "I have recently subscribed to your (awesome) NAILS HQ Magazine and I was wondering if there is any benefits to any of the nail shapes around. I much prefer oval tips but when I see (usually acrylic) others the majority are square. So is there a benefit in...
ASK ANA: Nail Strengtheners? OPI Nail Envy, Nailtiques, Duri Rejuvacote
ASK ANA "Hi Ana, have you heard of Nailtiques Formula 2 Plus? I've been using it for two months to help my nails from peeling massively. I'm thinking now I don't need it since I'm using nail oil. Thanks for any info." ~Amanda ANSWER Before I dive into my answer, I...
Ingredients in Polish – Are They Harmful?
INGREDIENTS IN POLISH Do you worry whether the ingredients in polish are harmful? Are you afraid the ingredients in polish might give you cancer? In today's article I'm going to discuss why it seems that we're suddenly afraid of everything. I'm also going to explain...
Introducing NAILS HQ Magazine
NAILS HQ Magazine - The Spring Issue I'm so excited to announce our new, interactive digital magazine available in the iTunes Store. I'll explain why I started the magazine in the Editor's Note below. The magazine viewing application is free, and we've now made...
ASK ANA: Are Fake Nails Safe?
Are Fake Nails Safe? Many people are attracted to fake nails for various reasons. In this article you'll learn If fake nails, also called artificial enhancements, are best for you. What is the best enhancement removal process? This one is important! What are...
ASK ANA: How to Stop Biting Skin
How To Stop Biting Skin -ASK ANA How to Stop Biting Skin Hi Ana! I have been reading and reading about your Bliss Kiss™ products and received it yesterday in the mail!! Last night I took photos of my nails with a macro lens and was shocked at how terrible my...
ASK DOUG: Can I Be Allergic to Pure Acetone?
by Doug Schoon Pure Acetone - Can I Be Allergic? ASK DOUG “Hi Doug, I recently attended one of your Scientist and the Geek presentations the UK where you stated that no one could be allergic to acetone. Why is this? I would love to share this with my college class...
ASK ANA: Does an Ice Bath Dry Nail Polish Fast?
DRY NAIL POLISH FAST How To Dry Nail Polish Fast ASK ANA "What do you think of the "trick" to harden polish...it involves dipping the painted nails into ice cold water. Something tells me it may not work and could ruin a fresh manicure." ~Kelli ANSWER I love...
ASK ANA: Callus or Callous Treatment?
CALLUS CALLOUS TREATMENT Callus Treatment Callus or Callous—no matter how you spell it, calluses can be a nuisance. But in this article, I'll explain why they are a necessary nuisance and how to care for calluses. ASK ANA "Ana, I don't know if you have addressed this...
Huffington Post Publishes Lies About Nails
By Ana Seidel & Doug Schoon With so much information on the internet, how do you know who is telling the truth? It's especially frustrating when respected sources are wrong. In this article, you'll learn: The four lies that the Huffington Post failed to fact check...
Polish Stain Removal Tips – How to Remove Immediate Polish Stains
POLISH STAIN REMOVAL TIPS Are you constantly afraid of removing polish only to discover your nails are now a permanent unnatural color? In this article, you'll learn: How to reduce the potential of color staining How soaking, rather than scrubbing, is a better way to...
See Through Nails – Can I Fix It?
SEE THROUGH NAILS See Through Nails - Can I Fix It? ASK ANA "I have a bit of a question. I've had this transparency in my nails for years. I read your article about what can cause them to be transparent. I'm following your advice, but it doesn't appear to be...
PREVENT POLISH CHIPPING – Fab Five Polish Wrap
PREVENT POLISH CHIPPING Do you hate polish chipping within a few days of polishing your nails? Who doesn't? In this article, you'll learn: How I discovered why my polish was chipping after showering Why five layers of polish can be your best friend The fastest way to...
PEELING NAILS – Marie Claire’s Pure Nail Oil™ Results
Marie Claire's Pure Nail Oil™ Challenge Results Marie Claire's story is a fun one. She was one of the fortunate people to win a Bliss Kiss™ Simply Pure™ hydrating oil pen during one of the random contests we host on our Facebook Page. In January and July, I used to...
The Nail Salon Manicure – Is It Hurting You?
The Nail Salon Manicure - Is It Hurting You? The Nail Salon Manicure - Is It Hurting You? ASK ANA "Ana, I have a question that has been plaguing me for a while now. I have had several salon manicures from several different salons. They all have the same techniques...
Ask Ana – How Do I Stop Hard, Dry Skin On Hands?
DRY SKIN How Do I Stop the Hard, Dry Skin On Hands Around My Nails? ASK ANA I have a question for you from a member of a polish discussion group I am in. "I moisturize constantly, and the skin around the tops (as in closest to my knuckles) and sides show that, but no...
