Liz requested that I briefly explain the difference between HEA and HEMA. HEA (Hydroxyethyl Acrylate) is the acrylated version and HEMA (Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate) methacrylated version of the same base resin. The methacrylated versions of the resins that we use in our industry are typically less allergenic to use than the acrylated versions of the same resin type. The methacrylated versions also have less heat generated during curing and will usually have better gloss after curing. This is all assuming that the main structure of the resin is the same between the acrylated and methacrylated versions. So, HEA will be faster curing, less exothermic and have a better gloss than HEMA. The same will hold true for THFA vs THFMA and others

@TheNailHub

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim!

@nancyreynoso6027

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheNailHub So I was going through the ingredients on some of the soak-off gel polishes I have and do see HEMA as one of the ingredients but listed midway which is fine from what I understood in your video. My concern is a soak-off gel polish base coat that lists ,monomer and 2 hydroxyethyl acrylate as the last ingredient on the list. Should I be worried?

@jimmcconnell6079

4 жыл бұрын

@@nancyreynoso6027 I wouldn't be worried. Would you do us a favor and send me a picture of the ingredients or send the SDS to my email? jim@mclabs.us.com. I will get back to you as soon as I have a chance to review the information. I don't want to speak poorly of any company but want to give you as much information as possible on how to handle anything safely.

@jimmcconnell6079

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nancy reynoso - you can view all of our SDSs at www.lightelegance.com.

@sushles

4 жыл бұрын

I've noticed it always seems that when you add or remove an carbon group to any substance, to change it from meth- to eth- or remove it entirely, stability and safety seems to increase. Methylmercury -> ethylmercury :\

I'm chemist and nail technician student I'm so happy to watch that kind of video. Thank you so much.

@smokeyization

3 жыл бұрын

That kind of a video.

I strongly believe that a product containing free HEMA shouldn't be sold to the general public for obvious reasons! It's cheap af but the cost and chance of developing an unbearable allergy to it seems too likely and carries a higher cost! Folk who have less education tend to rely heavily on cheaper products sadly. People should also know that acrylic isn't fully cured until maybe a full day or two later and that when you are filing/finish filing the acrylic you are creating a powdery aerosol of uncured acrylic and that it's imperative to learn how to lay liquid and powder as perfectly as you could possibly to reduce this effect and possible cause of allergies!

@lanithered3848

3 жыл бұрын

I agree they should not be available... I learnt that the hard way after naively buying a "bargain" set online. I have now developed a painful allergic reaction and my previously long, elegant nail beds are split, lifted, bleeding and stubby-looking! 😖

@DarlingKaya

3 жыл бұрын

Seal and protect from Magnetic is actually Hema!

@ffireinthedark

3 жыл бұрын

Hi lela, if I send you a picture of the ingredients of this specific brand would you help me guess if its allergy safe?

@tomjones2157

2 жыл бұрын

Thst wouldn't solve the issue it's more complicated than that. The video says that EMA is actually WORSE for everyone so that should be the one banned if you what the video closely. HEMA might be ok in small quantities if it's at the bottom of the list if someone is not allergic. Also alot of HEMA allergies happen not necessarily on application, but on removal. Either of the tacky layer or of the cured product when acetone or alcohol allows it to penetrate more readily through the skin. Or through inhaling filing dust. If a trained technician applies the product correctly but the client removes it themselves at home that can be when the allergy is most likely to happen for them. More info needs to get out there. I learnt so much is from this video! Thanks guys.

@francesdanae1290

2 жыл бұрын

So happy I ran into this video. Because something has been making me break ou5 bad & I didn't know whether it was the acrylic monomer or gel polish

So glad you two are working together! You were someone I have followed & trusted for the last 5 years Liz & I love that Jim is bringing his expertise into mainstream! Education = Elevation!!! Thank You!

Thank you for explaining this so wonderfully. You took the time to make certain the information was clear, but never talked down to us, or dumbed-down the information. You work very well, together, as educators! I was feeling quite hazy on the subject of HEMA, but now I have a grasp of the issue and know what to look for. Jim, you’re terrific and a fantastic teacher. Liz, you are amazing and teach me something new in every video. Thanks for all you do.

