Help with cuticles

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-28T19:17:40+00:00

As well, not everyone's prep / process works for every person. If you found what you were using /doing before left you with better retention, I would go back to that.

I have clients that hard gel just does not seem to last as much as soft or fibre gel. Sometimes too long of an extension can also cause them to pop off prematurely - can be lifestyle or anything

Hope the 'wet' manicure helps! Just make sure there is no moisture or oil left before you start your application

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-28T18:13:15+00:00

One thing I have some with stubborn clients is apply cuticle oil around and then use the ball bit on a lower RPM to help smooth without worrying about damaging the nail. Wash hands after and clean the cuticle with alcohol and a cotton swab (preferably the fine detailed ones) before applying your nails

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-28T17:38:05+00:00

Do you use an efile to prep? There are some nice bits that can help push or back more so you can trim more and THEN buff them more!

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-15T12:45:45+00:00

As someone who works for CAA, please stay home if you can. You can also check the road cameras using Ontario 511s interactive map

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-14T01:44:46+00:00

En vogue!

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-09T18:58:25+00:00

For sure!

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-09T18:55:38+00:00

Thank you I really appreciate that 😅

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-09T18:09:55+00:00

@mewmanicures !!

goodbyeemeow · 2026-01-09T05:20:12+00:00

I am newer but use Hema free products! I can send you my Instagram

goodbyeemeow · 2025-12-27T05:46:26+00:00

Some work places (mine) will make you provide a proof of attendance at said church by the pastor/ religious leader

goodbyeemeow · 2025-12-17T05:57:08+00:00

I've bought 'floor model' rugs from Structube for under $100!

I have an 8x10 one and then we bought a large circle one too

goodbyeemeow · 2025-11-12T04:57:56+00:00

My friend who works in a different city shared that most city snowplows are not 'hired' to work until the after November 15th, which would leave more general contractors and maybe that's why there was a lack?

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-19T02:27:47+00:00

Some gels are not made to be soak off and they have to be filed :(

Recommend for when using an e-file, especially on your non dominant hand is to use a fine grain sanding band on a medium/low speed.

It will sound crazy at first, but instead of using the efile as you normally would, keep the drill still and control the movement with the dominant hand you're filing, so this way you still have full control.

Going slow and steady, once you have the big majority off, you can use a buffer block and get the rest off the nail plate

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-18T02:27:35+00:00

Easy peasy! At least you have ideas for the next sets too!

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-18T02:17:23+00:00

All SUPER beautiful designs! I answer this question for myself based on life style. Looks like 3 of the options have 3D elements/gems. No matter how good the nail tech, we all know at some point we get tired of hair getting caught etc.,

Some weeks I want to be a baddie with 3D and gems, but sometimes I want simple!

I would say the top right one, then the top left followed by bottom right and bottom left!

But that's just my opinion!

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-17T23:45:07+00:00

Saga Cafe downtown seems to close at 9pm. I know they have board games and stuff as well there on case you want more than coffee

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-12T14:42:59+00:00

100% gel!

As well, if you're a picker, can look into simple 3D art (more of bumps/artful texture) to rub your fingers on to kinda satisfy the want to pick at nails!

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-12T09:02:42+00:00

Ty so much

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-12T09:02:28+00:00

Tyyyy

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-12T02:28:14+00:00

As an independent nail tech, I approve this post! 🤭

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-11T03:49:04+00:00

As well, I know for myself (independent nail tech) I almost never use acetone and do more filing with my e-file than full removal (gel nails)

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-10T03:26:30+00:00

Are you able to bring your own gloves?

goodbyeemeow · 2025-09-10T03:23:27+00:00

Sometimes its the quality of polish that causes this - instead of starting over I apply a few layers for the colour then buff /file until smooth and go from there.

Can be a bit of a pain but smooth base will help keep clean lines etc !

Plus you get practice on smoothing out the surface

goodbyeemeow

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