https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/competitions/6-ways-entering-competitions-improves-salon-work 2022-09-27T15:18:41+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/IMG_6563_2.jpg?v=1657806542 6 Ways Entering Competitions Improves Salon Work https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/competitions/am-i-ready-to-enter-a-nail-competition 2022-08-08T11:14:13+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Scratch-Stars-2021-Winners-pic.jpg?v=1657806722 Am I Ready To Enter A Nail Competition? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/sustainability/how-to-be-a-more-sustainable-salon-nail-tech 2024-05-09T11:32:50+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Earth-hands-sustainable.jpg?v=1657806665 How To Be a More Sustainable Salon & Nail Tech https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/nailtipsvsnailforms 2022-09-21T14:57:47+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Correctly_fitting_a_nail_tip.jpg?v=1657807658 Are nail forms or tips better? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/business-blogs/is-teaching-nails-right-for-me 2022-08-08T11:17:39+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Katie_Barnes_working_photo.png?v=1657807796 Is Teaching Nails The Next Step For You? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/business-blogs/what-should-i-charge-for-nail-art 2024-06-20T15:11:19+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Dagger_photoshoot.jpg?v=1657807977 What Should I Charge For Nail Art? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/do-you-need-ppe-working-in-nails-beauty 2022-07-14T15:22:43+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Personal-Protective-Equipment-PPE.jpg?v=1657808465 Do You Need PPE Working in Nails & Beauty? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/cleaning-disinfecting-sterilising-your-manicure-equipment 2026-02-24T22:38:14+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/IMG_9552.jpg?v=1771972694 Cleaning, Disinfecting & Sterilising Your Nail Tools and E-File Bits https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-store-nail-products-correctly 2022-08-24T14:36:27+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/preparation-liquids.jpg?v=1657809308 How To Store Nail Products Correctly https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-prolong-nail-polish-wear 2022-08-24T14:36:10+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/smile_lines_for_gel_polish.png?v=1657810989 How To Prolong Nail Polish Wear https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/anatomy/understanding-nail-anatomy 2022-08-24T14:36:01+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/What_is_the_cuticle.jpg?v=1657811061 Understanding Nail Anatomy https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/industry/why-you-shouldnt-say-chinese-salons 2022-08-24T14:35:48+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/istockphoto-1128230184-612x612.jpg?v=1657811916 Why You Shouldn't Say 'Chinese Salons' https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-correctly-remove-lifting-enhancements 2022-07-14T16:20:18+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Filing_lifting_2.jpg?v=1657812018 How To Correctly Remove Lifting Enhancements https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/choosing-the-right-form-for-the-right-enhancement 2022-10-10T16:54:05+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/crystal-nails-stiletto-forms.jpg?v=1657812150 What are the best nail forms? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/choosing-the-right-nail-shape-for-clients 2022-07-14T16:24:58+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Salon_nail_thickness.jpg?v=1657812298 Choosing The Right Nail Shape For Clients https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-file-different-nail-shapes 2023-02-01T11:22:23+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Filing_Parallel_sides_1.png?v=1657812432 How To File Different Nail Shapes https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-rebuild-a-damaged-toenail 2022-07-14T16:32:18+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Katie-Barnes-blog-step-7-450x600.jpg?v=1657812738 How To Rebuild A Damaged Toenail https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/when-to-book-in-your-next-nail-appointment 2022-09-13T12:00:37+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/4_week_grown_acrylics.jpg?v=1657812818 How long should you leave in-between nail appointments? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/why-did-my-nail-break 2022-07-14T16:34:46+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Trauma_caused_to_nail._Do_not_touchjpg.jpg?v=1657812886 Why Did My Nail Break? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/enhancements-how-to-decide-the-right-thickness 2022-09-24T19:05:33+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Gel_Polish_thicknesd.jpg?v=1657807531 How thick should your nails be? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/best-angle-to-look-at-nail-enhancements 2022-09-20T17:10:56+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Client_s_perspective_view.jpg?v=1657807443 Best Angle To Look At Nail Enhancements https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/brushes/choosing-the-right-brush-for-acrylic 2022-09-13T11:54:35+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/ruined_acrylic_brush.jpg?v=1657807022 What's the best brush for acrylic nails? