Nails: Bobbie Inthaxay, Pasadena, Calif.
Polish: OPI La Paz-itively Hot (in regular and matte)
Model:Tiffany O'Neal, Body Parts Model
December 1, 2009
Entity's educator Lorena Marquez knows her stuff. She is well-versed in the practice of smoothing out nail imperfections. She offers this insight into how she uses corrective powders.
December 1, 2009
The French Tip Dip Tool is a new technique used to create a perfect smile line with minimal effort and hyper speed.
December 1, 2009
With the new matte polish craze this fall, we used OPI’s matching matte and shiny versions of the same color to create a monochromatic French look. It’s a great understated but fun look for the holidays.
December 1, 2009
NK EZ Way Treatments' Gloves and Socks allow you to soften cuticles without a water soak.
December 1, 2009
Step-by-step by The Painted Nail, Sherman Oaks, Calif.
December 1, 2009
A combination of artistic talent and civic pride gave Kathleen M.M. Ringwood-Wood the opportunity of a lifetime. “I was chosen as the artist in residence to represent my city, the beautiful City of Poughkeepsie, for the opening of the Walkway Over The Hudson, a historic railroad bridge, built in 1888, that was turned into the world’s highest and longest pedestrian walkway,” says Ringwood-Wood, owner of My Nails Rock! in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
December 1, 2009
Nails by Ellen Nycz, Plainsboro, N.J.
December 1, 2009
Nails by Laurie Ivins, Profiles Hair Design, Sandpoint, Idaho
December 1, 2009
Nails by Anh “Anime” Nguyen, Nails Image, Norfolk, Va.
December 1, 2009
Nails by Joanne Truitt, Boca Nail Depot, Boca Raton, Fla.
December 1, 2009
Nails by Carol Kiley, Mes Amis Hair and Nail Studio, Bloomington, Ill.
December 1, 2009
Nails by Theresa “Mo” Lawrence, The Ultimate Spa & Salon, Madison, Wis.
December 1, 2009
If you want to add some festive cheer to your acrylic repertoire, check out the Christmas nails of these two skilled techs.
December 1, 2009
Using an airbrush is a great way to expand your nail art creativity if you’re hesitant about your handpainting skills. Airbrush kits typically consist of stencils and paints that are used to quickly and easily spray intricate designs onto nails, and airguns typically come in single-action and dual-action.
December 1, 2009
If you’ve heard of nail polish fanatic Amanda Mayton, you most likely know her by her alias: Dr. Frankenpolish.
December 1, 2009
A no-shine finish is the hottest new nail look. Get your clients in on the trend with this buyers’ guide of matte polishes and top coats, plus these handy tips on how to apply them properly.
December 1, 2009
Elaborate patterns, often geometric or botanical, that have their origins as a weaving style in the Middle Ages but today have expanded to curtains, wallpaper, apparel, and accessories.
December 1, 2009
The NAILS Readers’ Choice Awards takes us inside the minds of nail care professionals to offer us a look at what you think about the products used in salons every day.
December 1, 2009
Known in their respective industries for their fashion-forward thinking, Dell and OPI have joined together to create customized laptops in nail polish colors.
December 1, 2009
Michelle Mismas loves nail polish. A former nail biter and editor of the popular All Lacquered Up blog, Mismas took her first step into the nail industry by visiting makeup message boards online to talk about her passion. She realized there was no one giving the scoop on nail news.
January 2, 2011
What was the best holiday gift you've ever received from a client?
December 1, 2009
I'm pretty excited to be almost done with the year 2009. It has been a rough year for magazines and the beauty business.
December 1, 2009
Recognizing what’s important to our employees and clients is more than knowing their favorite shade of polish or the names of their children; it’s about understanding that they embrace the things they do, in part, because of what the world looked like as they grew up.
December 1, 2009
Four easy opportunities to show clients that you care and also attract back clients who have not returned recently.
December 1, 2009
Create a 30 second elevator speech and use it.
December 1, 2009
If you’re already feeling stressed about the holidays, try this simple trick: Schedule one thing per day from your to-do list into your appointment book now. Once it’s written down, you can stop worrying about it because you know you’ve scheduled time to get it done. You can make your own salon to-do list for the month of December or use ours. We’ve included 31 tasks to pencil into each day that will help make celebrating easier this year.
December 1, 2009
With 500 locations nationwide, the folks at Massage Envy know a thing or two about marketing massage services — and they say the key to getting clients in to indulge in lunchtime services is the lotion.
December 1, 2009
A great retail space is designed around the senses, says salon consultant Bryan Durocher. Ramp up your holiday retailing with an appeal to clients’ sense of touch, sound, smell, and sight.
December 1, 2009
One-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments may be just what your client is looking for. Offer them as a seasonal retail item.
