Lately, whenever I turn on the fan (not even the AC necessarily), a tangy smell like Elmer's School Glue or caulk comes out of the vents. The mechanics at Firestone don't recognize the smell.
Many salon workers face low wages, so tipping is their means of making ends meet. (And on that note, if you suspect your salon has poor conditions for its employees, report it to your local public advocate's office.) Tip 20% for a standard manicure, more if you feel your service was exceptional.
Both gel and shellac manicures need to be removed with acetone. Traditional gel manicure removal requires another trip to the salon, where your nails will be soaked in acetone until the gel begins to peel. To remove shellac from your nails, the technician will wrap each nail in a cloth soaked in remover.