Send us a voicemail! www.speakpipe.com/salonsuccessIs acrylic actually bad for your nails, or has it just had the worst PR campaign in nail history? In this episode of the Salon Success Podcast, Penny is joined by Gemma, Tracey and Maddy for a deep dive into the history of acrylic nails, why acrylic is still relevant, and why so many nail techs and clients misunderstand it. We talk about where acrylic came from, how it moved from dentistry into the nail industry, the difference between MMA and EMA, why MMA gave acrylic such a bad reputation, and why “acrylic ruined my nails” is usually more about prep, application, removal, product choice or poor education than acrylic itself. We also chat about acrylic versus hard gel, BIAB, dip powder, natural nail specialists, acrylic overlays, nail repairs, 3D acrylic nail art, client consultations, product flexibility, soak-off differences, staining, the A to B scale, acrylic bead ratios, wet versus dry beads, and why understanding acrylic can make you a better nail tech even if you do not want to offer acrylic services. This episode is especially useful for nail students, new nail techs, gel techs, natural nail specialists, home salon owners and anyone preparing for theory assessment questions around acrylic chemistry, product choice, lifting, nail damage or real client scenarios. *********************************************** Nail or Beauty School was just the beginning, right? What on earth do you do now?! Welcome to the Salon Success Podcast with Monaco Nail Academy. Our topics stretch beyond nails and into all things salon related - business, marketing and social media - and at very least hits you with real, honest stories about our experiences. This isn't school; this is real life, real business, and really freaking hard work. ************************************************ Just finding Monaco?! Here's what we do - Online & In-Person Nail Tech Courses NZ-Wide (International Online Students Welcome!) Afterpay + Custom Payment Plans Available Started in 2011 and 100% NZ-owned and operatedStudy Individual Topics - The Theory of Nails Manicures & Pedicures Using the IBX System Builder in a Bottle Dipping Systems Acrylic, Hard Gel or PolyGel Pre-Formed Soft Gel Extensions E-File The Art of Nails Salon Success (Business, Marketing & Social Media)Or Combo & Save - Foundation Certificate in Nail Technology - all 12 topics Natural Nail Specialist - Theory, Mani/Pedi, BIAB & Art Introduction to Nail Technology - self-study, online-only optionFree Resources - 5-Day Nail Tech Launchpad - www.monaco.ac.nz/launchpad 5-Day Marketing Workshop - www.monaco.ac.nz/magnet Caption Writing Kit - www.monaco.ac.nz/download-the-caption-kit Recession-Proof Your Salon - www.monaco.ac.nz/recession Course Finder Quiz - www.monaco.ac.nz/course-finder Weekly Newsletter - www.monaco.ac.nz/subscribe YouTube - www.youtube.com/@MonacoNailAcademy Podcast - www.monaco.ac.nz/podcast
