Nail Studio By Tom

She wants a nail ring 💍 part 3 … and look 👀 what’s happening?

Question: A person on FB said she’s one of the people who invented this trend 20 years ago. Is this a facts or Just made this up on the spot?

Why I stopped using sanding band for prep! Save and share this with your bestie

This is real time. The cut down and removal takes 22 seconds. My biggest lesson: use high quality carbide bit. Run your e-file close to the max (I have it set to 35K - 25K and up works great). Stay steady and move one direction.
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One of my students asked “ How can I keep my customers return every 3 to 4 weeks?” This is actually a really great question…🗣️ (series 1)

This changed everything for me.
I stopped buying random tools... and built a system.
My speed improved. My works stand out.
If you're serious, I shared it.

When do nail tech truly level up in their skills.
It's NOT when you learn more steps...
But when they remove unnecessary one.

Did you know you can turn your IG handle to watermark your work part 1

Have you ever wondered why some nail techs achieve flawless structure with minimal filing… while others struggle?
Most nail techs don’t clearly understand the difference between a tool and a technique.
And that confusion slows everything down.
Tool:
What you use to perform the work
Technique:
How you use the tool to achieve the result
Dual Form is a tool.
It is a reusable plastic form used in the sculpting process.
Product is placed inside the form, pressed onto the nail, cured, and then removed.
Once removed, it leaves behind a pre-shaped structure that requires minimal filing and shaping.
Why is it called Pop-Up or Pop-Off?
Because when the form is removed after curing, it creates a clean “pop” release from the enhancement.
That sound reflects a smooth, properly cured surface.
Technique is not the form. Technique is the method.
Gel System Breakdown:
• Gel sculpting with a brush and paper form
• Gel sculpting using a dual form (no paper support)
• Gel sculpting using a plastic nail tip
Each uses different tools, but the goal is the same: controlled structure.
When you understand the difference between tool and technique,
you stop chasing products… and start controlling results.
So the real question is…
Are you using the tool, or do you actually understand the technique?

Cuticle blending used to take me forever. This is real time. 13 seconds for cuticle blending. The biggest lesson I’ve learned: use good carbide bit. Run your e-file close to the max (Mine’s 35K - 25K and up is great). Stay steady and let the bit do the work for you.
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Bare nail is being called the internet’s newest simple of wealth.

Simplicity is now the luxury trend.

What use to seem plain is now seen a sign of status. But it raises the question: who actually decides what look elegant or high-class.