PEELING NAILS – Becky’s Pure Nail Oil™ Results
Peeling Nails Peeling Nails Becky's Pure Nail Oil™ Challenge Results Becky's Thoughts Hi Ana! I first started to get seriously into my nails after discovering Loodie Loodie Loodie's blog and it's thanks to her I became addidcted to cuticle oil. She'd mentioned...
My Nails Made It Through the Airport – Kirsten’s Pure Nail Oil™ Challenge
Pure Nail Oil™ "My Nails Made It Through the Airport!" Where do I start? ... I've never been very interested in fingernails. I like keeping my toenails painted, but never my fingernails. I used to keep my nails pretty short because they were so brittle and broke...
Nail Shapes – How To File Nails Square and Squoval
Nail Shapes ASK ANA Ok Ana, do you have any tips for how to file different nail shapes? I used to do the oval shape but have switched to a much prefered squoval. But am having a tough time getting the shape just right and they lean more to the oval shape more than I'd...
NAIL STRENGTHENER – Ana’s Simply Pure™ Nail Oil Challenge
NAIL STRENGTHENER My Nail Strengthener —Simply Pure™ nail oil When I created Simply Pure™ hydrating oil in 2012, I didn't track my progress. That was a big oops. I just didn't know that something miraculous would happen. Let's Get Naked! When I hosted my first "Let's...
ASK ANA: Yellow Stained Nails – How Can I Get My Nails Whiter?
Yellow Stained Nails - Ask Ana Yellow Stained Nails ASK ANA "I have a question ...How do I get the whites of my nails super white? They get yellow so fast and I need an easy, "cheap" way to get them white again.I use base coat, but I work a multitude of construction...
RIDGES IN NAILS —To Buff or Not To Buff?
RIDGES IN NAILS Most of us have ridges, especially as we get older, and we want them gone. In this article, you'll learn: Why we shouldn't fear our ridges How Oprah's beauty director gives wrong advice The best solution for dealing with ridges ASK ANA Hi Ana, I...
WHITE SPOTS IN NAILS – Sue’s Pure Nail Oil™ Challenge
White spots in nails—we all get them and many people wonder about the true source. Today’s post is a combo article—a Pure Nail Oil™ Challenger’s results and an ASK ANA. A few months after Sue Metcalf of Lacquerland.blogspot.co.uk did her Pure™ Challenge, she asked me...
Essie Base Coat – Are the Claims True?
Will the Essie base coat 'Fill the Gap' really hydrate nails? ASK ANA "Ana what is your take on the Essie base coat 'Fill the Gap'? It says it's a treatment, like it's gunna fix problem nails? Is this true?" ~Sara ANSWER Quick answer? Essie's 'Fill the Gap' is a ridge...
Is Straight Jojoba Better than Pure Nail Oil™?
ASK ANA: Is Straight Jojoba Better Than Pure™? ASK ANA "If jojoba is so great for nails, cuticles, and hand skin, what about for the face, neck, and rest of the body? Will it work better than Pure™? Just curious. Thanks!" ~Sharon ANSWER Great question Sharon! Jojoba...
Is My Nail Separating From the Nail Bed?
Is my nail separating from the nail bed? When you start to hydrate your nails with a high quality jojoba based nail oil, your nails start to look different—in a way you've never seen before. This is what happened for Sara. ASK ANA Hi Ana, I have a question. As I've...
Gel Nails or Acrylic? Which is Better?
Gel nails or acrylic nails? Is one better than the other? Are they safe? Acrylic enhancements have been around far longer than gel nails. But gel is gaining in popularity because of its ease of removal. I'll discuss the difference to help you make a more informed...
CUTICLE HEALTH – Pure Nail Oil™ Challenger Kimber’s Results
Good cuticle health is tough to maintain when your skin gets dry. Many of us can't stand dry skin and start messing with it. Today's article shows an example of what can happen when the nipping compulsion goes too far. It also shows the miracle that are bodies...
TREATMENT OF DRY SKIN – Ana Explains Kira’s Results
Dry Skin ... it's something we all deal with. But what is the best treatment of dry skin? A lot of people think that there is a magical cream or formula which will moisturize dry skin and hands. In Part 2 of Kira's Pure Nail Oil™ Challenge article, you'll discover how...
TREATMENT OF DRY SKIN – Pure Nail Oil™ Challenger Kira’s Results
— Can oil help treatment of dry skin? — Why is nail oil important for your skin too? — Does it really work? Many people think that there is some magical cream or formula that is going to moisturize dry skin. You'll learn how the entire beauty industry has sold us on...
Does Nail Oil Penetrate the Nail Plate?
My Dearest Readers and Fans, It has come to my attention that there is a little bit of confusion around the internet about whether oil actually DOES enter the nail plate. The short answer is IT DEPENDS.... on how you define oil. Now here’s the long answer. With...
