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It's all about the Prep

It's all about the Prep

*Some links and photos in this blog post may contain Amazon commissioned links. If you choose to make a purchase I may earn a small commission from qualified sales. In the world of nail enhancements, the secret to achieving stunning, long-lasting results lies in the meticulous art of nail prep...
Nailing Color Theory: Your Ticket to Creative Nail Art!

Nailing Color Theory: Your Ticket to Creative Nail Art!

Hey there, Cactus Club Nail Artists! We're about to embark on a colorful journey that will take your nail game from meh to mesmerizing! Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of color theory – it's like your secret sauce for nailing those jaw-dropping manicures. 🌈💅
Gel Polish Ombre: The struggle is real! or is it?

Gel Polish Ombre: The struggle is real! or is it?

Are you struggling to achieve ombré? For years nail techs have developed some unique ways to ombré using gel polish or gel nail materials. Some are easier than others and some are questionable in terms of safety (the airbrush gel method see below). Here are 2 methods for ombré with gel products w...
XXS Round vs XS Oval vs Short Squoval Gel Extension Nail Tips

XXS Round vs XS Oval vs Short Squoval Gel Extension Nail Tips

I have received multiple questions over the last few weeks about the differences in our new XXS/XS Round Quick Gel Tips compared to our two other popular full cover gel nails: Extra Small Oval and Short Squoval. Let’s rewind to 2021, when I first launched Quick Gel Tips at Painted Desert. I was ...
The Versatility and Efficiency of Wooden Cuticle Pushers

The Versatility and Efficiency of Wooden Cuticle Pushers

One simple yet handy tool on my desk is a new wooden cuticle pusher. It has become essential to my nail technician toolkit for several reasons. In this blog post, I'll share why I love using wooden cuticle pushers and how they have improved my nail care routine. Gently pushing back cuticles: When...
Meet Sabrina @SabbyHeartsNails

Meet Sabrina @SabbyHeartsNails

Q: How did you get into nails? You can say I’ve always had a passion for nails! Flashback to 2nd grade when I painted my nails during story time and sadly got my polish taken away lol. As the pandemic hit, I decided to give gel polish a try and instantly fell in love. I started with gel manicure...

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