JuanDaBomb -> RE: Accidentally discovered nail trick (May 6 2013 7:32:20)
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I think the nail damage from the glue that a_arnold is talking about is the thin layer of nail surface the glue takes with it every time it separates from the nail. At least, that is my main problem. My routine: very lightly scuff up the nail surface with a semi-fine file, wipe the surface with alcohol for best adhesion, apply super thin cyano in a thin layer (if I can see the liquid bead up on my nail then I put it on too thick). If I put another layer, then I scuff that layer up like before (although I've read that the super thin cyano does not require a roughed up surface), wipe with alcohol, so on. But I usually don't bother with more than one layer. My main problem is when the glue separates from the nail without necessarily chipping off. This happens when the nail inevitably flexes more than the glue likes, and it breaks the bond in that area. The area resembles like a halo, it's whiter than the surrounding area. And scuffing up the area and applying more glue on it doesn't repair the lifting, of course. The only way I've found to repair it is to put a few drops of acetone on a piece of paper towel and use some pressure and light rubbing to "melt" the glue and allow it stick again. It works, sorta, but not even close to good enough. I don't think the cyano will ever work the way we want it to (and I've tried lots of brands and viscosities). I found a rubberized CA which might be promising since it allows some flex before failing. But then again maybe not, and plus it's a black color lol. I'm going to try your method, a_arnold. Thanks for sharing. I can imagine your method working if the rock hard stuff allows some flexibility, while the CA provides the strength. I'm curious enough to try. Do you think you can provide a link to the rock hard stuff you use?
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