I noticed Jim when it popped up on my instagram and I too want to know what I'm putting on my body, everyone should educate themselves on all these chemicals,knowledge is power! Thank you so much for all these educational videos as there is nothing like this anywhere, brilliant!

Loving this series. You are supplying us with a lot of important information for professionals and diyers alike. Because of your gel fundamentals series I already have created a lot of good habits. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge

@TheNailHub

4 жыл бұрын

That's amazing! I'm so glad it has helped you. That's my goal. And thanks for the kind message. :)

Thank you SO MUCH for making this video!!!! I just recently developed an allergy to nail products and I was feeling super alone in this as I've never heard of this before. It's been really frustrating to give up my guilty pleasure and go back to having paper thin ugly nails. Thanks for letting me know there are alternative products, how to find them, and what to avoid!!!!

@jules-dl2sm

2 жыл бұрын

me too girl, i'm with you !!!

@jen1love

Жыл бұрын

Same!!! I had a terrible allergic reaction. What products are you able to use???

@beauty4u132

Жыл бұрын

Same here!!!

Thank you Liz and Jim, I love the big words and the chemistry we should all know in our industry to help build trusting relationships with our clients❣Thanks again for sharing🙂

I'm UK based and just do my nails at home. I wish Light Elegance would offer the intro to gel type courses similar to The Gel Bottle - would love to move purely to Light Elegance, but I probably will never professionally do nails so hard to get one general qualification to then move to Light Elegance. If anyone else in the comments feel the same and found a way around it, I'd love to know! Love these videos, you two are the best for educating the public! Feel like I understand so much more of what gel products are

@vintageesmerelda8822

4 жыл бұрын

Since LE changed stockist, the training also changed which is a shame. I really wanted to do the LE University but the new stockist don't do it.

@hellsbells961

Жыл бұрын

Karoline Nanfeldt , Sweet Squared in the UK stock intro kits of Light Elegance, I am going to try their products too , I have awful allergies. I know your post was a while ago, hope you can get sorted 😊

This is an amazing educational channel! So happy I found you. I was just looking for some info about e files and have been gaining so much more!!

I love learning the technical side of nails, all the information you provide is so appreciated!

That was so awesome!!! I have been doing natural nails for a while now and have just started getting into hard gels. So exciting to have this info!!! Thank you 😊

Thank you so much Nail Hub andJim for your time and expertise!

Thanks for this! I love that your channel discusses these things- aside from just videos with you doing nails, your videos have been so educational.

Brilliant! You’re both doing a service to our industry by sharing your extensive knowledge. Thank you so so much!

So glad to see this video, it's much needed! I love your tact too, given the situation in the UK at the moment, with certain imported gel products, it certainly is a hot topic yet I'm always amazed how many tech's are still blissfully unaware of potential danger. Looking forward to part 2.

This is so educational and informative!!!! Thank you SO much for sharing! I recently found out that I am allergic to HEMA and never understood what it is until I watched this video! You guys are amazing! Thank you so much for taking the time to break this down and explain. I am a DIY-er. And I will definitely be looking into the Light Elegance brand. I appreciate this series, and all your videos so very much! 🙏🏼 Please don't ever stop bringing such valuable content, Liz!! Thank you!

I have lupus so it’s so important that I’m extra mindful of the products I’m using around my skin. I didn’t know LE paid so much attention to these chemicals and how we’re using them. I’m so pleased to hear they are so concerned with these issues! I’m gonna have to reach out to them to see if we could partner up and spread the word!

Thank you so much for this video! I am a stay at home mom and I just do my nails at home for fun. I have recently developed an allergy and wasn’t sure what was causing it. I am so sad because I don’t want to have to stop doing my nails. Thank you for the information!

I was already thinking of switching to light elegance as one of my brands but this video has confirmed it. Thanks

Awesome video! Now my desk is littered with bottles of gel polish and top coat 🤔. Will check out acrylic powder and liquid tomorrow. Thank you both for the great explanations. Loving this series and can't wait to check out Jim's Chemist Corner.

