August 1, 2010
| Article
In and of themselves, thick nails pose no danger to a client, but they often indicate a larger problem. Techs can protect themselves and their clients if they proceed with caution.
Keywords: applying enhancements to unhealthy nails hypertrophy nail diseases onychauxis skin conditions
July 1, 2010
| Article
Onychogryphosis refers to nails that have thickened and developed a deep curve. Techs may be more familiar with the term “ram’s horn,” which is the common description given to this condition.
Keywords: nail diseases
June 25, 2010
| Product
Jessica’s Damaged Nail System rebuilds nails from the foundation to the surface.
Keywords: Jessica Cosmetics nail treatments
June 1, 2010
| Article
Summertime is here and that means it’s time for open-toed shoes and perfectly polished piggies. But not everybody looks forward to the time when shoes are optional. Some people prefer to keep their shoes on to cover their feet — and an unpleasant foot odor.
Keywords: nail diseases pedicures
June 1, 2010
| Article
For $66 and one hour and 45 minutes of your time, the staff at Wet Paint Nail Spa in Cambridge, Mass., will inspect your feet for calluses, ingrown nails, cracks, and other symptoms of hard use, give you a fabulous pedicure, and teach you proper care of the feet at home.
Keywords: alternative services pedicures
June 1, 2010
| Article
Pedicurists are in the unique position of being able to advise clients of the risks and educate them about sunscreen use.
Keywords: feet nail diseases pedicures skin care
May 11, 2010
| Product
The Citra Essentials Kit has one Citra Formaldehyde Free Nail Strengthener that naturally strengthens soft, peeling nails, and a Nail Tek Mini Crystal File with carrying case.
Keywords: Nail Tek nail treatments
May 1, 2010
| Article
Subungual hematomas are caused by injury to the nail. Most commonly this happens in two ways: either through blunt trauma or through repetitive pressure.
Keywords: nail diseases nail injuries subungual hematoma
May 1, 2010
| Article
Heather Goodwin offers relief to clients suffering from mildly ingrown toenails and pincer nails with the application of a B/S Brace.
Keywords: feet nail diseases nail treatments pedicures
April 1, 2010
| Demo
When nails are weary, weak, and inching toward the eponychium, a modified nail tip can be a great way to protect nails and encourage them to grow.
Keywords: acrylics applying enhancements to unhealthy nails CND eponychium filing techniques
April 1, 2010
| Article
Arthritis is so common, it’s easy to approach it with a grin-and-bear-it attitude. However, nail services can often offer clients temporary relief from the persistent pain of arthritis.
Keywords: nail diseases
March 1, 2010
| Article
Nail techs play an important role in protecting clients. The three Cs — cuticles, colors, and contours — can be early indicators of larger health problems.
Keywords: career handbook healthy working nail diseases newbie referrals
March 1, 2010
| Article
Painful and often persistent, plantar fasciitis can be troublesome to treat because what is necessary seems nearly impossible.
Keywords: feet nail diseases
February 24, 2010
| Product
Welcalm’s FootKiss Callus Removal Kit is a simple four-step kit that removes callus in as little as 10 minutes.
Keywords: callus removers pedicure products
February 1, 2010
| Article
Risé Carter of NSI, Doug Schoon of CND, Paul Bryson of OPI, and numerous other manufacturers and nail techs have sent letters to Dr. Oz. I encourage you to do the same. Go watch the video and then click on the Contact Us link at the bottom of the page.
Keywords: acetone/removal products chemical safety Doug Schoon industry research nail biting
