Contraindications & Allergies

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Why we are no longer calling our nail gels hypoallergenic

17 Νοέμβριος 2024

We are dropping the term hypoallergenic when referring to product lines here at Nail Order and replacing it with the term minus4. Hypoallergenic is a term that we are seeing being used more and mor...

What is a "Greenie" and can i apply gel over one?

18 Αύγουστος 2024

A “Greenie” is something that many nail techs will come across during their career but what causes it and should we work over it? A “greenie” on a nail is a term used to describe a green discolou...

Should i be using HEMA-free gels?

16 Αύγουστος 2024

Let me ask you this, do you have a HEMA allergy? If the answer is no then in all truth, NO you don’t NEED to be using HEMA-free products. That might sound strange coming from a brand that is predom...

What does it mean for a nail product to be "hypoallergenic"?

16 Αύγουστος 2024

When a nail gel is labeled as hypoallergenic, it means that the product is formulated to minimize the risk of causing allergic reactions. This does not guarantee that no one will have an allergic r...

Let's talk allergies

16 Αύγουστος 2024

The first thing to say is its very important for nail technicians to remain calm and rational about the presentation of possible allergies. Someone may present with a contraindication that is not i...

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