Does BIAB Damage Your Nails?
Does BIAB Damage Your Nails?

It is one of the most searched questions in Irish nail care right now, and the short answer is no,...

How To Apply BIAB Nails: A Step-by-Step Guide
How To Apply BIAB Nails: A Step-by-Step Guide

To do BIAB nails, you prep the natural nail, apply a base coat, build the apex using a bead of...

Why Do Gel Nails Lift? The Nail Tech's Guide to Fixing Retention Problems
Why Do Gel Nails Lift? The Nail Tech's Guide to Fixing Retention Problems

Gel nail lifting is one of the most common and costly problems in the nail industry. When reworks are done free of charge, profit margins take a real hit, and with gel and builder gel services now making up an estimated 60 to 70% of nail treatments in Irish salons, retention directly affects the health of your business. This article breaks down the four main reasons why gel nails lift, covering nail preparation, product compatibility, lamp quality, and the condition of the natural nail itself.

Each factor is explained in practical detail, from choosing the correct file grit and dehydrator, to why mixing brands makes problems harder to diagnose, to how the TPO reformulations have made lamp quality more critical than ever. The article also covers how hormonal changes and repeated full removal affect long-term retention, and closes with a FAQ section addressing the most common questions we receive from nail techs across Ireland.

BIAB vs. Traditional Gel Extensions
BIAB vs. Traditional Gel Extensions

As a nail technician or salon owner, you are likely asked the same question by every second client who sits...

Meet the Kohana Brand Ambassadors
Meet the Kohana Brand Ambassadors

Kohana’s brand ambassadors from across the country bring you the latest trends, endless inspiration, and flawlessly crafted nail sets. From...

3 FESTIVE NAIL ART IDEAS & STEP BY STEP
3 FESTIVE NAIL ART IDEAS & STEP BY STEP

Silly season is here! We know just how busy things can get in the salon, and sometimes adding nail art...

How to take care you your Electric File
How to take care you your Electric File

Your electric file is one of your most valuable tools. Taking proper care of it is essential to keep it...

4 Essential Aftercare Tips for Long-Lasting Manicures
4 Essential Aftercare Tips for Long-Lasting Manicures

4 Essential Aftercare Tips for Long-Lasting Manicures You’ve just walked out of the salon with a fresh set of nails...