Updated by Alyssa Bueno on August 25, 2025 Sometimes, creating numerous nail art designs daily can be time-consuming and challenging. Working as a nail tech, there will be days that feel like a breeze, while other days can feel slow. Here's when nail hacks come in handy; they make your workflow easier and help you be productive. Read our favorite iGel Beauties-approved nail hacks below. 1. Strengthening weak nails If you have weak or brittle nails, you need to upgrade your nail care routine in the summer or winter. You have to take care of your nails since, as a nail artist, you have to set an example for your clients. It can also help boost your marketing strategies online and offline. For fragile nails, we recommend adding these nail products to your routine. • Builder in a Bottle Strong and strengthening builder gel. You can read our guide about Builder Gel to learn more about this iGel Beauty product and why it's the perfect solution to your weak nails. • Sculpture Gel Sculpture gel is another excellent alternative you can use to strengthen your nails, and it is formulated to make the foundation of your nails durable for your intended nail art. 2. Using glass paper effectively Glass paper is a fun touch to your nail art with its shattered glass design. It can easily make your nail art design an instant masterpiece. If you're having difficulty using the glass paper, you can use it with a foil gel. The purpose of the foil gel is to make the foil art stick to your nails. You can also use a rhinestone picker or a wax pencil for picking up pieces of glass paper. 3. Another way of using a Monomer You can use a Monomer whenever your nail art brush becomes hard and thick after use. Rinsing your brush with a monomer can soften and act as a solvent. 4. Drill bit cheat sheet If you're still confused about what drill bit works well with what, here's a quick guide for you! • Tornado Bit - Removal of acrylic and gel • Mandrel -Shapes nails and makes the edge smooth • Barrel - Polishes nails with a healthy shine, pushes back circles, and stimulates nail growth. • Nylon Brush - Helps remove dust particles in the nail polish process. • Cone Shape - Flattens and smooths the extra-thick nails and rippled surfaces. • Diamond Ball - Detailed cuticle prep works for the nail and cuticle areas. You can read our Drill Bit guide and learn more about drill bits in depth. 5. DIY hacks for removing nail art If you're having a hard time removing your gel or dip powder nails, place the acetone in a glass bowl and place another bowl of raw, heated rice or hot water underneath. If you are using rice, heat it without water for one minute. The hot rice will heat the acetone and speed up the removal process. Nail hacks are ideal for busy nail professionals like you; whether you need nail art inspiration, best practices, or DIY hacks, you can join our iGel Beauty Facebook community. You'll learn tons from nail-related topics and connect with other iGel Beauties, too!
