Why do nails weaken after the removal of gel nail polish?

White spots on the nail after removal of a gel polish are typically due to a slight dehydration of the nails. Here are a few tips to get your client’s nails back to health. Clients should be using a cuticle oil several times a day. This will help moisturize their natural nails and keep their natural flexibility. read more

Gel polish formulas are manufactured to harden in response to UV exposure, creating a durable coating over nails for two or more weeks when applied correctly. After the requisite two or three weeks, nail professionals suggest scheduling a gel removal appointment, where nails are soaked in acetone to give the gel a more malleable consistency before it can be prized from the nail surface. In some circumstances, gel polish is filed away or scraped off of the nail. read more

So after a couple of back-to-back gel appointments, treat your nails to rehab. We've compiled a list of the most common gel manicure issues—and the simple solutions—ahead. Post-Gel Problem #1: There are white spots or lines on your natural nail, and/or the nail plate feels uneven. read more