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/understanding-apex-placement-for-different-nail-shapes 2022-08-08T11:11:35+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Rebalancing_the_apex.png?v=1657806623 Understanding Apex Placement For Different Nail Shapes https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/anatomy/identifying-common-nail-disorders 2022-08-24T14:36:52+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Screenshot_2022-07-14_at_14.55.36.png?v=1657806946 Identifying Common Nail Disorders https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/anatomy/nail-myths-busted 2022-08-24T14:36:42+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/1ca7363f-28eb-46d1-9027-0cc70be69d5c.jpg?v=1657554462 Nail Myths: Busted Nail Myths Image https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/nail-file-guide-what-grit 2022-08-24T14:34:50+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Screenshot_2022-05-05_at_13.52.00.png?v=1658395412 Nail File Guide: What Grit? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-deal-with-nail-service-breakdown 2022-08-24T14:35:12+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Lifting.jpg?v=1658396967 How to deal with nail service breakdown https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/how-to-know-which-gloves-to-choose 2023-05-16T12:50:16+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Gloves-pic-Katie-Barnes-nails.jpg?v=1658490333 How to know which gloves to choose https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/understanding-the-drying-stages-of-liquid-and-powder-acrylic 2022-09-23T11:15:49+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/bd747b68ecebb2fc33c0073cb362a5e1--long-fingernails-acrylic-nails.jpg?v=1659610102 Understanding the drying stages of liquid and powder acrylic https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/gel-polish-troubleshooting-guide 2022-09-23T11:22:24+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/gel_polish_troubleshooting_3.jpg?v=1660067040 Gel Polish Troubleshooting Guide https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/business-blogs/how-to-crack-the-consultation-step 2022-08-24T14:34:25+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/IMG_5634.jpg?v=1660067384 How to crack the consultation step https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-remove-nail-enhancements-and-gel-polish-at-home 2022-09-13T12:10:24+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/incorrect_removal_damage.jpg?v=1663067424 How to remove nail enhancements and gel polish at home https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/anatomy/revisiting-nail-anatomy 2022-08-24T14:33:49+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/What_is_the_cuticle_09f6e5bc-d73c-43d1-b1a6-73862d5f5951.jpg?v=1660139828 Revisiting Nail Anatomy https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/industry/stop-referring-to-nss-as-chinese-nail-salons 2022-08-24T14:33:39+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/360_F_191083470_VtFAYAD2WjBIyvFk80Llr7sJ0hAFhCv3.jpg?v=1660139976 Stop referring to NSS as Chinese Nail Salons https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/choosing-the-right-nail-shape-to-suit-your-client 2022-08-24T14:33:16+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Week_16.jpg?v=1660140106 Choosing the right nail shape to suit your client https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/business-blogs/time-saving-techniques-for-social-media 2022-08-11T16:26:47+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/FINALIST_-_Social_Media.jpg?v=1660231607 Time Saving Techniques for Social Media https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/how-to-safely-and-correctly-remove-the-cuticle-during-nail-prep 2022-08-23T13:26:23+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/KB_Cuticle_Scissors_measurement.png?v=1660559266 How to safely and correctly remove the cuticle during nail prep https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/anatomy/how-to-identify-if-you-have-mold-on-your-nail 2022-08-23T13:25:12+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Mold_on_Nail.png?v=1661254061 How to identify if you have mold on your nail https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/how-to-prevent-damage-to-your-nail-tools 2024-05-09T11:32:06+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Damaged-scissorsJPG-221x500.jpg?v=1661345933 How to prevent damage to your nail tools https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/how-to-practice-nails-without-a-model 2022-08-25T16:46:12+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Working-on-self-imageJPG.jpg?v=1661442372 How to practice nails without a model https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/step-by-step-on-creating-a-butterfly-shaped-acrylic-nail 2022-08-29T14:59:42+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Scratch_step_by_step_2.jpg?v=1661781582 Step by step on creating a butterfly shaped acrylic nail https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/step-by-step-scratch-cover-nails-traffic-light-lollipop-design 2022-08-29T15:20:34+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/thumbnail_MARCH_2018_low_res_cover.jpg?v=1661782552 Step by Step Scratch Cover Nails - Traffic Light Lollipop Design https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/understanding-acrylic-chemistry-mix-ratio 2022-08-31T17:15:11+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/ACRYLIC_BEAD.jpg?v=1661962511 Understanding Acrylic Chemistry & Mix Ratio https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/what-is-the-difference-between-acrylic-and-gel 2022-08-31T17:20:44+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/smile_lines_for_gel_polish_061df1d0-8a2f-47ee-8e96-f3571952f14e.png?v=1661962687 What is the difference between acrylic and gel? