August 15 2008 - Article
New Sea Gems crushed shells from NSI allow nail techs to easily create luminous, dazzling nail enhancements using Attraction liquid and powders or Balance UV Gels.
August 14 2008 - PhotoGallery
In the year 2000, the editors of NAILS decided it would be fun to have a nail technician reader create the cover for one issue and so we started the Cover Tech Contest. Every year, we get hundreds of beautiful entries, creative concepts, and astonishing photographs. Browse through the best of the contests through the years. If you're interested in learning how to submit material for the next Cover Tech Contest, contact Judy.Lessin@bobit.com for details.
August 11 2008 - Article
So-called because the free edge of the nail flares out wider than the bottom, the shape is growing in popularity throughout the West Coast
August 11 2008 - Article
Jamie Cameron, owner of Jamie’s Nails in Herrin, Ill., was looking out for her fellow techs when she created her latest nail art technique: using predesigned art — in the form of postage stamps.
August 8 2008 - Article
When you use colored acrylics to create nail art, do you file the acrylic smooth or do you leave it? What if it’s 3-D? Also, can you use any acrylic liquid with colored powders?
July 26 2008 - Article
Japanese people place a high premium on personal appearance. Combined with plenty of disposable income, the typical Japanese consumer is able to dedicate substantial time and resources to her appearance. Beauty professionals reap the rewards of this interest and are well-compensated for their efforts.
July 23 2008 - PhotoGallery
With summertime heating up, clients are going to be eager to show off some bare feet and cool their heels, and what better way to sport the look than with some fun and fashionable acrylic toenail art.
July 18 2008 - Article
What is this dazzling look that reminds us of Warhol and cartoons?
July 18 2008 - Product
Young Nails’ Heavenly Glitter Collection offers new pastel glitters comprised of eight new colors.
July 17 2008 - Article
Not every bride wants a french manicure. Peruse our gallery of alternative bridal nails for any sensibility.
July 16 2008 - Article
Originally created for “miniaturists,” Oak Tree Dolls House Miniatures has found that they’re getting just as many requests from nail techs for the company’s miniature fruit canes.