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Doug Schoon

Chemicals – Life or Death?

Should you fear chemicals? Nail care

 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 …

Doug Schoon, Polish Removers

ASK DOUG: Where Should I Purchase Acetone?

Salon Acetone vs Industrial Acetone What's the Difference?

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, Gel Nails

ASK ANA: Are Fake Nails Safe?

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 …

Doug Schoon, Dry Skin, Polish Removers

ASK DOUG: Can I Be Allergic to Pure Acetone?

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, Dry Nail Polish Faster, Nail Care Mistakes, Solutions

ASK ANA: Does an Ice Bath Dry Nail Polish Fast?

Do Ice Baths Dry Nails Faster?

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, Calluses, Cuticle Oil, Dry Skin, Jojoba, Nail Oil

ASK ANA: Callus or Callous Treatment?

www.NailCareHQ.com Image of callus-callous-holding a stylus

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 …

Brittle Nails, Doug Schoon

Huffington Post Publishes Lies About Nails

Shocking Huffington Post lies about nail care

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 …

Ask Ana, Clear Fingernail Tips, How to Paint Nails, Nail Anatomy

See Through Nails – Can I Fix It?

Can I fix my see through nails?

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 …

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PREVENT POLISH CHIPPING – Fab Five Polish Wrap

How to prevent nail polish chipping with the fab five 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 …