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/why-a-consultation-is-key-to-customer-service 2022-09-08T10:09:58+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/beauty-consultation-form.jpg?v=1662628198 Why a consultation is key to customer service https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/why-it-is-important-to-tailor-your-nail-service-to-each-individual-client 2022-09-08T10:14:27+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/AJFeatherPhotography-Katies_Product-12.jpg?v=1662628451 Why it is important to tailor your nail service to each individual client https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-improve-your-acrylic-or-gel-smile-lines 2022-09-09T15:29:59+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Smile_line_client_view.jpg?v=1662733799 How to improve your acrylic or gel smile lines https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-perfect-gel-polish-application-at-the-cuticle 2022-09-12T16:43:18+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/katie-barnes-cuticle-gel-polish.jpg?v=1662997398 How to perfect gel polish application at the cuticle https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/e-filing/are-e-file-manicures-safe 2025-09-15T13:49:53+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Cuticle_work_E-File_too_high_speed_d0e0eb5c-7a7b-4038-9289-d1dffea32591.jpg?v=1757940593 Are E-File Manicures Safe? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/how-to-stop-your-nail-tools-from-rusting 2022-09-21T13:50:42+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Rusty-tools-480x600.jpg?v=1663756866 How to stop your nail tools from rusting https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/what-nail-tips-are-best 2022-09-21T14:26:58+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Katie-Barnes-Nail-Tip.jpg?v=1663766144 What nail tips are best? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/sustainability/what-nail-products-can-be-recycled 2022-09-27T14:22:14+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/beautyproductrecyclingschemes-1601033485.jpg?v=1664283814 What nail products can be recycled? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/sustainability/how-to-make-your-nail-and-beauty-salon-more-sustainable 2022-09-27T14:21:22+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Earth-hands-sustainable_d65a7f08-4496-409a-b882-9298dfdb4913.jpg?v=1664284711 How to make your nail and beauty salon more sustainable https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/can-you-disinfect-nail-files 2022-10-03T12:44:24+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/ABA_Nail_file_research_1.jpg?v=1664364969 Can you disinfect nail files? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-know-if-your-form-fit-is-straight 2022-10-03T12:35:39+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Measuring_straight_from_the_side_view.jpg?v=1664796939 How to know if your form fit is straight? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-file-the-lower-arch-and-side-walls-without-removing-too-much 2022-10-03T12:38:04+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Filing-the-lower-arch-step-3.jpg?v=1664797084 How to file the lower arch and side walls without removing too much https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-fit-nail-forms-to-different-nail-shapes 2022-10-10T16:53:10+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Form_tailoring.jpg?v=1665417121 How to fit nail forms to different nail shapes https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-get-consistent-nail-lengths 2022-10-18T15:56:48+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Checking-lengths-1200x1063.jpg?v=1666105008 How to get consistent nail lengths https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/why-are-my-nails-not-consistent 2022-10-19T11:34:50+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Before_filing_the_concave.jpg?v=1666175690 Why are my nails not consistent? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/how-to-get-consistent-nail-enhancements 2022-10-20T08:41:17+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/908BD6C2-56F6-4BE5-AA8A-1E7D25648479.jpg?v=1666251426 How to get consistent nail enhancements https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/why-how-to-take-care-of-yourself-at-the-nail-desk 2022-10-27T15:38:32+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Katie-Barnes-correct-position-1.jpg?v=1666868897 Nail techs: Are you experiencing hand, wrist, shoulder and back pain? