Struggling with lifting, poor retention, or nails not lasting as long as they should?

You’re not alone… and more importantly, it’s probably not your products.

In this episode of The Nail Tech Society, I break down one of the biggest misconceptions in the nail industry right now… that switching brands will fix your problems.

With constant ingredient changes, reformulations, and trends influencing the industry, many nail techs are spending hundreds or even thousands rebranding their kit… only to find the same issues still happening.

So what’s really going wrong?

In this episode, we cover:

• Why lifting and retention issues are rarely caused by your brand
• How incorrect prep and application impact adhesion
• The importance of lamp compatibility and proper curing

• A simple explanation of the nail plate layers and how they affect retention
• How over-filing or under-prepping the nail can lead to lifting
• Why upskilling is more valuable than constantly switching products

If you’re a nail tech feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or stuck chasing the “perfect” brand… this episode will help you refocus on what actually makes a difference.

Because once your fundamentals are right… your results change.

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Website: www.melanielewendonacademy.co.uk
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