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🚨 Skin Scam Alert: Why This Viral "Acid Microneedling" Trend is a Disaster Waiting to Happen
Scam Alert: If you’ve seen that viral TikTok trend where practitioners microneedle an aggressive acid chemical peel deep into a client's skin, your clinical alarm bells should be ringing. Sheet-peeling isn’t a sign of a successful treatment—it’s a sign of a chemical burn. Discover the real, research-backed science behind acne scar revision, why this trend is a disaster waiting to happen, and how to safely protect your skin barrier.
Laura Gavin
Jun 163 min read


The BIAB Lie: Why Your "Apex" is Failing and Your Health is at Risk
Is BIAB™ being misused? In the world of "TikTok Trends," the science of nail chemistry is being forgotten. Learn why using soft gel for long extensions is structurally impossible and potentially dangerous. From contact dermatitis to the "teeter-totter" effect of poor apex placement, we dive into the Doug Schoon standards of nail safety. Stop following the fluff and start mastering the science of healthy, durable enhancements with the Nail & Aesthetics Institute.
Nail & Aesthetics Institute
May 122 min read
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