What's really in your nail products?
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What's Really in Your Nail Products? A guide to understanding common ingredients!
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!
Remember: All the ingredients are on the SDS or you can click on the tab next to the product description on the product page and see the ingredients for those products.
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
2. Di-HEMA
• HEMA's gentler sibling
• Often used in newer formulas
• Can be better for sensitive clients
3. EMA (Ethyl Methacrylate)
• The professional's choice
• Used in many salon-quality products
• Known for durability
4. MMA (Methyl Methacrylate)
• The one to avoid! ⚠️
• Banned in many places
• Not used in professional products - NONE of the Planet Nails products contain MMA.
• If someone offers you MMA products - run!
5. 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!