December 1, 2009
You’d love to create an adorable retail boutique in your salon, filling it with candles, gourmet teas, and other unique gift items, but you have one major problem: Where do you find these items — and at wholesale prices you can afford? NAILS shows you how to shop a gift show and about other venues where the retail-savvy stock their stores.
December 1, 2009
Are you looking to make improvements to your salon, catch up on bills, or bring in inventory, but can’t get access to cash? Merchant Capital Source (MCS) provides working capital to salons that are either unable to obtain a traditional bank loan or have “maxed out” their available credit.
December 1, 2009
Kathleen M.M. Ringwood-Wood, nail technician. In her other life: artist in residence.
December 1, 2009
Check out a salon that specifically caters to men, including an NBA star or two.
December 1, 2009
Cindi Rice’s philosophy of one-on-one attention at The Nail Sanctuary has ensured that the owner-designed-and-operated salon’s appointment book is filled up to a year in advance.
December 1, 2009
Contributing writer Michelle Pratt visits Bijou in Skaneateles, N.Y.
December 1, 2009
Adding nail enhancements to bitten nails can be a rather complicated and tricky procedure.
December 1, 2009
Gone are the days when we slathered baby oil on our skin and competed with each other for the darkest skin tone. However, factors other than the sun play a role in the development of skin cancer, so even those who use the highest SPF can still be at risk. Learn to recognize changes in the skin that could indicate skin cancer and educate your clients about the importance of early treatment.
December 1, 2009
Keeping salon air breathable is not all about your ventilation equipment; some of it comes down to your work habits. Once your ventilation system is in place, the Nail Manufacturers Council (NMC) advises taking these easy steps to further minimize your exposure to potentially irritating or harmful substances.
December 1, 2009
The term ginseng comes from the Chinese word meaning “man root,” because the root’s forked shape makes it appear humanlike.
December 1, 2009
The jack-o-lantern tradition originated in Ireland, where they carved turnips and put burning coals inside.
December 1, 2009
Complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act needn’t break the bank and may be as simple as doing what you are already good at. Take five parts hospitality, one part research, two parts active listening, and add a dash of compassion to create a salon that’s accessible to all.
December 31, 2009
With glitter particles suspended in every stroke, your clients will love Zoya shades Astra (a peachy-pink glitter), Nova (a magenta glitter), and Luna (silver glitter) to ring in the new year.
December 29, 2009
Light Elegance presents its new Holiday Glitter Gels with six shiny new glitter colors.
December 29, 2009
Kinetics’ new Winter Collection Pure Elegance has shades that are sure to get everyone in the mood for the season of parties and good cheer.
December 29, 2009
New from Firefly Books comes Pro Nail Care: Salon Secrets of the Professionals.
December 29, 2009
Happily ever after is at your fingertips with Duri’s Fall/Winter Collection Rags to Riches.
December 29, 2009
Dr. G’s Liquid Diamond Natural Nail Hardener has mimosa and myrrh plant extracts to help strengthen nail plates in as little as seven days, says the company.
December 29, 2009
Dollar Nail Art has new Transfer Foils available to help expand your nail art palate.
December 29, 2009
Diamond Cosmetics offers a new winter polish collection with four new deep shades.
December 29, 2009
Dashing Diva’s French Wrap Plus is an ultra-thin, high-quality professional-grade plastic that is applied with a bond or adhesive and makes French manicures simpler and easier than ever.
December 29, 2009
The new Khrome colors from China Glaze bring a fashion forward, modern edge to a soft and sophisticated color palette, with shades of chrome that range from warm gold to icy cool.
December 29, 2009
Beech Sandals’ Pedicure Slippers have toe separators to stretch toes and the sole of the foot for comfort, and to help keep polish from smudging after a pedicure.
December 29, 2009
Antoine De Paris’ Makeup Case is packaged with 14 professional brushes and a carrying case.
December 29, 2009
Sanitas Skincare’s Callus Cream is an extra-strength treatment formulated to re-texturize and soften hard, callused skin.
December 29, 2009
Sani Care’s SaniTablet for pedicure foot spa baths is effective against bacteria and the organism that causes Athlete’s Foot Fungus.
December 29, 2009
Hypnotize and mesmerize this holiday season with Orly’s new Femme Fatale Holiday 2009 Collection.
December 29, 2009
OPI introduces its new Suede Finish Nail Lacquer Shades.
December 29, 2009
NSI’s Body Builder Cover Pink Gel is a warm opaque pink that hides imperfections and creates the illusion of longer nail beds.
December 29, 2009
Nail Savers offer 100% UV protection for manicures to keep nails from yellowing or dulling.
December 29, 2009
Xenna Corporation’s CalleX Ointment thins and softens hardened skin and exfoliates dry, cracked heels.
