November 1, 2009
| Article
Ingrown toenails are painful afflictions that usually require a doctor’s help to remove. But if you catch them early enough, you can help maintain the nail using a special Ingrown Nail File and prevent the nail from growing into the surrounding skin.
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October 7, 2009
| News
Nail biting not only looks ugly, but can injure the nail matrix and lead to infection. Shape magazine tells readers how to break the biting habit.
Keywords: consumer press nail biting
October 7, 2009
| News
Essence suggests nail products for strengthening, filing, and correcting.
Keywords: consumer press Essie files Nail Tek polish removal
October 1, 2009
| Article
It’s a long name for a common condition — longitudinal ridging — and just the type of problem that makes nail techs look like miracle workers in the eyes of their clients.
Keywords: brittle nails nail ridges onychorrhexis ridged nails
October 1, 2009
| Product
DiaDerm Laboratories’ Krystal Clean Nails solution effectively kills 99.9% of microbes and germs that cause nail infections.
Keywords: nail treatments
October 1, 2009
| Article
When it comes to ingrown toenails and how to treat them, misinformation abounds. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers this list of myths you may hear from clients and how to counter them.
Keywords: ingrown toenails natural nail care
September 23, 2009
| Product
Cuticle Aid from Set-N-Me-Free is a non-oily cream full of wound healing aloe vera and vitamins.
Keywords: cuticle treatments
September 1, 2009
| Article
Because alopecia areata is known to make an appearance on the nails, techs should be aware of this emotional, and often life-altering, disease.
Keywords: alopecia areata applying enhancements to unhealthy nails client health nail diseases skin diseases
September 1, 2009
| Article
Dermatologists are successfully using sclerotherapy — a longstanding treatment for spider veins — to improve the appearance of aging hands. Understanding what’s available to your clients can make you a valuable resource.
Keywords: hand care medispa services
September 1, 2009
| Article
The new treatment for fungal nails is not only safe, but it’s proving much more effective than the currently available oral antifungal medications, which may have side effects. Introduced in 2008, the treatment involves a small laser beam that is moved over the surface area of the toenail, instantly killing the fungal spores in the nail bed while leaving healthy tissues intact.
Keywords: fungus nail diseases
August 1, 2009
| Article
Nail technicians should be aware of Raynaud's Disease which produces a stark change in the look of fingers and toes.
Keywords: client health nail diseases Raynaud's Disease
July 28, 2009
| News
Dermelect's Launchpad features new lacquers that keep brittle nails from cracking.
Keywords: brittle nails consumer press nail treatments
July 1, 2009
| Article
Red, Swollen patches? Blister-like bumps? Chances are it’s contact dermatitis, but only the doctor can say if it’s a simple case of irritation or a more serious allergy.
Keywords: allergic contact dermatitis contact dermatitis workplace allergies
July 1, 2009
| Article
Notably different than nails stained yellow from polish, yellow nail syndrome could indicate a more serious health concern with the respiratory or lymphatic systems.
Keywords: nail diseases special needs clients yellow nail syndrome
June 1, 2009
| Article
Clients who suffer from chronic onychophagy — or severe nail biting — may need not only the attention of a good nail tech, but also an appointment with a professional who can help with behavior modification.
Keywords: client health nail biting nail diseases