Extremely informative, the best educational youtube channel on nails, anatomy, chemical reactions, uses, no nos, ect. I think at this stage, im ready for my exam, . 😁😁😁 thank you nail hub... x💅💅💅💪💪💪💜💜💜💜💜

Another great video!!! Thanks so much for all your videos. I always learn something from your videos and it definitely makes me like LE a lot more now.

I really apricate the two of sitting down and making it very clear the difference between all of the ingredients. Now that I know the difference I will sit up and take notice. I will be going through all my stuff and getting rid of all the bad stuff. Thank you for your time and Jim I will be checking out you pages and learning a whole lot more thank you

Love so much how you break things down. So good to have this information out so people can make educated decisions. Good stuff. Thank you.

Thank you!!! My professors know nothing about acrylic allergies and When I started school I let them know I was allergic! So thank you for this video!!!

Awesome video I will refer back to it❣ love all you do and now we have his videos too💎 Thank you both so much😘

Wow! Not a nail tech, just a diy at home person - thank you for the information!

Absolutely brilliant can't wait for the next one!

Thank you for these great videos!!!! Your killing it this year ❤

@TheNailHub

4 жыл бұрын

Taking 2020 by the (enter crass word here)! is my motto this year. Haha! I hope we all do!

Omigosh thank you both so much for this; you just answered SO many questions I've been curious since I started doing nails. I appreciate this so much. :)

these videos are invaluable! you guys are so amazing - thank you both x

Thank you so much for this video. I have pinned this video to a diy nail group I MOD in, to help educate the DIYers

Thank you so much much for breaking this information down for me. I’m so glad that I found this video. I happen to be a newly licensed nail technician and suffered a bad reaction to products while in nail tech school. My allergy test showed that I have allergic contact dermatitis due to acrylic chemicals. This video has helped me understand the what and why piece to my mysterious puzzle. I have more knowledge about why allergies than I got in class or from the Dermatologist. Thank you again for this information.

@Mari-vp2og

2 жыл бұрын

How do you deal with this allergic reaction as a nail technician?

@Mzladee99

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mari-vp2og I haven’t practiced yet because of the severity of the burns that I had gotten. I currently use the dip system on myself without any issues except some mild itching. I got allergy tested and I am allergic to all forms of acrylates. I got the test while I was still in school, fun times😞

I love this kind of video the more info is great specially for new techs that are staring and they understand alot more about their product....love the nail hub always full of great information and stuff....thank you for doing these kind of videos

Thank you for another substance-filled educating video!

This video was refreshing to watch! I like to pay attention to what goes into my body so this was very informative.

Hi Liz, wow, I’m still quite new to doing nails, and I only do it on a little side line, I would never have thought that Therese chemicles could do so much harm, nothing like this was taught in my class, I definitely think more about the science behind it all should be compulsory in all countries, I’m going to watch more of your informative tutorials, thank you to you and Jim, xx

Thank you so much for this education! I am allergic to HEMA and have had awful, horrible reactions to Beetles gel, specifically. I look forward to investing in this system! Thank you for the care the went into this formulation!

@karlatejeda9305

2 жыл бұрын

Omg I started doing my nails during quarantine, 2 years later I can’t wear nails anymore because my nail cuticles puff up and itch so much. Gives me a chemical burn.

@JasmineJordyn

2 жыл бұрын

Same with Beetles for me, I just bought a different brand so I hope it helps

@pickleballpaddles

Жыл бұрын

I just started having a terrible allergy to beetles brand and any top coat with hema. Were you able to find a system that works for you?

@fbdavila12

Жыл бұрын

@@pickleballpaddles cant find my previous comment, oh well. I've wanted to invest in Light Elegance, but I'd want to try it first. I don't think non-toxic gels are widely used yet in your average salon. TBH I'm scared. My reaction was horrible, with burns so bad I could hardly use my hands. I'm afraid of another reaction that is worse. I've also heard of Sistaco.

Great informative video!! Thanks Liz and Jim!!

I don't know if you still do those Q&A videos but I have a question... how come many high quality nail brands won't sell you stuff unless you can prove you're a professional? I'm a DIYer but I still want to use good products!

@susanrussell258

3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same!!!

@kathyhogg203

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely.

