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Diary of a Nail Tech

What's new in the world of nails...

After 40 years behind the nail table, I can still talk about nails all day long. I’ve watched trends come and go, tried more colors than I could ever count, and learned that beautiful nails can change the way someone feels.

Welcome to Diary of a Nail Tech, where I share techniques I’ve learned, products I love, colors inspiring me, and stories from a life spent doing what I love.

Pull up a chair—we have plenty to talk about!

Four Nails Done Right HEMA-free gel essentials: Ballerina builder gel, non-acid primer, base coat, and no-wipe top coat
Diary of a Nail Tech

Four HEMA-Free Gel Essentials Every Nail Tech Needs

Four HEMA-Free Gel Essentials Every Nail Tech Needs Beautiful, long-lasting gel nails begin with the right foundation. After 40 years behind the nail table, I’ve ...
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October 2026 NDR Pro Membership box featuring Mauvelous, Wednesday, Showgirl, No-Cleanse Top Coat, and Luscious Lavender Chrome Flakes
Nails Done Right Pro Membership

October 2026 Nail Subscription Box: Fall Colors & Halloween Sparkle.

October’s NDR Pro Membership box is here, and I put this one together for anyone who loves a little drama with their fall nails. You’ll ...
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Linda Reyes, owner of Nails Done Right, photographed in September 2026
Diary of a Nail Tech

40 Years Behind the Nail Table: A New Chapter for Nails Done Right Professional Nail Products

I’ve done nails since 1986. Here’s why I’ve transformed Nails Done Right into a home for the gel colors and professional nail products I love.
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rainbow hair during a Virgo season self-care and beauty routine
Lifestyle & Inspiration

Virgo Season Self-Care: Beauty & Healthy Routines | Nails Done Right

After an intense eclipse season, I'm embracing Virgo season self-care through healthy routines, exercise, meditation, colorful hair, beautiful nails and the simple practice of doing ...
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How to apply chrome nails for long-lasting wear with a smooth chrome finish
nail education

How to Apply Chrome Nails for Long-Lasting Wear: Professional Chrome Nail Application Tips

Want to know how to apply chrome nails for long-lasting wear without peeling or chipping? One of the most common questions I hear from nail ...
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HEMA Free nail Products

The Best HEMA-Free Nail Products for Nail Techs

When I created the very first Nails Done Right Pro Membership package, I knew exactly where I wanted to begin — with the foundation. HEMA-free ...
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