What to look for when getting your nails done!

Always look at the implements your nail tech is using.  Were they cleaned with a liquid disinfectant?  Putting the implements in a dry sanitizer without first cleaning with a wet sanitizer will not kill all the bacteria.  The main use of the dry sanitizer is to keep the implements clean  when they are not in use, not to disinfect.

Before you start, you and your nail tech should wash your hands or use a sanitizer.

1. Soaking the nails before a manicure is not recommended anymore because  it causes the nail to expand.

2. The cuticle should be pushed back after a cuticle softener is used.

3.  Only dead skin around the cuticle should be nipped otherwise the cuticle will only get worse. 

4. A high grade  cuticle oil (we use CND Solar oil)  should be used in between manicures to keep your nails at their best.

5. If you are getting a pedicure, again look for the sanitized implements and tubs.  Please do not let them use the blade on your calluses.  This will only cause them to get worse, plus it is illegal to use the blade in some states. Only podiatrists should use them.
There are some great professional products available  that can soften the calluses. 

The pictures above are of an Ombre' look done with CND Shellac.  We are a certified Shellac salon.  We use shellac because with this product the natural nail does not need to be filed down. What this means for you is a stronger healthier nail.

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I am starting this blog because I am passionate about the salon industry.  I have been a stylist for 35 years and own a salon.  I have a great team and we have so much knowledge we would love to share.

Some things that have not changed is the use of professional products on your hair.  I can remember back in the 80's when perms were so popular, we would tell our clients not to wash their hair right away and what products to use. If they didn't listen to our professional advise they would be back a week later with straight hair or worse yet half straight half frizzy.  We recommend products because we know they work.  It would be so difficult for us to do our own hair if we did not have the right tools and products.  We want to make it easier for you to maintain your style.

Now some fun idea's for the new year!  Did you think about adding some bright color to your hair, but don't want to make a commitment to it?  Try some colored extensions! Just a few adds  a pop of color.  Also available is temporary color you can put on yourself.   It comes in an applicator with a mascara wand. And it washes out in 1 to 2 shampoos.  Both are available at our salon.   With either of these options there is no damage to your hair.