December 28, 2009
Billed as “seven gorgeous colors to suit any occasion… or dress,” Sheswai’s first polish collection is three free and has unique bottle caps made from sustainably harvested wood grown on family-owned tree farms.
December 11, 2009
The Pedicute from Continuum Foot Spas is a mobile foot spa with an adjustable leg so the foot rest can be raised and lowered during the service.
December 30, 2009
For those tired of tough resolutions, Self magazine says short nails are a quick beauty shortcut that lengthens the life of a manicure. Let your clients know short means less maintenance.
December 29, 2009
International Pedicure Association. Past webinar topics have explored infection control, media and public relations, and customer service.
December 29, 2009
Marie Claire's full-page nail photos show off some great looks.
December 29, 2009
One of the easiest ways to update a look for the new year is change to a fun polish color.
December 29, 2009
Glamour's beauty deals include fuchsia polish and mini files, and its beauty columnist tells readers how to clean up smudged polish.
December 29, 2009
Essence's glam squad loves M2M damoreJon nail polish in bright colors.
December 18, 2009
Shape's December issue shows readers 10, 20, and 30-minute beauty regimens for a night out, including tips for facial, hair, and nail care.
December 17, 2009
Redbook's December issue names purple and gray the color combo of the moment.
December 17, 2009
A Los Angeles manicurist tells Allure that brick red is this season's solution to brighten up sallow winter skin.
December 17, 2009
In its December issue, Allure finds beauty products, including Butter London 3 Free lacquers, that are under the radar, but "quietly building cult status."
December 17, 2009
Elle highlights the new matte OPI Lincoln Park After Dark as a "geek chic" item.
December 17, 2009
Self magazine's editors tested Barielle's 60 Second Mani-Pedi scrub, which uses sea salt to polish rough cutibles and calluses, to see if it could beat the clock.
December 16, 2009
Instyle helps readers match polish color with generation.
December 16, 2009
According to Allure, the bestselling polish colors in each city reveal something about its residents.
December 16, 2009
Allure's editors list Essie nail polish in Midnight Cami among their favorites.
December 16, 2009
Lucky magazine highlights the Essie Nail Corrector Pen for quick polish mistake cleanups.
December 16, 2009
Lucky magazine says an unexpected dark green polish is nothing to be afraid of.
December 16, 2009
Already named a Redbook Most Valuable Product for 2009, CND's Colour Effects also made the magazine's November beauty list.
December 16, 2009
According to Cosmopolitan, green nails are the bold new trend.
December 15, 2009
American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert tells InStyle that manicures are his necessary extravagance.
December 15, 2009
Marie Claire reveals that the classic red sole of Louboutin heels were an nail-polish-inspired accident.
December 15, 2009
Glamour beauty editors decided on sexy and pretty beauty products, letting readers decide which to pick for their nights out.
December 15, 2009
With "Twilight New Moon" out in theaters and vampire shows and books popping up everywhere, Cosmopolitan gives its readers tips for attaining that sultry vampire look.
December 15, 2009
Glamour columnist Andrea Pomerantz Lustig tells readers to try an ombre manicure, where colors change from nail to nail.
December 15, 2009
From makeup to nails to perfume, Teen Vogue names ten beauty buys with a golden shimmer.
December 15, 2009
Among the fashion, beauty, and accessory picks for the December/January issue of Teen Vogue is Deborah Lippmann's Happy Birthday glitter nail polish.
December 15, 2009
December InStyle lists its favorite nail colors in all shades.
December 11, 2009
Among Instyle's list of affordable beauty buys is OPI's Mini Merries collection.
December 11, 2009
Harper's Bazaar names CND color nail polish in Copper Chrome to its top 20 list of fashion items for 2010.
December 11, 2009
The staff of Americana Nail Co. in Columbus, Ohio, recently packed up their nail gear and took it to the RedRock Pub for an evening of martinis and manicures.
December 11, 2009
The third time was the charm for A Finer Touch Nail Spa in Grandview, Mo. After being nominated for the past three years as best nail salon by “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” A Finer Touch finally brought home this national award.
December 9, 2009
Harper's Bazaar tells readers how to look their best during the party season.
December 9, 2009
It's easy to get confused with sources talking about opposing trends. Self magazine tells readers what's up in each category.
December 9, 2009
Bold, usual-colored, and intricately-designed nails were popular backstage this season, Allure reports.
December 9, 2009
Redbook says after a year of scrimping and saving, it's time to celebrate the year's worth of favorite beauty products.
December 9, 2009
Redbook highlights the Minx nail coverings in Golden Lightning, here matching perfectly with a green dress.
December 9, 2009
Vogue's December issue says Essie's Mink Muffs are "this season's must-have nail color."
December 9, 2009
Whether shimmery, glittery, or gemmed, glitter nails can add some sparkle.
