Aftercare

Before your appointment

1. Arrive with clean, product-free nails unless you’ve booked a removal.
2. Send your reference photos ahead on the Design your set page so we can plan the art.
3. Bring any extra inspo on your phone and tell me about allergies or sensitivities.
4. Arrive on time — there is a 10-minute grace period, then a $10 late fee, and the appointment is cancelled after 15 minutes.

What to bring

• Your reference photos or screenshots (even if you already uploaded them)
• A phone charger and headphones if your set is a long one
• Your deposit confirmation email (or the manage link) in case we need to change a time
• Clean, product-free nails unless you booked a removal — arrive with nothing on top
• Tell me about allergies, sensitivities or anything on your skin before we start
• A payment method for the rest of your total — your deposit is applied to it
• A friend or snack is fine, but this is one-on-one, so please check with me before bringing guests

Caring for your set

1. Avoid hot water and heavy lotion for the first 1–2 hours after your appointment.
2. Use cuticle oil daily — it keeps gel flexible and your nails healthy.
3. Wear gloves for cleaning and dishes.
4. Don't use your nails as tools (cans, stickers, keys).
5. If a nail lifts or breaks, message me — don't pick or peel it, which damages the natural nail.
6. Book your fill or removal every 3–4 weeks.

Removal

1. Please don’t peel or pull your set off — it takes layers of your natural nail with it.
2. Book a removal with me (or a trusted tech) for a gentle soak-off and nail care.
3. Skip a few days between sets if your nails feel thin or sensitive; cuticle oil helps.