STRONGER NAILS – Pure Nail Oil™ Challenger Kelli’s Results
Can nail oil help strengthen nails? Why is nail oil important? Does it really work? Many people think that there is some magical formula in a nail lacquer bottle that's going to make your nails longer and stronger. This just isn't true. What is true? Nail Oil creates...
YELLOW NAILS & NAIL OIL – Pure Nail Oil™ Challenger Erica’s Results
Can nail oil help prevent yellow nails? Why is nail oil important? Does it really work? Many people think that there is some magical formula in a nail lacquer bottle that's going to make your nails longer and stronger. This just isn't true. What is true? Nail Oil...
Vitamins For Nails? Do They Make Nails Stronger?
Vitamins for Nails Do they help or is it all just a scam? Advice about vitamins for nails across the internet is all over the place. Why? Because anyone can write a blog post—whether they know what they're talking about or not. Who are you supposed to believe? You...
NAIL OIL – Pure Nail Oil™ Challenger Olga’s Results
Nail Oil - Olga's 15 Week Challenge with Pure Cuticle & Nail Oil™ Why is nail oil important? Does it really work? Many people think that there is some magical formula in a nail lacquer bottle that's going to make your nails stronger. This just isn't true. What is...
Is Oil Causing Nail Polish Bubbles?
NAIL POLISH BUBBLES Nail Polish Bubbles - We all hate them! Sometimes we can't figure out why they happen. In this article, we will cover all the different reasons that nail polish bubbles occur and how to prevent them. ASK ANA "I read that one should use acetone on...
Does Nail Oil Penetrate Polish?
Nail Oil—does it penetrate through nail polish? Or are you just wasting your time? In this post I'll answer how nails and polish absorb or block nail oil. You'll also learn how to hydrate your nails properly so they can grow longer and stronger. ASK ANA "When wearing...
How To Remove Gel Nails Without Damage
You or your nail professional remove gel nails and look down in horror! Your nails are covered with white spots inside the nail. How did it happen? In this article, guest author Doug Schoon, Nail Structure and Product Chemistry, will cover How and why those...
How To Grow Nails Faster!
GROW NAILS FASTER How to grow nails faster ... We all want to find that magic product to help our nails grow faster. Nicole asks me a question that I get quite often. This article is a companion to my article: Nail Growth - Does Qtica Nail Growth Stimulator...
Nail Growth – Does Qtica Nail Growth Stimulator Work?
Nail growth... "How can I get my nails to grow faster?" This is the most asked question on my Facebook Page. And most people don't like my answer. It goes against every Corporate Giant spending fortunes to create and market the next miracle nail growth product that is...
Yellow Nails – Is There a Basecoat that Prevents Staining?
It's horrifying to remove a dark polish and discover yellow nails. Even worse is removing green and having green nails (true story). By the end of this article you'll understand The causes of yellow nails and color staining. What you can do to remove the staining as...
How to Paint Nails – Learn from Expert Blogger’s Videos
Paint Nails How To Paint Nails Do you ever wonder how to paint nails so you can get a salon quality manicure at home? When doing a manicure at home, it's important to know how to paint nails. This seems like an obvious statement but there are A LOT of people...
Clear Fingernails – Is It a Bad Thing?
Often times people think that clear fingernails is a sign that something is wrong. While your fingernails are a reflection of your overall health, there are external factors that can make you have clear fingernails too. By the end of this article you will...
Chipped Nail Polish From The Shower?
CHIPPED NAIL POLISH Chipped Nail Polish From The Shower Are you tired of getting chipped nail polish when you take a shower? I certainly am! By the end of this article, you'll understand how I figured out why I kept getting chipped nail polish—and you'll discover...
Do Nails Breathe? Should I Take Polish Breaks?
Do nails breathe? ASK ANA "Hey Ana, I need your help to settle something. I had a little argument with a friend of mine a few days ago. My friend says she usually takes a month off from painting after a manicure chips off to air it out, but I said it takes a few days,...
Nail Files – Which Is The Best Nail File For You?
Nail Files - Is The Worst Nail File In Your Purse? Do you know how to chose a nail file for proper nail care? Or are there just too many choices and the "grits" make no sense? By the end of this post you'll understand which type of file is best for you and your nails....
ASK ANA: Is Acetone a Safe Nail Polish Remover?
IS ACETONE SAFE? Have you been told non-acetone is less harmful than acetone? It's not true. In this article, you'll learn: The true safety information about acetone The safest and fastest way to remove polish How to work with acetone to reduce its drying...
Nail Care – How To Strengthen Brittle Nails
Ana explains how to water and acetone contribute to brittle, peeling, weak nails. Nail strengtheners can actually make nails too hard. You’ll learn the techniques necessary to strengthen your nails naturally and protect them from the dangers of water absorption.
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