10 mistakes in the work of the master that cause the coating not to wear (and how to fix it)
No matter how much experience you have, almost every craftsman has encountered a situation: a client writes after 5–10 days — “flaking”, “chips”, “fell off the corner”…
And the most insidious thing is that sometimes it seems that “everything is done correctly.”
We have collected the most common mistakes that really affect the wearability of the coating - and simple solutions that can be implemented today.
Insufficient preparation of the nail plate
This is the number one reason for peeling. If the nail is poorly cleaned or the polish is removed superficially, the base coat will not adhere.
How to fix:
- work with a saw/buff without fanaticism, but evenly
- Pay special attention to the area near the cuticle and side rollers.
- be sure to remove dust (dry brush or lint-free wipes)
Too “wet” degreasing
When the napkin is too wet, you don't remove the grease - you "smear" it.
Decision:
- 2 Nail Prep Approaches
- 4 napkins for 5 fingers is the norm, not an “excess”
- do not touch the nail after degreasing
The material goes on the cuticle
Even 0.5 mm of “leakage” = air in this area and delamination.
Decision:
- work in thin layers
- use a thin brush for contouring
- 2 thin layers are better than 1 thick one
Incorrect alignment
When the apex “floats” and the thickness at the free edge is too high, the edge chips more quickly.
Decision:
- the apex must be in the correct zone
- edge - thin but sealed
- control of lateral parallels
Unsealed end
The end is like a door to the coating. If it is open, the material will start to “remove”.
Decision:
- seal the end with base/color/top
- remove material from under the end (so as not to “stick”)
Insufficient polymerization
The lamp may be weak, the diodes may be worn out, or the master may be drying it “just for show.”
Decision:
- check the lamp (real power, diodes)
- sushi full time according to instructions
- thumbs up sushi separately
Inappropriate base for nail type
Hard base on flexible nails = cracks. Soft on hard = peeling.
Decision:
- thin/flexible — elastic bases
- hard/long — gel/acrylic gel strengthening
- don't do "one size fits all"
Filed over natural nail
Paradox: the more you drink, the worse your socks are.
Decision:
- remove the shine, not the layers of the nail
- with a 220 grit file without pressure
- Better stable preparation than “meat”
Overheating in the lamp
Overheated nail = client discomfort + microcracks + peeling.
Decision:
- don't make the layer too thick
- use materials without strong heat
- sushi with pause or “low heat mode”
Client's home habits
The coating may be perfect, but the customer opens the cans with their fingernails
Decision:
- briefly explain the rules after the procedure
- recommend cleaning gloves
- Don't be shy to remind me: "nails are not tools"
Conclusion
Wearability is always the sum of the parts: preparation + material selection + technique + polymerization.
And the good news is that 90% of problems are solved not by a "miracle base", but by a stable work system.
