Nails: Sam Biddle of Dorset, England
Styling: Sam Biddle
Products: EZ Flow Nail Systems
Photographer: Stuart Dibben
Model: Vicki Smith
February 1, 2009
UK-based nail tech Sam Biddle used an encapsulation technique on NAILS’ February 2009 cover.
February 1, 2009
Everyone's talking about gels these days. Nail professionals always want to stay on top of the latest trends, but many of them have a hard time understanding the gel process. Breaking down the steps involved in a gel application will help you determine whether you'd like to offer these services.
February 1, 2009
The 60-degree days sure make winter pedis an easier sell. But when the days dip back down to freezing, convincing clients to expose their toes to the elements (or stick around until they’re dry) gets a little more difficult.
February 1, 2009
The hygienic CleanJet SL Liner for Gulfstream’s pedicure chair bowls makes it easy and convenient to keep the bowl sanitized between clients. The CleanJet Liner is made from durable, thin plastic and has an attachment for the water jet and a convenient pull-strip plug. Just drop it in, use it, drain, and dispose.
February 1, 2009
Quick tips to ensure a clean nail plate which is a must to make sure product adheres properly to the nail.
February 1, 2009
Step-by-step by Extremedys, West Hollywood, Calif.
February 1, 2009
Nails by April Abeyta, Salon Tabu, El Paso, Texas
February 1, 2009
Nails by Yoriko Kandono, Tokyo
February 1, 2009
Nails by Midori Arriaga, K Charles & C., San Antonio, Texas
February 1, 2009
Six NAILS readers submit their Valentine's Day-inspired nail art designs.
February 1, 2009
The newly opened Vanity Beauty Lounge in San Francisco is part sexy boudoir, part Manhattan lounge, and all nails-focused glamour. The design of the manicure-pedicure area of the 1,400-sq.-ft. salon makes it the ideal place for bachelorette parties and a dramatic escape from the pressures of the Financial District where the salon is located.
February 1, 2009
Enjoy these tweed-inspired nails.
February 1, 2009
As animal prints come back en vogue, the style pubs are making it their mission to help readers understand that it’s chic to wear…and best in small doses.
December 17, 2010
How do you start a dialogue with your clients about retail products?
February 1, 2009
Take a fun walk down memory lane as NAILS chronicles some of the biggest changes in the nail industry's unwritten rules from the past two decades.
February 1, 2009
If you think salon ownership is easy, take this quiz before you make the leap.
February 1, 2009
Nail salons need to harness the power of the press to help build their businesses.
February 1, 2009
Have you fallen short of achieving your goals? You can move forward, create clarity, and put realistic steps in place to bridge the gaps in your life.
February 1, 2009
“Getting to really know your team can make all the difference,” says salon coach Heather Goodwin. “One book I strongly recommend to salon owners is What Color Is Your Personality? by Carol Ritberger, Ph.D. The exercises are fun and can truly put your team over the top on working together, handling challenges, and developing goals.”
February 1, 2009
"Acrylics Anonymous" is billed as a 12-step program for healthy nails.
February 1, 2009
Clients make a choice every time they open their wallets and spend their hard-earned money in your salon. Make that choice easier with value-added services that cost you little or nothing for the client to enjoy.
February 1, 2009
Spring is just around the corner and what better way to ring in the new season than with bath products that'll make your clients feel as fresh as the morning sun.
February 1, 2009
Karen Marks, nail technician. In her other life: sweater designer.
February 1, 2009
Two University of Texas grads left the business world to open a cozy nail salon and boutique close to campus in Austin.
February 1, 2009
Butter London’s upbeat, hip nail stores in airports make wait time more enjoyable.
February 1, 2009
Lady La’s Too Nail and Hair Salon in Highland, Mich., draws clients due to its unique location. Built in the LaFontaine Buick Pontiac GMC Cadillac dealership as a convenience to customers, it gets 95% of its clients from the dealership. Although only open for a few months, the salon already has repeat clients coming just for its services.
