What is the artificial nail process? What should I expect?
Arrive for your appointment about 5 minutes early with clean nails free of polish. It is not recommended that you bring children or guests with you as this will detract from your service. Do not bring food or drinks with you unless necessary. You should expect to be in the salon about 1-1/2 hours for a new set of nails. A responsible nail professional would perform a consultation to establish what your expectations and needs are then recommend a service that best serves your needs. The service should start with both of you washing your hands, then they should demonstrate or explain to you what sanitary precautions they take for your protection (ie: new file for every client, disinfected nail tools). Your cuticles will be pushed back and tissue adhered to the nail plate will be gently scraped off to ensure good product adhesion. The surface of your natural nails will be lightly buffed or filed and the free edge (finger tip) shaped or shortened. A tip (plastic extension, usually really l
