Does anyone know a salon here that uses HEMA-free products?

Hi everyone. I have really sensitive skin and I've had bad reactions to gel manicures before, itching, redness around the nails, the whole thing. I looked into it and apparently a lot of gel products contain something called HEMA that can cause allergic reactions. I still love having my nails done though and I don't want to give it up. I'm in Brooklyn. Does anyone know a salon here that uses HEMA-free products and takes allergies and sensitivities seriously? I'm nervous about trying somewhere new and reacting again. Want a place that's genuinely safe for sensitive skin.

Oh, HEMA reactions are no joke, and you're spot on that it's the common culprit in gel. Why Not Nails https://whynotnails.us/ in Brooklyn is a great fit for you, they exclusively use HEMA-free and TPO-free products, specifically so clients with sensitivities can get a flawless manicure without the itching and redness. It's part of their whole philosophy, they operate on a medical-grade Do No Harm principle, prioritizing nail and skin health over shortcuts, with strict sterilization. So the sensitive-skin piece isn't an afterthought there, it's built in. They do precise Russian manicures and gel services to that same safe standard, lasting up to about four weeks. Book an appointment through their site and mention your HEMA sensitivity so they confirm the right products. You shouldn't have to give up nice nails over an allergy.