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/e-filing/whats-that-noise 2025-09-15T13:49:18+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/IMG_8812_8397305c-d337-4047-ab36-a5bdb75bec15.jpg?v=1757940558 Why is vibration bad when it comes to e-filing? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/e-filing/why-are-my-e-file-bits-skipping 2025-09-15T13:48:21+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Screenshot_2023-01-05_at_11.04.23_f7b9c0b0-24d6-44e9-bb7a-436b8c8d697c.png?v=1757940501 Why are my e-file bits skipping? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/industry/why-every-nail-tech-should-go-back-to-basics 2022-11-01T16:56:56+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Almond-filing-technique-step-1-300x300.jpg?v=1667321816 Why every Nail Tech should go back to basics https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/what-is-an-msds-sds-sheet 2022-11-08T10:47:51+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Screenshot_2022-11-08_at_10.45.56.png?v=1667904471 What is an MSDS (SDS) sheet? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/katiebarnesblogs/how-to-improve-your-nail-photos 2022-11-17T16:10:21+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/IMG_8330.jpg?v=1668701211 How to improve your nail photos https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/katiebarnesblogs/getting-the-best-hand-pose-for-your-nail-photos 2022-11-17T16:09:52+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Hand_Poses-2.png?v=1668701378 What are the best hand poses for nail photos? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/katiebarnesblogs/cause-and-treatment-of-pocket-lifting 2022-12-03T13:10:54+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/pocket_lifting.png?v=1669896133 Cause and treatment of pocket lifting https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/why-you-shouldnt-use-craft-glitter-in-your-nail-services 2022-12-28T14:25:48+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Katie-Barnes-Glitters-for-blog.jpg?v=1672237548 Why you shouldn't use craft glitter in your nail services https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/preparation/what-is-the-difference-between-acid-free-and-acid-based-nail-primer 2022-12-31T14:52:37+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/primer-acid-free.jpg?v=1672498357 What is the difference between acid free and acid based nail primer? https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/when-to-apply-a-new-set-or-how-to-change-the-nail-shape 2025-09-15T13:41:54+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/blogs1-03_4976817a-2d5c-428b-95c9-35dd4c3d7caf.png?v=1757940114 When to apply a new set or how to change the nail shape 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E-Filing: Innovative Practice Techniques for Nail Technicians https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/e-filing/understanding-heat-build-up-in-e-filing-tips-for-nail-technicians-to-ensure-client-comfort 2025-09-15T13:48:51+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Screenshot_2024-02-23_at_12.24.43_b9a8336c-e612-49fb-a8cf-ff395a5a8a19.png?v=1757940531 Understanding Heat Build-Up in E-Filing: Tips for Nail Technicians to Ensure Client Comfort https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/e-filing/why-does-your-e-file-handpiece-make-noise-understanding-the-possible-reasons 2025-09-15T13:40:24+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/kk-04_4a800ba8-2483-415a-badc-c4fff04f2972.png?v=1757940024 Why Does Your E-File Handpiece Make Noise: Understanding the Possible Reasons https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/e-filing/why-e-file-bits-get-clogged 2025-09-15T13:47:45+01:00 weekly 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https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/logo_core-05cc48f42eb10e196976666b3befb796298d6f6b42292c839388b51f4156ae23.svg?v=1730381200 Introducing PHAB Service Stars: A Game-Changer for Nail Technicians https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/business-blogs/how-to-price-your-services-to-make-profit 2025-02-21T14:13:50+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/cover_9190012.jpg?v=1740147230 How to price your services to make profit https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/allergies-and-nail-tech-protection/why-the-right-lighting-is-essential-for-nail-techs 2025-03-26T12:23:54+00:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/Screenshot_2025-03-26_at_11.57.09.png?v=1742991834 Why the right lighting is essential for Nail Techs https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/brushes/how-to-clean-your-nail-brushes 2025-09-05T00:00:03+01:00 weekly 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2025-09-15T13:40:03+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/IMG_0518_2289f139-dd25-4998-b5cc-73dcb19d59d0.jpg?v=1757940003 The Truth About Cheap Bits vs. Katie Barnes Quality https://www.katiebarnesacademy.com/blogs/nail-structure-application/why-are-nails-lifting-more-in-the-heat-summer-challenges-solved 2025-09-15T13:37:30+01:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0400/2591/5557/articles/OopsieInUse2_1e6d3c8c-6507-4277-8ec3-3841da5fc4cd.jpg?v=1757939850 Why Are Nails Lifting More in the Heat? 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