@Emily-xu6fi

3 жыл бұрын

Fr it’s so wack

@cassandrap.3183

2 жыл бұрын

Part of it is to remove any liability from an unlicensed person causing an illness or an injury due to misuse.

@notanotherfuckingnikki

2 жыл бұрын

@@cassandrap.3183 Ordinarily I'd say you're right but monomer and "activator" spray (glue) are extremely hazardous materials no matter what brand you get and anyone can get some. In fact all these young ladies are getting sick from the dip powder nails and I'm talking about middle school girls using it on themselves... It may have started that way but as I'm sure you know by now it's really about $$.

I started as a nail tech September last year and in the last 2 months developed allergies to Uv gel product. I’m still trying to understand everything that was said. Very interesting though thank you.

@tiffanyberry3366

2 жыл бұрын

Me too.... What was your conclusion?

awesome! thank you guys for putting this information out there 🙏🏼

Ok. I need to follow Jim! Thank you ❤

Very helpful video 👍 thanks for sharing!

I have used IBD hard gel for years without any problems. Recently I purchased an acid based primer. The first time I used it I didn't have any problem ,however the next I used it I had a very bad reaction. I had the red itchy cuticle followed by the blisters and now my fingers are peeling. Is this because of the acid primer? and if I go back to my nonacid primer will I have the same reaction? and how long is it going to take for my hands to heal?

That makes everything clear for me. I switched to a new monomer and one of my clients had a burning experience after I switched products. I only place gel on her now. I just checked the ingredients; Ethyl methylacrylate, glycol hema-methylacrylayte, HEMA. Do I need to worry about this? So far only 1 client had an allergic reaction. Thank you for teaching and explaining what the risk are. I love the nail hub fundamentals you break it down just how it is. Thank you Jim and Liz

@tomjones2157

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Jim said EMA is even worse than HEMA because everyone will eventually develop an allergy to EMA. It seems this new product could put your entire Client base at risk of of developing allergy and leaving. I hope you find a better option that is EMA free.

Oh my goodness!!! Thank you so much!!! I have developed contact dermatitis with all the gel polishes I have! Which are bought on Amazon. Not top notch. I have been on the search for gel polish that I can use. I’m am so glad I came across this video!! I am going to give this brand a try. I hope it works for me. Thank you light elegance for making product with clients safety in mind!!! Thank you Liz for this video and educating us!!!

@christinahagopian3435

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Liz!! I recently developed a gel allergy as well, ive been constantly researching to see if I can find a better quality gel! Did any other brand work better for you??

Thank you both so much!

Another amazing video! 🙏🏻 thank you

Wow! Thank you for this video, i'm a soon to be nail tech and I had no idea what hema was! I will pay more attention to what's in my products from now on😭

Can’t wait to watch this video. 🙌🏼

Hey Liz, what about ‘HEMA Copolymer’? Are they more similar to bound HEMA?

I love Jimmy! I always can find answers if I have a concern!

Thanks guys for the lessons, VERY USEFUL:) 👌 ❤️

Thank you for making this trip informative video definitely has me more cautious

This video was very refreshing and so well explained I barely understood what what was said but yet I feel so much smarter and educated. Going to binge on this channel for the next few days I have a lot to learn 😍🥰✅🤓 got my book and chair just need some snacks 💞✅😂😂😂💎💎💎 thank you guys so much for this really

Thank You soooo much great and valuable information. Love this type of video

Thanks so much for this video. I developed an allergy and had to do some research and found this. I have done my own nails for more than 40 years. The product lines have changed so much. I recently was on some heavy duty antibiotics and developed these like chemical burns on my fingers. After months of trying to get my fingers healed, I wanted information on why this happened and how to prevent it. Thanks again for giving me hope that I can still have beautiful nails!

Which is the Video where you talk about uncured nails ? I recently started getting allergic to gel and acrylic, I was wondering if I can use press ons with glue ? Or would the gel polish on the press ons have me react Agian?

Hello. Amazing video. I was wondering about the Nail dust... I use Filtronic, but there are always some dust remaining on my gloves. Can you make a video or say something about this? I try to find out what part of my job, I’m reacting to

I've been looking up HEMA on the internet and you've solved all of my questions. Great video! Question: One of my gel nail polishes has "di-hema trimethylhexyl". Can this potentially cause an allergic reaction?

