Product Questions, Tips, & Troubleshooting
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If you are using any gel, including CND Shellac, you will need the use of a LED or UV lamp to cure it. You can find the lamps were carry here: https://www.beyondpolish.com/collections/lamps If you're doing your own gel nails for the first time, you should try our Le Mini Macaron kits. You can fi...
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How Do I Do My Own Gel Nail Manicure?
Everything You Need To Know About DIY Gel Manicures View original blog post here. If you've never tried gel polish before, consider this. Gel manicures last twice as long as regular manicures, the drying (or "curing") time is cut in half, and you can do it yourself in the comfort of your own ... -
How Do I Prep My Nails For a Gel Manicure?
How To Prep Your Nails For Gel Polish View original blog post here One of the main reasons gel polish manicures start to peel after a few days is because the nails aren't being prepped correctly. This is an important step that many people skip over. Here are the steps recommended to prepare ... -
How Do I Prevent Bubbles When I Apply My Polish?
When applying polish, it's important to let one layer dry completely before applying another. It's also important to apply polish in thin, even layers. Not only do thicker coats take longer to dry, but they also trap solvents in tiny bubbles during the drying process. Make sure you're not sittin... -
How Do I Prevent My Nail Polish From Becoming Thick & Clumpy?
Make sure you're storing your polishes in a cool, climate-controlled area. It's also important to avoid storing them in a place that gets direct sunlight. Store your bottles right side up. Storing them upside down can cause clumps and drying at the neck of the bottle. Clean the neck of your pol... -
How Do I Prevent Stains When Removing Polish?
There are a couple of ways to prevent staining. The most important thing is to protect the nail plate. Before applying your polish, always apply a base coat. This creates a protective barrier between the nail plate and the color coat. You can also try soaking a cotton ball in polish remover and ... -
How To Remove Dip Nails At Home View original blog post here. Dip powder nails have been THE most popular nail trend in the past year. With a lot of us not being able to visit salons as often, many of you have asked us how you can remove your dip manis at home. We're here to help with a s...
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Remove Gel Polish The Right Way View original blog post here. Gel manicures are made to last. As soon as they start growing out do you find yourself tempted to pick off the polish? We've been there. There is nothing less glamorous than gel polish that should have been removed sooner. The goo...
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Everything You Need To Know About Dip Powder Manicures View the original blog post here. Dip powder. Maybe you've tried it. Maybe you haven't. Maybe you've been wanting to try it. Dip powder continues to be a rising trend in nails and the reasons are pretty obvious. Browse our entire col...
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How To Apply & Remove OPI Powder Perfection
How To Apply & Remove OPI Powder Perfection View original blog post here. Since launching the collection on Beyond Polish, the OPI Powder Perfection system has become a bestseller. Available in 29 OPI shades, Powder Perfection is fast, easy, and odor-free, promising gel-like shine and ov... -
What Is The Difference Between Gel and Lacquer?
Traditional nail polish dries by evaporation, which is why it typically takes 2-3 hours for your polish to completely dry. Gel Polish & Shellac is cured within minutes by UV light. It acts as a plasticized coating and is suitable for long-lasting polish. Many customers often buy sets of both... -
Why Is My Gel Manicure Peeling?
This Is Why Your Gel Manicure Is Peeling View original blog post here. If you've tried gel polish before, you know how amazing it is. The polish provides long-lasting shine and rarely chips. That being said, it seems like gel manicures are pretty indestructible, right? Wrong. There are a var... -
Why Is My Polish Streaky/Uneven?
There are a few ways to troubleshoot this: Apply the polish in thin, translucent layers so that it dries evenly. Some sheer and pastel polishes will appear uneven after the first coat. For fuller coverage, always apply at least two coats. Use a ridge filler before applying the color. This will h... -
Will Gel Polish Damage My Nails?
Gel polish itself will not hurt your nails. However, if you have a habit of picking at your polish when it starts to chip or peel, that’s when your nails become damaged. When you peel off gel polish, you’re also peeling away parts of your natural nail, which will leave them thin and brittle. For ...