Nails: Elsbeth Schuetz, Orange, Calif. ms-management agency LA
Polish: Essie, Neo Whimsical
Photographer: Mimi Haddon
Model: Traycee King
February 1, 2010
Retailing nail strengtheners is good for your clients' nails and increases your earnings.
February 1, 2010
Though many technicians prefer to sculpt, a pre-made nail tip that can be adhered to the natural nail can give newbie nail techs a nice runway to learn the delicate craft of gel and acrylic sculpting, while providing great-looking results.
February 1, 2010
Condition cuticles while soaking off UV gels.
February 1, 2010
More and more manufacturers are creating soak-off gels, including ones that look and feel similar to nail polish. New company Hand & Nail Harmony demonstrates how to use its product Gelish Color Gels.
February 1, 2010
Bonnie Rios of Rio Rancho, N.M., shows how she does her waterless pedicure using CND’s Almond SpaManicure System.
February 1, 2010
Find out what’s new and how it can benefit you.
February 1, 2010
Tweezerman’s professional line of sanitizable and disposable pedicure tools can be used in the salon to give clients a perfect pedicure.
February 1, 2010
Step-by-step by Jeanet Spa & Salon, Toronto
January 1, 2010
Called the "sole soother", this heel cream comes in a handy stick and can also be used on rough knees and elbows.
February 1, 2010
The Contessas are an annual beauty award program that shows off the best Canada’s salon professionals have to offer.
February 1, 2010
Nails by Leticia Lujan, Attitudes with Style, Bakersfield, Calif.
February 1, 2010
Nails by Ellen Nycz, Plainsboro, N.J.
February 1, 2010
Nails by Tinessa Dixon, Michaels Styles, Cleveland, Tenn.
February 1, 2010
Nails by Natalie Wolfe Wargo, Shear Innocence, Johnstown, Pa.
February 1, 2010
Nails by Tomomi Williams, Tee’s Nails, New Orleans
February 1, 2010
Nails by Joanne Truitt, Boca Nail Depot, Boca Raton, Fla.
February 1, 2010
Civilian versions of military apparel — from gold buttons and tassels to military jackets (a la Michael Jackson) and camouflage — are a timely trend.
February 1, 2010
Visit www.spilo.com for online ordering.
February 1, 2010
The ninth-annual Strut Your Stuff Nail Art & Enhancement Contest, sponsored by WWWeb Services and BeautyTech.com, received 60 entries from 20 countries.
January 2, 2011
In regards to your nail business, what has been your smartest investment?
February 1, 2010
A regular team meeting is essential for running a successful business.
February 1, 2010
Risé Carter of NSI, Doug Schoon of CND, Paul Bryson of OPI, and numerous other manufacturers and nail techs have sent letters to Dr. Oz. I encourage you to do the same. Go watch the video and then click on the Contact Us link at the bottom of the page.
February 1, 2010
Less formal than a class or networking event, “practice parties” provide an opportunity for nail techs to experiment with new products and techniques, build friendships and professional bonds, and remember how much they love doing nails.
February 1, 2010
Fill those slow days with a once-a-week special.
February 1, 2010
Blogs can be a wonderful outlet for personal creativity, as well as powerful business tools to help build a loyal clientele. Here are some things to remember if you decide to start your own blog.
February 1, 2010
Many women can’t go a day without their lip balms. Small sizing, adorable designs, and affordable prices make these tubs and tubes of lip balm an easy retail item that’s perfect for a last-minute impulse buy.
February 1, 2010
Train your staff — and yourself — to answer this sensitive question so you’re able to respond quickly and confidently to clients’ concerns.
February 1, 2010
Passion is contagious, and at least several students at Michael’s School of Beauty can testify to this fact.
February 1, 2010
Kahne Witham, salon owner. In her other life: autopsy technician and 911 dispatcher.