I'm using IGel gel polish and the ingredient list reads different than what you mentioned but similar. I'm not sure which it would be. Listed on the bottle as: acrylates copolymer, trimethylolpropane triacrylate, followed by the other additives. Would this be HEA or HEMA?

You both opened my eyes and changed my whole world thank you. Also I LOVE that I didn't have to hear you say "Like and Subscribe" at the end!!! That is the ONLY reason why I hardly ever use KZread...that drives me NUTS!!! Plus ya'll have Great chemistry!

Yeah, I learned the hard way about hypoallergenic. Lost my eyelashes to mascara that way. Funny enough...I know what he's talking about, kinda. Haven't had a chemistry class in decades! Thank you for this video!

Very informative!! Thanks for sharing.

Hi, I've been doing my own nails for almost two years and recently I've been presenting an allergy reaction that it consist on itching, redness, little blisters and hard skin under some nails. But I disinfect the areas with a liquid call Bactine and in a couple of days everything clears up does that means that I can still use gel polish or should I stop doing my nails

Hey Liz! I've recently gotten into the gel nail world and after applying my first ever coat I was looking for more info on how to properly apply and remove gel polish. As you can probably imagine, my first attempt wasn’t anywhere near perfect. When searching for more info I came across a lot of videos of cool ideas but I needed the basics starting right at the beginning. I am so grateful that I came across your channel! The first one I watched was when you were removing your hubby’s gel polish and after that I had to start at the beginning. So much useful and practical information! I haven't caught up to the present yet but I look forward to watching the remaining videos and any new videos you upload. Thank you again! Oh, and let your nerd flag fly!

@TheNailHub

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Amanda, please watch my gel nail fundamental series from the beginning (scroll down all the way on this playlist to start). bit.ly/TNHNailFun This explains everything you need to know from ground zero.

@amandaheimbecker4364

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheNailHub That's exactly what I did a few days ago 😄 ❤️ Thank you again for providing all of this information.

So I have been using the Beetle brand for 2 years and I haven't had a problem but I didn't know about HEMA until today and I am scared to use their products now since they do have HEMA in them. Would you recommend me to keep using them or change to a more natural brand?

I developed an allergy to gel and acrylic but I have so many Apres nail tips, I was wondering if I could still use them with normal nail glue? (not allergic)

This is exceptional content, thank you!!!

I absolutely love your channel i think you deserve 10x the amount of subs. You are SO educational on the imporant things unlike alot of channels ( including my own lol ) xx

@TheNailHub

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! That means a lot.

Omg, I am so glad I found this video. I know it's old, but I just recently became allergic to gel polishes. I thought I was being so careful with not getting it on my skin, bit now I realize it could have been from my cleaning methods of the inhibition layer. 🤦‍♀️ I was def a jist rub all over kind of person. Luckily I became aware of it quickly, and my allergic reaction is still mild, so now I am looking for "healthier" options. Than you so much for the knowledge.

I’m not a nail tech, but would love to try this gel polish from LE. I’m allergic to HEMA and various other chemicals found in most gel nail polish. Is there any way to buy if you don’t have a nail tech license?

Hi Liz, I live in Australia and am a newbie to nail tech, my monomer has EMA only, can you tell me if this is okay 👍

Omg thank you!!! I just started to have reactions to some gel polishes after getting my nails done for 20 plus years /recently eye lash extension glue now too and going thru this process has been very saddening as I LOVE nails!!! i wished this info was better explained to customers bc MOST nail shops are not following proper guidelines and act like getting gel on your skin is not a big deal! I could've avoided my allergy!! im so sad!!

So... if I am possibly allergic to HEMA and I shop around to find a product low on HEMA will I still react? If I’m allergic to it full stop will I react to any amount of it?

