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 Structure and Product Chemistry Is There a Chemical Free Product? Want …
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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 cheaper there. What are the facts?” ~anonymous …
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 your options if you choose natural nails? ASK ANA Hi Ana, I …
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 nails were that …
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 and would like more …
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 how your brain thinks Kellie. The …
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 issue before so here goes: I use your …
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 The true effect of acetone and water to the …
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 improving. But even when …
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 remove polish with a minimal acetone drying effect …