It&#39;s Science

What does "10 FREE" etc mean in the gel world?

July 14, 2026

What does “10 Free” actually mean when it comes to professional gel products? While terms like “10 Free”, “15 Free” and even “22 Free” are commonly used across the nail industry, there is no univer...

What are heat spikes and how can i combat them?

August 16, 2024

We have all had a client quickly whip their hand out of the lamp because they are experiencing a heat spike. Understanding why they happen can help us reduce the occurrence of heat spikes.

Which nail lamp should I use to cure my gels?

August 16, 2024

The answer is pretty simple… the lamp the manufacturer of your gels recommends or a lamp with specifications that the brand recommends. The sceptics among you may believe that a nail lamp is a nai...

Why do my pink and neon pink gel polishes change colour in UV light?

August 16, 2024

Have you ever painted a neon pink set of nails and when the come out of the lamp after curing have gone darker? Or similarly, painted a set of lighter pink nails only to find the colour has faded? ...