I have loved the nail industry since I was little. I used to make my own press-ons using school glue and a ruler. As a teen, I discovered acrylic, french tips. I fell in love with the colors, the airbrush designs, and the longer, the better! Over the years, I endured many painful trips to the salon. It wasn't just one salon; I tried many different locations! My skin would be cut, nails would be red and sore for days, my nails would be super thin and bendy. If that wasn't bad enough, the fumes gave me terrible headaches. I thought all of that was normal and part of having long nails. Hey, I am not knocking on acrylics. If that is your thing, you go for it, but I wanted something different. I needed something different.

 

After my kids got a little bit older, I was able to take some time and go back to school. Now, as a licensed and certified Nail Technician, I have learned so much of what shouldn't be normalized. For one, your manicure should never hurt! Those red lines are in fact damaged nail beds caused from over filing, and we shouldn't have to feel the burning sensation that comes with a manicure. Other soreness is typically caused from too much product curing too quickly, or an allergy/sensitivity to the products being used, and or damage caused from enhancements (including polish) that gets ripped off. Either from your tech, or self-inflicted. Hey, we've all done it, including myself. That little piece gets caught in your hair or clothes and bam! Off she goes. Disposable products should never be re-used. I can't be the only person that watched someone reuse a file and not think twice about it! All implements should be sanitized and disinfected for each client! I go one step further and sterilize anything that can withstand the heat! It's scary to think that not all places wash their tools properly or know how to.

 

I am committed to giving you the best experience but without soreness, headaches, and allergies, using quality products without the added toxins. Okay, wait a second. Let's be honest, nothing is completely free of chemicals except maybe light, heat, sound, and maybe there’s something else but either way, know that you have safer options! Your nail health is my top priority so I wouldn't use anything that I wouldn't use on myself. If you have any questions, feel free to message me. Thank you for stopping by and I look forward to seeing you and your nails!     <3 Suzan