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- Why Are My Dip Nails Not Shiny? [And How To Get It Back]
One of the main benefits of dip powder nails is the high shine they give. Naturally, it’s super disappointing if they don’t come out shiny, to begin with, or quickly lose it in time. Either way, what are the causes of dull dip powder, and what can you do to restore the shine? Here is … - How To Keep Dip Nails From Lifting [Try These 6 Tricks]If you’re a dip powder nail enthusiast, you already know how incredibly long they last, but you’ve probably also encountered a few annoyances along the way. Lifting nails is a common issue with dip nails, but it’s also a super easy issue to avoid with a few nifty tips and tricks. If you have been …
- How Long Do Dip Nails Last? [On Average]Dip nails, or dip powder nails, have been rising in the ranks of popularity thanks to their ability to stay on for far longer than their acrylic, shellac, and gel cousins. If you have been considering jumping onto the dip nail trend, you are probably wondering how long they actually do last. So, how long …
- Best Chair For Nail Tech [And Why I Recommend It]Are you looking for a new chair for your salon? Perhaps you’re just setting up shop, maybe you are looking to upgrade what you currently have. Either way, as a nail technician you are simply going to need a good, reliable chair. Besides, you spend enough time on it! (or you will!) And not only …
- Best Nail File For Dip Powder [This Is The One To Get]Are you looking for a nail file that you can use for dip nails? Then you’ve come to the right place. Today, I am going to be sharing with you my favorite nail file that I use for this type of mani. And I won’t keep you waiting, either. I’ll be mentioning it shortly. And …
- Best Nail Buffer For Dip Powder [This Is The One To Get]Are you looking for a nail buffer for your dip nails? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Today, I am going to be sharing with you my favorite product that has become my go-to. I’m not going to hang around here, either. I’m going to get right into my recommendation. Then I’ll turn to …
- Why Does Gel Nail Polish Peel Off? [Causes & Fixes!]Gel nail polishes are known for their long-lasting shine and durability, which makes it especially disappointing when you notice that your manicure has started to peel. While any nail lacquer will eventually start to peel, especially as you pass that two-week mark, sometimes it happens sooner than you’d hoped. It’s almost always unexpected, and you’re …
- How To Remove Nail Polish From Bed Sheets [Safely & Easily!]Nothing ruins a luxurious home mani-pedi like spilling nail polish on your brand-new bedding. Worse yet, you’re not even painting your nails, and you notice an old, dry nail polish stain. We all know that removing nail polish from your nails is fairly easy and takes almost no time at all. Removing dried nail polish …
- Nail Polish vs Nail Lacquer [What Is The Difference?]Has your nail technician ever asked you if you prefer nail lacquer to nail varnish? Have you ever said “yes” to either or when, let’s be honest, you were not really sure of the difference? Because, hey, they both look great, right? Right! But today, we are going to set the record straight. Here is …
- What Does Blue Nail Polish Mean? [The Latest TikTok Trend]Have you recently noticed that there has been a sudden surge in girls wearing blue nail polish? Perhaps you’ve seen the videos on TikTok. But what is the reason behind the trend and what does this mean? Here is what you are going to want to know. So, what does blue nail polish mean? Wearing …
- Why Does My Nail Polish Bubble? [& How To Prevent & Fix It!]Have you ever reached for your nail polish and found that it was filled with tiny air bubbles? Or noticed that those same tiny bubbles were forming on the surface of your nails after you’ve finished applying a few coats of your favorite lacquer? Don’t worry; I’m here to help. This is all you are …
- What Are Nail Overlays? [Everything You Want To Know]Have you heard of or been introduced to nail overlays? Are you wondering what they are and whether or not to give them a try? Well, here is everything you are going to want to know about this particular manicure. So, what are nail overlays? A nail overlay is an artificial coating of acrylic or gel …
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Hey, I’m Jemma, a certified nail technician and the founder/chief editor here at Almond Nails.
I’ve been working in Nail Salons for over 15 years and since decided to create this site to share my knowledge and experience with what I have learnt along the way.
As such, I strive to make Almond Nails the definitive online resource for all things nails, including detailed guides and answers to common manicure questions all the way through to suggestions and recommendations on nail designs, nail art and nail care and maintencence tips.