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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,...
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...
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