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Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Claire Morawski — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:48:08 -0000

Olga, thank You for your interest in Gelish... I have emailed you. Thanks

Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Galea — Sun, 13 May 2012 17:25:05 -0000

Hello Claire. I would like to start using the Gelish products. Can you help me, please and email me from where i can get those products please? My email is: ryzanseva@mail.ru. Thanks, Olga

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Claire Morawski — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 03:54:34 -0000

Thank You for your suggestions Julie. I am glad that you have managed to take the best out of Gelish - long-lasting colour with the benefits of strong nails, and NO nail damage. Yes, you are absolutely right with removing gelish - also, I would add - DOING ONE NAIL AT A TIME - remove one foil and work on it. Do not remove all the foils at once, as otherwise the acetone would dry by the time you get to the nail, making the gelish harder to remove.

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Julie — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:50:46 -0000

Thanks so much. I love the manicures, but get annoyed with regrowth and can't always get to the salon right away. My manicure was starting to lift and I have no time to get there. I used this method and it worked like a charm. DOing one hand at a time (cause once the foil was on I couldn't do the other) Was done removing in less than a half hour. No nail damage and no residue.

Re: What can I do about Blemishes on my Legs from Mosquito Bites?

Claire Morawski — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:57:30 -0000

Maria, you are right mosquitos can be a drag. Try keeping yourself covered as much as possible, and you might want to try some natural remedies.
I particularly like this article: http://chemistry.about.com/cs/...

Readers, we would welcome suggestions about remedies that have worked for you as mosquito repellent?! Thanks.

Re: What can I do about Blemishes on my Legs from Mosquito Bites?

Maria Bonnici1959 — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:59:39 -0000

i got stuck so many times last year, so very big and inflamed bites that i am dreading summer

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Clairemorawski — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:03:29 -0000

Alanna, I'm sorry to hear about your bad experience with removing Gelish. It doesn't usually happen - Gelish usually makes your own natural nails stronger, and grow more without breaking. I am not aware that Gelish have their own remover, unless you are referring to the cleanser which is used to clean the nails.
Alanna, next time around use a normal nail polish remover WITH Acetone (can buy from the drugstore / pharmacy). This works, and you won't damage your own nails.
For now keep your nails short till they become stronger, and massage almond oil. Can also apply a clear nail-polish to give them some protection.
Hope all this helps Alanna.

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Alanna — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:44:03 -0000

I used the special gelish remover to soak off my gelish. OMG! Not only did it take way longer than 15 min. but my nails were broken and paper thin afterwards. I had to cut them all down and start over again.

Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Claire Morawski — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:06:14 -0000

Patricia - thank You for your enquiry. I have emailed you. Thanks.

Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Patricia Mifsud — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:12:16 -0000

Hi. I wish to start using the Gelish products at home. Can you email me on details, prices and from where i can get these products please...
Thanks purplemoon6@hotmail.com

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Claire Morawski — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:12:26 -0000

Amy, I am so happy that you are trying to do the right thing for your nails.
You don't need to buy any special kit to remove Gelish (or any other soak-off gel polish) - you only need cotton wool, strips of foil and acetone. Amy, make sure that what you are applying is pure acetone.
Now, with regards to UV light. UV light in itself does not cause any heat, so by doing the procedure you mentioned, you won't be heating up the acetone. We use the UV light to 'cure' (which is actually to harden) the gel polish, as otherwise it won't ever dry. You can read more about UV here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U...
Amy, you can either try to research to see exactly what was put on your nails and go from there, or else (as it might be that you don't have the soak-off gel polish, but the normal gel polish) try buffing a lot the gel polish, then apply cotton soaked in acetone, then keep buffing. Continue this cycle till the gel has been removed. Be as gentle as possible to your nails. Then after removing keep your nails short till they strengthen, and apply almond oil.
Keep me updated Amy!