February 1, 2009
Exfoliative Keratolysis is a condition where the top layer of the skin perpetually peels. Though there's no cure all for the treatment of EK, a proper and consistent management strategy could give clients relief.
February 1, 2009
Are you a road warrior — always jetting off to a tradeshow or workshop somewhere in the world? If so, these great resources, ideas, and travel tips will make your life a little easier.
February 1, 2009
Volcanic ash clay (also known as sodium bentonite clay) is created when volcanic ash mixes with water. The resulting clay contains a combination of minerals that can provide numerous health and skin benefits.
February 1, 2009
Heart attacks and strokes affect women as often as men. Flowery developed the “Love Your Heart” File Catty to get the word out, and will donate a portion of the proceeds from every sale to the American Heart Association
February 1, 2009
From lack of training to sanitation lapses to treating medical conditions, it’s time for nail techs to come together and raise standards in these all-important areas. Industry chemist Doug Schoon discusses what he sees as the three greatest challenges facing our business and what we can do — as an industry — to face them.
February 25, 2009
Nordic Care’s Herbal Soak lets feet take a temporary vacation from the hard work they do and at the same time cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates.
February 25, 2009
Connie Weissling’s new company, SpaFinity, introduced a line of pipeless pedicure chairs in November.
February 19, 2009
Tweezerman has new Take Apart Nippers that can be separated for detailed cleaning.
February 19, 2009
Young Nails has come out with its own line of special Impression tools to expand nail art capabilities.
February 10, 2009
SpaRitual’s Well-Connected Massage Cream helps calm the mind and soothe the skin.
February 10, 2009
Backscratchers’ Heavenly Soles Foot File is a specialized file that rests comfortably in your hand.
February 10, 2009
Zoya’s new Flourish Collection offers deep, rich tones with a hint of sparkle.
February 10, 2009
OPI’s Fall Designer Polish Series features a new diamond-dust formula.
February 10, 2009
China Glaze’s new Romantique nail lacquers are inspired by classic love stories of the past.
February 1, 2009
These professional kits for nail technicians contain two of the same Poshé lacquer in two sizes.
February 23, 2009
Florida has made fish pedicures, in which clients place their feet into a tub containing small carp that then ingest the callused areas of clients' feet, illegal in the state.
February 11, 2009
Tweezerman is proud to support the National Arbor Day Foundation’s mission of inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. The company is donating $1 from every “Go Green” Mini Slant Tweezer to the foundation, which means a new tree will be planted with every purchase.
February 10, 2009
Celebrity Manicurist Uses China Glaze for new book of Hollywood pinups.
February 10, 2009
Nubar's Vineyard 8-piece polish collection listed as a "little luxury" by Today's Black Woman magazine.
February 10, 2009
According to the February issue of Self Magazine, use pineapple in your services to slough off cuticles.
February 10, 2009
Allure's February issue has in Insider's Guide that includes How to Choose a Nail Color.
February 10, 2009
The March issue of Teen Vogue has a 5-page feature focused around nails!
February 5, 2009
According to Redbook Magazine, there are a number of pampering treats that can help you get ready for a night of romance.
February 5, 2009
Redbook puts Essie polish on its Beauty Checklist.
February 5, 2009
US Weekly includes "Adventures in Nail Art!" in February 2, 2009 issue.
February 5, 2009
The February issue of Essence Magazine touts Rescue Beauty Lounge nail polishes as Valentine's Day faves.
February 5, 2009
The February issue of Glamour Magazine has a piece on the "right way to do non-nude polish at home."
February 5, 2009
Shape editors answer readers question about how to brighten nails after they are stained by nail polish.
February 5, 2009
Teen Vogue's February 2009 issue lists Nicole by OPI nail lacquer in Love Your Life as one of the 10 Most Wanted beauty products in the month of love.
February 1, 2009
Got her toes done up with her fingernails matchin'.