February 1, 2010
Prompted by the desire to create her ideal salon, esthetician and nail tech Victoria Vo sold her nails-only business and opened up a full-service location just two miles away. Decorating it herself and offering the services she’s always wanted, Ku’tur Nail Lounge and Salon has ended up being just right, the second time around.
February 1, 2010
Though a common ailment, corns can often be avoided by something as simple as changing one’s shoes.
February 1, 2010
Although H1N1 is an airborne pathogen, it’s far more easily transmitted through hand-to-hand contact. This is one more reason it’s important to understand the proper use of antimicrobials and how they fit into your salon sanitation regimen.
February 1, 2010
Odorless, gentle, and effective, G2 Organics Nail Polish Remover comes with a bonus.
February 1, 2010
The term diamond comes from an ancient Greek word meaning ‘unbreakable.’
February 24, 2010
China Glaze's The Wizard of Ooh Ahz Polish Collection includes colors like Ruby Pumps, Good Witch, C-C-Courage, Dorothy Who?, Cowardly Lyin’, and The Ten Man.
February 24, 2010
To coordinate with the release of Tim Burton’s new film adaptation of Alice In Wonderland, OPI has released a four-polish line inspired by the story.
February 24, 2010
Welcalm’s FootKiss Callus Removal Kit is a simple four-step kit that removes callus in as little as 10 minutes.
February 24, 2010
It’s always strawberry season when you have VB Cosmetics’ Brown Sugar Strawberry Gel Scrub.
February 24, 2010
Jessica’s Red Alert Collection is the perfect kit to have for any nail polish emergency.
February 24, 2010
Mr. Pumice’s Lil Pumi Foot Files can be used wet or dry, and take down callus quickly and easily leaving feet healthy and smooth.
February 24, 2010
LeChat’s Science Color Changing Gels can change color by simply adding heat.
February 24, 2010
Entity’s Nanovive Skin Revival System Kit contains four products in the Nanovive System.
February 22, 2010
Nailezee offers an Advanced Nail Growth System, formulated by professionals with over 30 years of accumulated experience in treating all types of nail conditions.
February 18, 2010
Bio Creative Labs’ ManiSation Line of hand care products delivers a complete skin care experience for manicures.
February 18, 2010
Color Club’s Dark Romance Collection features three sultry matte shades as well as a matte top coat.
February 18, 2010
Nubar’s new Prisms Collection is inspired by the colors of light when shone through a prism.
February 18, 2010
Zoes Nail Products’ new 3-Way Gloss and Shine Discs for Natural Nails offer high-quality and high-speed buffing to bring the natural nail plates to a sparkly finish.
February 18, 2010
California Mango’s Natural Hand & Body Lotion protects and maintains skin, and leaves it soft and smooth.
February 18, 2010
Dashing Diva’s French Tipped Tips provide textbook French looks quickly and easily.
February 18, 2010
Cuccio Naturalé’s Lemon Skin Lightening Serum is formulated with koljic acid and natural lemon extracts to gradually reduce and lighten skin pigmentations.
February 18, 2010
Kinetics’ Masterpiece Brushes are hand made from the highest-quality pure Kolinsky.
February 18, 2010
The Safari Airbrush 300+ Series Nail Airbrush Kit makes controlling both the air and paint a snap.
February 18, 2010
Medicool’s Manicure/Pedicure E-File Station offers nail care in a portable and rechargeable package.
February 12, 2010
Whether it’s the dazzle of Super Nova Glitter Tips or the polka-heart pattern of Designer French Tips, your clients will fall in love with Shooting Star’s Sweetheart Collection.
February 12, 2010
As part of its antimicrobial skin care line designed to help nail technicians fight germs, viruses, and fungus, Dr. G’s has introduced 2-in-1 Antimicrobial Callus and Cuticle Remover.
February 12, 2010
The innovative SaniSmart Jet 2.0 works in tandem with the liners. Place the jet in the designated area. The jet’s mechanism operates by a magnetic disk in an encased propeller that produces a powerful current.
February 5, 2010
From a brand that’s known for its wide assortment of nail decals comes the “Bling, Bling for Your Ring” Cell Phone Decoration Kit.