Jim is hilarious. Nothing like a good chemistry joke to round out a nail video. :D

very knowledge chemist!! thank you!! chemists are some of my fave clients!! and i have only met a handful in my 20 year career!! you are so lucky to have a chemist like that, i have to pray for them to come by lol 🤣 THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU GUYS DO & for making this awesome video 🤗 you guys rock 😇

Hello. thank you for such a helpful video. if I will use HEMA free base coat and on top I will use products with HEMA (avoiding the skin) will it help to reduce allergy reaction? thank you

Thank you so much ❤❤❤❤

Thank you so much for this! I’ve had such terrible allergies and am trying to find alternatives , but couldn’t understand the difference between all these chemicals

@christinahagopian3435

3 жыл бұрын

Same here!

Is hema only in monomer? Is there any danger in acrylic powders? Or if I develop an allergy I should be fine only replacing my monomer and keeping all my powder?

Informative video, something to look out for.

What about a product that the first ingredient is di-hema but the second is hema? How does that work? would it be safer because of the di-hema or not a safe like something with the first ingredient being hema? the product is the gellie-cure by zoya

Thank you for explaining what that allergy can look like.

This is awesome!! Thank you!!

Hi I know this is off topic, but could Jim please explain why “when nail glue comes in contact with clothing it has a chemical reaction and burns 🥵 the skin through the clothing

Hi guys! So sorry to be late to the party here but I have had a pretty bad allergic reaction to some cheap DIY products so I was doing some research and came across your video :) It’s so great to see this side of the industry as well as the more glitz and glam side so thank you for taking an interest in these aspects too. Would you consider products that contain methacrylate or poly methacrylate as the first and second ingredients allergens? (Dip powder) And in a gel polish acrylates copolymer, trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide, polymethyl methacrylate, dimethicone. Thanks so much!

Hi, what is trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide...and is it ok if its not the first ingredient? I am dipping and was using pink dip as base with peel gel...but over the last few months either I've efiled too much or when dip lifts it pulls off nail. I wanted to try gel base with gel builder instead of pink dip but I want to use the right base and builder gel.for my test. I picked triple d but it has tdo in it. No HEMA. My story is long but 5 years ago I had an allergic reaction to something in g. Long story short is i went to salon and asked for soak off gel and they gave he hard gel....i learned that after I tried soaking in acetone way too long to get it off. My fingers were not allergic to gel before this happened. I think overexposure to the acetone screwed up my fingers......it took me probably a year to get over that.

Ive had allergic reactions to HEMA. I like to use full coverage tips. Is there a light elegance product or products that would be good to put them on with since Light Elegance has no HEMA.

Wow this is so informative! Thanks a lot! I just checked my gel polishes, and one of the brands have HEMA listed first 😅. Some others don't have any ingredient list 😣. I should be concerned... BTW, I have this gel polish that has "Polyethylmethacrylate" listed first on the ingredient list. Doesn't "poly" suppose to indicate (cured) polymers?

I have been trying a package of building gel, but instead of UV light, it needs a spray from a "gel activator".. now.. I can use this, but this is very hard gel.. do you think you can do a review of these sort of product? cause I am one of those people that can't handle the UV lamp (it hurts sooooo bad under my nails, and hurts for days and only goes away when I take the gel nails off)

Thanks guys! How do I find out what acrylates I am allergic to? How do I find out if it’s HEMA or other chemicals? Nobody knows here. Dermatology? Skin tests I imagine? Thank you much!!!

First ingredient in Seal and protect from Magnetic is HEMA. I started using it recently. Should i stop using it or what should i make sure to do or not do with it?

Please please help me!!! I love having acrylic nails. But I started having an allergic reaction when I wear acrylic nails. In this video you spoke about HEMA and I now understand that is what I have become allergic to. You also spoke briefly of a hypoallergenic product someone with an hema allergy could try because they might not be allergic to the ingredients. Could you please give me a link to the products you was referring to? I am desperate at this point 😭 I would be so grateful!!! TIA

Great video and information!

One question i have been dying to learn. As to why buying a systems uv light is soo important instead of using a one-type-cures-all uv light. The chemist breakdown of uv wavelengths. Why one 48w 31 diode led light can not cure a gel polish (universal brand) vs a 9w 6 diode light (of brand) completely curing the same gel. When they both claim 400+ ohms.

@forevermore5118

3 жыл бұрын

Did they ever do a video on this? I need to see it.

So what to do if you have the allergy already ? How can you cure ?