The Journal
Technique, care, and craft
Professional articles from our technicians — on nail health, the science behind e-file technique, and how to make a set last.
Nail Care
Why Your Gel Keeps Chipping (And It's Probably Not the Polish)
If your gel is lifting or chipping within a week, the product usually isn't the problem — the preparation underneath it is.
Behind the Scenes
Dry E-File vs. the Bowl of Water: What Actually Happens to Your Cuticles
Soaking your hands before a manicure feels relaxing, but it also hides exactly where your cuticle ends and your living nail bed begins.
FAQs
How to Actually Read a Salon's Hygiene Standards
"We sterilise our tools" can mean very different things from one salon to the next. Here's what to actually ask.
Trends
SNS, Hard Gel, BIAB: What's the Difference, and Which One's Right for You?
Three systems, three very different approaches to strength, weight, and how they treat your natural nail underneath.
FAQs
The Truth About "Damaging" Nail Drills
It's the question every e-file technician hears constantly — and it's a fair one. Here's what actually causes the damage.
Nail Care
A Nail Biter's Guide: How Recovery Actually Works
Bitten nails don't need a rushed, generic manicure — they need a different approach entirely, built around where they actually are.
Ready to see the difference for yourself?