Excellent PRO Blog
Tutorials, styling tips, product news and case studies from partner salons.
The most common problems in nail styling - practical tips from one stylist to another
The most common nail styling problems and proven solutions: single and central air bubbles, peeling color, yellowing gel, an overheating drill and flakes in No Wipe Top.
Read moreGrafen Hard Top - how to achieve a lasting mirror shine
Grafen Hard Top is a finishing top with maximum resistance to scratches and loss of shine. See how it differs from a no-wipe top and how to achieve a lasting mirror shine step by step.
Read moreGuide to Excellent PRO hybrid base coats
Speed, Fiber or Grafen Base Color? See how Excellent PRO hybrid bases differ, which nail they suit best and which one to choose for fast salon work.
Read moreWhich Excellent PRO milky gel is best for you?
Excellent PRO offers 9 milky gels in different consistencies - from the fluffy jelly Cloud Mousse through thixotropic Builder Gels to the classic Gelatix jelly. A guide to coverage, self-leveling and application of each product.
Read moreA cloud in a jar - what is Cloud Mousse
Cloud Mousse is one of the most distinctive gels in the Excellent Pro range. A light, fluffy jelly consistency, the control of a self-leveling gel, the hardest in the line after curing. A guide through properties, classic colors, effects and the flower collection.
Read moreEXPRES MANI - express hybrid styling - mani and pedi
Hybrid styling is one of the most popular salon treatments. 4 proven workflows with Grafen Base Color, Speed Base and Fiber Base - from ultra-fast for advanced techs to long-lasting salon work. Plus a simplified pedicure workflow.
Read moreFrom absolute zero to 60% - a guide to Excellent PRO transparent gels
The Excellent PRO transparency scale from Clear 0% to Rainbow Miracle 60%. Four Clear consistencies (Gel with Thixotropy, Economic, Cloud Mousse, Gelatix), stained-glass, holographic and mermaid-effect gels - when and what for.
Read moreMASTER ART by Excellent PRO - a new dimension of nail art decoration
Professional MASTER ART by Excellent PRO decoration pastes. Creamy consistency, intense pigmentation, ideal for Micropainting, Zhostovo, One Stroke, Ombre, wet-on-wet and Realistic Flower.
Read moreNew Master Line 2.0 lamp - differences from the previous model
Comparison of Master Line 2.0 and Master Line lamps. 60 sec motion sensor, G/T key markings, metal mirror base, more readable LED display. Identical Dual LED 365/405 nm diode module, 54 W, 36 diodes.
Read morePortable UV/LED Nail Lamp 10W - why not every UV lamp is the same
Small Excellent PRO 10W UV/LED lamp with Dual LED diodes like in classic lamps. Full compatibility with Excellent PRO gels, large lighting area, ideal for dualform, tips and decorations.
Read moreGel knowledge compendium - through the eyes of a nail stylist
A guide to 10 Excellent PRO gels through the eyes of a stylist: All in One, Cloud Mousse, Fiber Gel Polyamide Plus, Gel with Thixotropy, Instructor Gel, Economic Gel, Gelatix 2.0, Hard Liquid Gel, Principessa 1.0 and 2.0. Consistency and work with each product for everyone.
Read moreLamps for the stubborn - what to look for when choosing a UV/LED lamp
Four key elements of a UV/LED nail lamp: wavelength (365/405 nm), diode type (first generation, non-quartz), lamp power (48-54 W) and diode arrangement. A practical guide without elaborate descriptions.
Read moreExcellent PRO System - the stylist's complete workflow
The Excellent PRO System simplifies a stylist's work and increases styling durability regardless of the nail plate. Complete scheme: dehydration, bonder, Multifunction Grafen Base. 5 rules of effective work with the system.
Read moreLight French Pink vs Light French Pink 2.0
A comparison of two versions of the Light French Pink Excellent PRO gel. Classic milky tone vs 2.0 with a more transparent base - both from the Thixotropy series, hard, about 80% coverage.
Read moreThe most common problems when curing gel - causes and solutions
Three most common photopolymerization problems: undercured product (thick layer, weak lamp, heavily pigmented gels), color and physical change (quartz diodes), burning during curing - with solutions.
Read moreHow to work with a nail drill to make it your partner for years
5 most common nail drill operating mistakes: crooked bits (microvibrations), too deep insertion, handpiece falls, no dust extraction, improper grip. Practical tips straight from a nail salon.
Read moreExcellent PRO gel table - how to choose a gel for nail styling
A summary of Excellent PRO gels divided by services and nail styling techniques - hybrid manicure, natural plate reinforcement, refills, renewal, extension on form and tip, and dualform work.
Read moreGrafen Base - the base for everything
Excellent PRO One Coat Multifunction Grafen Base - transparent, self-leveling base with exceptionally wide application. Transition layer under gel, refills, extensions, isolation under hybrid polish and attaching 3D decorations.
Read moreMultifunction Liquid Adhesion Plus - 6 reasons to have it in the salon
Multifunction Liquid Adhesion Plus Excellent PRO - cleans and dehydrates the nail plate in one step, removes the inhibition layer, dries cuticles, gives shine to the top, supports acrylgel and stamps.
Read morePolyamide Plus Gel - salon speed + control
Fiber Gel Polyamide Plus Excellent PRO - thin gel with polyamide fibers. Excellent control, surface tension, express speed and less filing. Hard, ideal for short and long styling.
Read moreHow to prepare a new gel brush before first use?
A short step-by-step guide to preparing a new Excellent PRO gel brush - removing the cover, breaking up the resin, dipping in the base, draining the excess and securing.
Read moreReliable consistency on hot days - Instructor gels by Excellent PRO
Excellent PRO Instructor gels maintain stable application properties even in high temperatures. Jelly consistency, self-leveling, work on 4 nails at once, heavier dust - ideal for the summer season.
Read moreAbout photopolymerization and compatibility in a stylist's daily work
Photopolymerization is the process of curing light-cured products - it determines the durability of styling, client safety and your working comfort. Why the Excellent PRO lamp is a reasonable choice.
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