Bio Sculpture Gel Vs. Bio Gel Truths and Myths

Have you ever been to a "discount" salon and noticed they offer "Bio Gel"? It's usually priced higher than other enhancement services, and they may have tried to up sell you on it, but have you ever wondered the difference between "Bio Gel" and other services? I'll tell you what the difference is aside from it's price...Absolutely nothing.

"Bio Gel" is actually a knock off of a revolutionary product called Bio Sculpture Gel. The greatest attribute of Bio Sculpture Gel is that unlike regular Gel enhancements, it is formulated to quickly dissolve for removal purposes as opposed to the traditional Gel removal method of filing down the application. You must also be certified by Bio Sculpture Gel in order to purchase and use their products.

"Bio Gel" on the other hand, does not dissolve and is essentially the same as UV Gel, so why are people being led to believe that it's worth the extra cash?

If you are a "Bio Gel" enthusiast, I recommend you ask your salon specifically whether it is Bio Sculpture Gel they use or not. If it is, they should be able to present their official certificate. If they cannot produce one, they are basically just misleading and overcharging you. Any accredited Nail professional will gladly display and present their certificates on their wall or by request. Don't be fooled again!

For more information on Bio Sculpture Gel, visit their site: http://www.biosculpturenails.com/

Implement Safety at Home

The cleanliness of personal grooming implements may often go overlooked, however, the importance of proper sanitation is just as necessary in the home as it is in the salon. Even though you may think it's just your bacteria, it's still bacteria, and it may not just be yours alone. You can just as easily catch an infection from your own implements as you could from those at an unsanitary salon.

Although most people don't use an autoclave or hospital grade disinfectants in the home, as all reputable salons do and should, you can still take precautions to minimize the risk of cross contamination. Firstly, it is always a good idea to wash your hands or feet before clipping or grooming your nails.

Wash clippers, pushers, nippers, etc, with antibacterial soap after each use and clean off any organic matter left behind. Once you have washed and dried your implements, place them in a glass or dish of rubbing alcohol for a minimum of 5 minutes. Although this process will sanitize your tools, it will NOT sterilize or disinfect. This process will simply reduce the risk of infection.

You can easily incorporate these cleaning habits into your routine and do your part to minimize the risk of infection from viruses and bacteria. Think of it this way: You wouldn't re-use a dirty knife and fork would you? So the next time you use your grooming tools, try practicing better sanitation and safety habits. You recognize the importance of sanitizing your hands, why not sanitize the tools that keep them in shape?