Product knowledge
The Chemistry of Nail Enhancements
Explore gel and acrylic systems, ingredients, polymerisation and the role of UV lamps.
Browse editions ↗Author · Educator · Product development consultant
Nail science.
Clear education.
Better products.
Understand the products you use. Develop the products your customers need.
Books, professional education and practical development support—connecting nail chemistry with real salon experience.
Author / Nail chemistry & allergies
IKON.IQ / Founder & industry experience
Based in Aachen / International enquiries
Choose your next step
Knowledge you can put to work.
For nail professionals, educators, brands and the people shaping the industry.
01 / READ
Understand the science.
Accessible books on nail product chemistry and allergies.
Discover the books ↗02 / LEARN
Build your knowledge.
Online masterclasses and tailored onsite education.
Explore education ↗03 / DEVELOP
Create better products.
From a clear product brief to evaluation and launch support.
Product development ↗04 / CONNECT
Bring science to your audience.
Speaking and workshops for events, academies and teams.
Invite Robert ↗For brands, distributors & manufacturers
Your next product starts
with a clearer brief.
Connect ingredient decisions, application performance and customer needs. Get practical support at the stage where your project needs it most.
Develop a new concept, evaluate a prototype or strengthen an existing range.
Proposed engagement options: initial consultation · defined project · ongoing advisory support
- 01Define the product
Target customer, performance goals, positioning and manufacturer brief.
- 02Support development
Ingredient and application considerations in collaboration with formulators.
- 03Evaluate performance
Structured feedback on handling, coverage, wear and removal. Coordinate specialist testing where needed.
- 04Prepare for launch
Range planning, product information, application guidance and educator training.
The bookshelf
Start with understanding.
Science explained for the professional who uses these products every day.
Allergy awareness
Nail Product Allergies Explained
Understand sensitisation, exposure and working practices through clear explanations.
Browse editions ↗Professional education
Learn with Robert.
Focused education for technicians, educators and salon teams. Choose a topic or discuss a session tailored to your audience.
- Online masterclasses / Register your interest
- Onsite salon and academy training
- Team education for brands and distributors
Events & industry conversations
Science worth sharing.
Bring an accessible discussion of nail chemistry, allergies or product development to your next event.
- Nail product allergies: understanding exposure
- Gel chemistry and curing: what matters
- Developing products for real salon needs
Meet Robert
Bringing product knowledge
and practice together.
I’m Robert Giblett, founder of IKON.IQ and author of books on nail chemistry and nail product allergies. Based in Aachen, Germany, I help professionals understand their products and support businesses developing their next range.
My work connects clear scientific explanations with the questions people face at the nail table.
Disclosure: I own IKON.IQ GmbH, a professional nail products business. This connection informs my practical experience and is stated openly.
Planning a product?
Turn your idea into a useful brief.
Use these questions to prepare for an initial development conversation.
Who is it for?
Which professionals will use it? What problem do they need it to solve?
What should it do?
Describe the handling, finish, wear, removal and application experience you want.
Where are you now?
Outline your market, current samples or manufacturer, target timeline and budget.
From the nail table to the next product launch
Make your next decision
an informed one.
Work with Robert
What would you
like to achieve?
Tell me about your product, your team or your event. Start with the goal, where you are now and the support you need.
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