Contra Indications

Any signs which indicate that a particular task should not be completed or carried out at all.   

Contra-indications to Artificial nail structures – 
A contra-indication is a condition of the nail or the surrounding skin which would prevent a treatment being performed. These include diseases both infectious and non-infectious, some disorders and some abnormalities. The term Onychosis is used to describe any nail disease.  

Infectious nail and surrounding skin tissue diseases, ie Viral, fungal and bacterial. 

Non-infectious nails and surrounding skin tissue diseases , ie psoriasis and eczema.

Cuts, abrasions, open wounds etc. 

Allergies. 

Poor circulation.

Recently scarred skin tissue. 

Bruising, sprains, broken bones etc. 

Cuticle damage.

Extremely thin weak nails. 

Extreme nail curvature. 

Asthma (this condition needs thought if your client suffers from Asthma. U.V. gel may be more suitable as there are no fumes). 

Severely bitten nails. 

Diabetes. 

Onycholysis. 

Some medications. 

Heavy manual work, constant use of chemicals etc.