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Amy — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 12:51:46 -0000

Thank you Claire. I did buff them first. The application was at a salon and I'm not sure if it was Gelfish or another brand. I had this done at a salon 2 other times and my memory seems to tell me that they put my nails wrapped in acetone soaked cotton and foil under the UV light then the gel came off and they easily removed excess with the stick.
I have not bought my own kit to remove and start afresh but cannot get this layer off without scraping roughly and thought the light might heat up the acetone and help in the removal. Is this OK to try or a no-no?

Re: Moisturizers – Why do I need a moisturizer? (Part 1)

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:39:52 -0000

Thank You for your comment.

Re: Moisturizers – Why do I need a moisturizer? (Part 1)

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:39:42 -0000

I'm glad that you found the information useful. Please let me know if there is a particular topic you'd like to see more about. Thanks.

Re: Moisturizer Ingredients – What To Look Out For and What To Avoid (Part 3)

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:38:26 -0000

I'm glad that you are enjoying the articles. Let me know if there is a particular topic that you'd like to read more about. Thanks

Re: What to Expect During a Facial?

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:36:53 -0000

You are right. Salt is a natural exfoliator - it helps to remove any 'dead skin cells'. But be gentle with you face, as you don't want to be too harsh, as you'll end up with microscopic cuts in your skin which can lead to a sensitive skin. Lime juice is a natural lightener and brightener - so you will get a bright glowing face. And the clay will help to absorb an excess oils from your skin - kaolin clay is excellent for this purpose.
Thanks for posting and sharing.

Re: How to WOW with a Self-Tanning Lotion

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:34:03 -0000

Thanks:-). Let me know if there is a particular topic you'd like to see more!

Re: Suntana Spray Tan

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:30:57 -0000

Check out with the agents – they are located in the UK. Email them and I’m sure they can help you out to start using Suntana in the US. Their website is: http://www.suntana.co.uk They are extremely good products – good result and economic. Wish you luck.

Re: What to Expect During a Facial?

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:29:59 -0000

I hope you enjoyed your facial!!! Yes, to remove blackheads it has to be done through a facial. To be completely on top of the blackheads you would need to have regular facials (one every season) and use the right products. I personally believe a lot in Environ products for results. You can check who stocks them in your area by visiting the Environ webpage, and writing to them. Best to You.

Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:27:58 -0000

Hi Gelish is amazing – I am getting such good results. With regards to your question, could you kindly email me at: info@mySkinandCo.com, so that I could reply to you via email. Many thanks.

Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:26:47 -0000

Are you based in Malta? As the price differs from one country to another.

Re: Gelish Soak Off Gel Polish

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:26:20 -0000

Hello Nadia. Thank You for your interest. I have emailed you.

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:24:19 -0000

Stephanie, I am assuming that you only peeled one nail off. How did you remove the Gelish from your other fingers/toes?
If you peeled off all the Gelish, then follow the advice I gave to Stephanie. Also you might want to SLIGHTLY AND GENTLY buff your natural nails using a soft buffer.
Hope this helps?

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:23:23 -0000

Don’t worry Stephanie. As Heather has noticed, you would removed a fine layer of your natural nail while peeling off your Gelish. You wouldn’t have damager your nail per se, but just weakened them slightly.So for now you would need to strengthen your own natural nails. Just apply almond or olive oil to your nails and cuticles. Whenever you can (at least before going to sleep), rub in the oil and massage it in. This should work with your current nail length – just in case, to bring the strength back, file your nails a bit shorter than usual.Don’t apply Gelish again until you see that your natural nails are back to normal. Your nails should start looking better in a couple of days.I assume that your nails look a bit rough to the texture, when you say that your nails look weird, no?Let me know how this works out, and don’t hesitate to comment if you require further information.

Re: How to Remove Gelish Polish at Home – in 7 easy steps

Claire Morawski — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:22:39 -0000

You are right Bibi. A bit of almond oil will help. And keeping your nails short till your nails strengthen.