As many of you know, as well as running The Nail Club, I am also on the Board of Directors for The Federation of Nail Professionals alongside the esteemed Marian Newman (the queen of nails!) who has been assisting the BBC's Niki Cardwell with information about the alarming rate of nail allergies caused by home gel kits.
The story has broken today and is all across the BBC on Breakfast on BBC1 this morning, and can be seen on BBC News on iPlayer with an interview with Marian Newman at 09:50.
You are also no doubt aware of these issues as I often talk about them to my clients and can explain how and why these allergies can occur.
But I wanted to reassure you all once again that I am a qualified, professional nail technician and have chosen to work solely with Bio Sculpture for my gel services because they are one of the best brands on the market.
Bio Sculpture invented nail gel and for the last 34 years has been creating innovative, high performance gel products. They have accrued a renowned reputation for their commitment to education and professionalism and all their products are made in their own factory in South Africa. A factory which any nail tech can visit if we wish.
Bio Sculpture gels contain a percentage of acrylates that is way below the legal limit and is within the recommended amount which has been tested by scientists and dermatologists.
It is really important to remember to go to a qualified nail technician who understands this about the products they are using. As a consumer buying home nail kits, you don't get this information about the levels of known allergens. If you know people that are still using home kits, please let them know. Gel kits including HEMA are now illegal to sell direct to consumers.
As always, I am happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have on these issues.
I am also here to continue to give you beautiful and safe nails.
Have a lovely day.
Clare xx
