June 13, 2013
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Take a look at these pedicure systems available to nail techs and see what will keep the clients coming back.
Keywords: AII Backscratchers Bio Creative Labs Bio Sculpture Gel CND
May 8, 2013
| Demo
Jessica Cosmetics’ GELeration is a brush-on gel-polish that the company says can last for more than three weeks with no chipping, peeling, smudging, or fading.
Keywords: gel-polish Jessica Cosmetics manicures
March 21, 2013
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Whether it’s sewing, decorating, nail designs, or jewelry-making, the common thread this spring is DIY. Grab your supplies and get crafty with the season’s polish hues.
Keywords: China Glaze Cuccio Naturale Dazzle Dry Essie Jessica Cosmetics
March 7, 2013
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The International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach, held January 26-28, is billed as the West Coast’s largest and most influential total beauty event. Produced by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), the ISSE concept has evolved beyond the traditional “hair” show to really incorporate a diverse exhibitor base covering hair, nails, cosmetics, esthetics, wellness, massage, and advanced education. More than 400 beauty brands were on display for nearly 40,000 beauty professionals in attendance. ISSE Long Beach 2014 will be held January 25-27.
Keywords: African American Manicurists Association Artistic Nail Design Atwood Industries Belava Bio Creative Labs
January 1, 2013
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A quick lotion or hand scrub can make a manicure quite memorable. And a sales pitch on the beneficial ingredients of a hand care product as you massage it into your clients’ skin can make them want to purchase the product for home use. To help you with retail as well as with themed services, NAILS has compiled the latest delicious-smelling hand products to keep hands well-moisturized and supple.
Keywords: Body Drench Clean + Easy CND Cuccio Naturale delux manicures
December 1, 2012
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To meet the soak-off needs of all of the gel-polish lines, manufacturers have begun to release their own brands of soak-off solutions and remover wraps to help techs get an effective and thorough soak for clients. These gel-polish removal liquids have added hydrating emollients to keep the removal process soft on skin, while still effectively removing all the gel.
Keywords: acetone/removal products All Season Nails Americanails CND ENP Nail Designs
October 5, 2012
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GELeration works great for both manicures and pedicures, cures quickly in LED and UV lights, and goes on easily.
Keywords: gel-polish Jessica Cosmetics
August 29, 2012
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On the evening of Monday, July 23, as the nail manufacturers and exhibitors left the show floor after a full day’s work, they convened in a penthouse suite at the Mandalay to relax and mingle with other nail industry professionals.
Keywords: AII Alfalfa Nail Supply Backscratchers Belava Blaine Labs
August 28, 2012
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Cosmoprof North America’s 10 year anniversary in Las Vegas showed just how resilient the beauty industry can be.
Keywords: AII Alfalfa Nail Supply Artistic Nail Design Beautiful Nails Beauty Bus Foundation
May 11, 2012
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Show your clients that you’re the queen of gel fashion by offering them the latest seasonal colors this year in their favorite soak-off brand.
Keywords: Akzentz Artistic Nail Design Beauty Millenium Bio Sculpture Gel CND
December 1, 2011
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NAILS announces 2011 Readers' Choice Award winners and finalists.
Keywords: Aerovex Systems Air Impurities Removal Systems ASP Aspire Backscratchers Belava
October 4, 2011
| Encyclopedia
Natural nail care company founded in 1978 by Jessica Vartoughian.
Keywords: Jessica Cosmetics Jessica Vartoughian
September 15, 2011
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As the bright shine of summer fades into the earthy tones of fall, perk up your customers with these new color gel collections from your favorite manufacturers.
Keywords: Akzentz Alfalfa Nail Supply Bio Sculpture Gel Christrio CND
September 15, 2011
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Every October businesses join in solidarity to fight breast cancer. By purchasing these passionately pink items, you too are joining in this solidarity as each company donates to organizations that work every day to end breast cancer and the struggles it can bring to women and families around the world.
Keywords: Aerovex Systems Beech Sandals Bellissima Bio Sculpture Gel breast cancer awareness
August 25, 2011
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Using this fun retro paint-by-numbers technique, we present the fall 2011 polish collections — deep, rich hues and sparkling glitter tones abound.
Keywords: China Glaze Diamond Cosmetics Duri Essie fall polish preview
