March 23, 2011
| Demo
JoAnne Millar of En Vogue reveals how she creates this rhinestone-tipped curl on a gel nail.
Keywords: colored gels gels glitter gels learning new techniques nail art
February 15, 2011
| Article
So, you wowed your client into a new gel polish application by telling her how much more durable they are than standard polish, and that they help prevent chipping and cracking, and then she comes back a day later with a chip. So what do you do?
Keywords: gel-polish learning new techniques nail repairs
January 19, 2011
| Demo
Painter and craftswoman Donna Dewberry is perhaps best known in the art world as the inventor of the One-Stroke painting technique, a method that allows painters to blend, shade, and highlight all in one stroke of a brush.
Keywords: floral nail art handpainted nail art learning new techniques nail art one-stroke nail art
October 18, 2010
| News
Allure’s Insiders’ Guide for October features advice from expert manicurist Tom Bachik on how to fix a manicure.
Keywords: consumer press learning new techniques manicures polish Tom Bachik
October 1, 2010
| Demo
Stylux Beauty Salon, based in Glendale, Calif., demonstrates how to perform a Sweet Sherbet pedicure.
Keywords: learning new techniques Nubar pedicure products pedicures Signature Services
October 1, 2010
| Demo
Toronto-based Featuring...You Salon & Spa demonstrates how to perform a warm milk and mud pedicure.
Keywords: adding new services learning new techniques pedicures Signature Services
September 7, 2010
| News
Celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik gives Glamour three helpful tips to keep nails looking their best.
Keywords: consumer press learning new techniques manicures natural nail care Tom Bachik
September 7, 2010
| News
Self offers advice on how to get rid of wine-colored stains with tooth whitening products. Use a tooth-whitening pen, gel, or toothpaste once a day for three days to lighten the stain without damaging the nail bed the way buffers do. The key ingredient: hydrogen peroxide.
Keywords: consumer press learning new techniques nail treatments nail whitener
August 1, 2010
| Article
Don your berets, because Orly’s new Instant Artist Collection promises to help you achieve clean, precise, and colorful nail art designs at every skill level. The collection features 24 water-based shades that each come with a tapered brush for exact placement. The collection also includes four tools: a detailer brush, striper brush, dotter duo, and design tear-off cards that offer suggested step-by-steps.
Keywords: brushes learning new techniques nail art Orly polish
August 1, 2010
| Demo
Hollywood Nails explains how to give clients a luxurious manicure/pedicure with mango oil, sliced oranges, and flower petals.
Keywords: feet learning new techniques pedicures Signature Services techniques
July 21, 2010
| Product
Dashing Diva’s French Wrap Manicure gives you a quick, easy, and perfect French that really lasts.
Keywords: Dashing Diva French manicures learning new techniques manicure accessories polish alternatives
June 1, 2010
| Article
From saving money on products to developing an efficient schedule, salon coaches offer practical advice behind the cliché.
Keywords: business building career handbook learning new techniques marketing/promotions money
May 1, 2010
| Article
Whether you decide to add a new service, or completely rethink how you’ve set up your salon, commit to making at least one change in your business this year.
Keywords: adding new services building your clientele continuing education expanding your services Hannah Lee
May 1, 2010
| Demo
If your clients are afraid of this pointy shape, offer up this advice from nail techs who do their best to ensure that beauty doesn’t have to equal pain.
Keywords: adding new services learning new techniques nail art trends
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