February 1, 2010
Condition cuticles while soaking off UV gels.
February 1, 2010
Odorless, gentle, and effective, G2 Organics Nail Polish Remover comes with a bonus.
February 15, 2010
As February 14 swiftly approaches, your clients are increasing their requests for nail art with hearts, flowers, and all things pink and red. We've got you covered with these designs that will get clients in, out, and on the way to their romantic rendezvous.
February 23, 2010
Marie Claire says "the prettiest spring pedicures come out in the buff."
February 23, 2010
Sixty-seven percent say yes to neon nails, according to Glamour magazine.
February 23, 2010
Glamour encourages readers to try sparkly polish, especially with chunky glitter or gold specks built in.
February 23, 2010
In addition to pink blush and pink lips, Glamour's March issue recommends Estee Lauder Michael Kors Very Hollywood Nail Lacquer in Bungalow Pink.
February 23, 2010
Glamour columnist Andre Pomerantz Lustig encourages readers to try an "artsy mani" by putting mini kids' stickers on nails.
February 23, 2010
Try polish infused with diamond dust for super-shiny tips to "go from dull to dazzling," says Cosmopolitan.
February 23, 2010
Mismatched nails and toes? Sure, if they're in the same shade family, says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann.
February 23, 2010
For extra drying time, Friday's routine includes an at-home manicure, according to Cosmopolitan.
February 23, 2010
Cosmopolitan magazine says chipped nails just don't make a great first impression. According to celeb manicurist Elle, nail color pens are the solution.
February 22, 2010
Elle Magazine, Polish edition, features Color Club's Sexy Siren polish in its beauty section.
February 10, 2010
Cosmopolitan asked 100 guys on the street what they think of nail decals. 45% say they're "fun and flirty" while 55% say they're "too over-the-top."
February 10, 2010
Celeb manicurist Dana Caruso tells Cosmopolitan readers how to create a long-lasting mani at home. Share these tips with clients looking through polishes in the retail area.
February 10, 2010
Matching nails to the outfit? The Cosmopolitan fashion team works with manicurists to achieve the desired look.
February 10, 2010
According to Allure beauty editors, Orly Foil FX Nail Lacquer in Rage is an attention-grabbing polish that will get wearers noticed.
February 10, 2010
Shape magazine shows Beyonce wearing Minx nail accessories in its February issue and tells readers to give the "no-drying-time-required, long-wearing mani/pedi" a try.
February 10, 2010
Don't like matte polish? According to Woman's Day, Orly's Metal Chic Collection is a good alternative.
February 10, 2010
For clients tired of faded winter colors, Glamour names CND bright polish as one of its "winter coping strategies."
February 10, 2010
Matte polish is still hot, according to the February issue of Glamour. Be prepared by testing out the matte French mani and stocking up on matte topcoats.
February 2, 2010
Teen Vogue says bright blue nails paired with bold-colored clothes and makeup are in this spring.
February 2, 2010
Celebrity manicurist Lisa Logan, who works on stars like Mary J. Blige and Beyonce, shares nail favorites and tips.
February 2, 2010
Good Housekeeping revisits nail care tips from as far back as 1948, and names today's product equivalent.
February 2, 2010
CND educator Roxanne Valinoti tells Harper's Bazaar that candy-colored nails will be hot this spring.
February 2, 2010
New polish brand RBG has Lucky magazine editors raving. They love the polish in Toast, a "cool, urban mushroom."
February 2, 2010
Manicurist Tom Bachik did supermodel and TV host Heidi Klum's nails for the February cover of Instyle. Duplicate the look by using Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush polish in Tutu.
February 2, 2010
What's a girls' pajama party without at-home nail care? Teen Vogue suggests nail care products that include emery boards and pink polish.
February 2, 2010
Teen Vogue picks flirty pale pink and sporty brown as polish must-haves.
February 1, 2010
Visit www.spilo.com for online ordering.
