What's Really in Your Nail Products? The Complete Guide! 

Hey nail pros! Let's dive deeper into the world of nail product ingredients. Don't worry - we'll keep it simple and super useful!

The Main Players 

Methacrylates & Acrylates Family: Think of these as cousins in the same family:

• Methacrylates - The sophisticated cousin (gentler, more controlled)

• Acrylates - The energetic cousin (faster acting, more intense)

Let's Break It Down! 

  1. HEMA (2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)

• The popular one in the family

• Great at helping products stick

• Used in many gel products

  1. Di-HEMA • HEMA's gentler sibling

• Often used in newer formulas

• Can be better for sensitive clients

  1. EMA (Ethyl Methacrylate)

 • The professional's choice

 • Used in many salon-quality products

 • Known for durability

  1. MMA (Methyl Methacrylate)

• The one to avoid! 

• Banned in many places

• Not used in professional products

• If someone offers you MMA products - run!

  1. Photoinitiators (Like TPO

• The light-loving ingredients

• Make products cure under your lamp

• Different types work with different wavelengths

Pro Tips! 

 • Quality matters more than the type of ingredient

• Professional products use safe, tested formulations

• Different ingredients work better for different clients

Why We Use What We Use 

 • Each ingredient has its special job

 • They work together like a team

 • Professional formulas are carefully balanced

• Regulated ingredients mean safer services

The Planet Nails Difference 

We source from USA and EU because:

• Strict quality control

• Regulated ingredients

• Tested formulations

• No nasty surprises!

Finding What Works Best:

 • Some clients love and need traditional formulas

• Others need HEMA-free options

• Both can give amazing results!

Remember! 

• Professional products = professional results

• If the price seems too good to be true, check the ingredients

• When in doubt, ask us - we're here to help!

 

 


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