Nails: Gina Silvestro, Cranston, R.I.
Photographer: Vu Ong
Model: Traycee King
April 1, 2010
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.
April 1, 2010
Gina Silvestro is constantly thinking outside of the standard nail “bubble” and strives to stay on the cusp of trends, while sharing and instilling innovative thinking and techniques with her peers. For this month’s cover we asked her to create something fun and bubbly.
April 1, 2010
Dashing Diva’s Gelife Soak-Off UV Gel System can be used to make standard pink-and-whites as well as more fashion-forward nail designs such as the “ombre effect,” in which the nails gradate from one shade of color to the next.
April 1, 2010
Step-by-step by Nails & More Day Spa, Greensboro, N.C.
April 1, 2010
Nailphoria Day Spa in Oakland, Calif. exfoliates and moisturizes hands with this yummy-smelling manicure.
April 1, 2010
Even just the service names sound enticing — coconut milk pedicure, eucalyptus manicure, cosmopolitan mani-pedi — but how do you come up with these ideas? Brainstorming experts and salon owners share how to turn even a small idea into a big nail service that will liven up your menu.
April 1, 2010
If you’re looking to add a nice finishing touch to any nail look, a UV gel top coat can be a great way to cap off the enhancement with a protective and high-gloss coating.
April 1, 2010
Nails by Michelle Ward, Toe-tal Tranquility, Columbus, Ga.
April 1, 2010
Nails by Tanya Arcuri-Gout, Unlimited Expectations, Poland, N.Y.
April 1, 2010
Nails by Christina Landeros, That Total Look Salon, Santa Maria, Calif.
April 1, 2010
Nails by Cassie Fero, Eugene, Ore.
April 1, 2010
Nails by Brenda Skermont, AbFab Salon and Spa, Rockford, Ill.
April 1, 2010
Nails by Tinessa Dixon, Michaels Styles, Cleveland, Tenn.
April 1, 2010
The Wet Paint Nail Glaze System offers flexibility and individuality by letting techs create custom polish colors by layering base colors and topcoat glazes together.
April 1, 2010
Speckles and drips make fashion pop this spring.
April 1, 2010
You don’t have to live in a fashion mecca like New York City to find opportunities to have your best nail styles featured in a professional photo shoot. Take a page from the (ever-growing) book of Joy Yavenue, who enhances her nail art print and web portfolios by partnering with area entrepreneurs.
January 1, 2011
What was the most important thing you learned in beauty school?
April 1, 2010
Today, more than ever, your clients use the Internet as extensions of their everyday lives.
April 1, 2010
In this economy, nail techs have to find creative ways to do direct marketing.
April 1, 2010
Sometimes the things clients say are music to your ears; other times they can make you cringe. We asked nail techs to tell us their favorite, and least favorite, things to hear from clients.
April 1, 2010
Don’t let valuable seconds go to waste. Connect with clients using on-hold messaging.
April 1, 2010
Looking for ways to give your clients something extra that doesn’t cost much in the way of time or money?
April 1, 2010
Bright designs, fun florals, and cute sayings make eye masks eye-catching. They are a cure for bright bedrooms, provide a respite for the overworked, and even relieve discomfort and headaches.
April 1, 2010
Kathy Harper, salon owner. In her other life: video rental store owner.
April 1, 2010
Sharmadean Reid, salon owner, magazine founder, blogger, and stylist, brings nail art to London with the trendy WAH Nails salon, gathering a following of young, creative women.
April 1, 2010
The Painted Nail — a cozy, shabby chic-style space with white-washed wood floors, big comfy white armchairs, vintage-inspired chandeliers, and pretty purple walls. Clients (including many celebrities) come in to get their nails done, but stay for the camaraderie.
April 1, 2010
Salon owners will save on storage space and their bottom line using Barbicide Bullets Hard Surface Cleaner and Disinfectant.
April 1, 2010
Arthritis is so common, it’s easy to approach it with a grin-and-bear-it attitude. However, nail services can often offer clients temporary relief from the persistent pain of arthritis.
April 1, 2010
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects more than eight million Americans and can be an early sign of blocked arteries in the body that can lead to heart attacks. Find out how you can spot PAD in clients and how you should advise them.
April 1, 2010
Fair-trade cooperatives in Morocco benefiting women have made the oil skyrocket in popularity — it’s not just good for users, it’s now also beneficial for local harvesters.
April 20, 2010
BB Couture introduces its men’s line of nail polish. The colors are deeper and earthier to accommodate the male preference.
April 20, 2010
Prolana’s Quick and Slick top coat is a fast-drying, high-shine, and durable top coat.
April 20, 2010
Lazer’s Nail Art Pens have the versatility of a slim brush for striping as well as a pin tip for making flowers and other fun designs including French manicures.
April 20, 2010
It’s So Easy’s Pickerr Uperr provides an easy way to pick up and apply rhinestones.
April 20, 2010
A green alternative to traditional polish remover, Wilaverde by Bodipure contains no acetone or ethyl acetate.
April 20, 2010
Barielle’s Matte-inée Matte Finish top coat is for both men and women, and leaves a nice matte finish, dulling the luster of high-shine polishes.
April 20, 2010
Miyad Designs’s FC1 Foot Control is a light-weight and compact e-file with a foot control and portable rechargeable battery.
April 20, 2010
The Midnight Spa Aromatherapy Products can be added to whirlpool pedicure spas to enhance the salon experience.
April 20, 2010
Kinetics’ Deluxe Implement Kit is a stylish implement kit containing seven tools in a hand tool pouch.
April 20, 2010
Medicool’s Prop Power 20K is a rechargeable manicure and pedicure e-file that can last up to seven hours on a single charge.
April 20, 2010
Coola Suncare’s Natural Hand and Body Lotion Bars contain a unique blend of shea butter and other natural oils and emollients to moisturize, protect, and relieve dry skin.
April 20, 2010
PNI’s PNI12 The Bullet Drill Kit is deceptively compact and powerful, making it the ideal back-up e-file for the experienced tech.
April 20, 2010
GoNails Nail Growth Treatment is a clinically proven treatment developed to protect and promote longer, stronger nails.
April 20, 2010
Pevonia’s Biarritz Pipeless Hydrotherapy Foot Spa uses a hygienic pipeless two-jet system to provide a bacteria and micro-organism free environment.
April 20, 2010
Create a hypnotic service for your clients using the Cuccio Naturalé Milk and Honey products to enhance the spa experience.
April 20, 2010
Color Club’s Royale Debutante offers rebellious shades that go from classic to trendy.
April 20, 2010
Essie’s Ejuvenate is a revolutionary system for younger-looking hands.
April 20, 2010
Antoine De Paris’ #44 Combination Tool is made of cobalt stainless steel and has a convex pusher and pterygium knife tool.
April 20, 2010
Jessica’s Daydream Collection has six new colors that embody the spirit of optimism in the spring season, with shimmering pastels of pink and orange and a strong green.
April 20, 2010
Ranging from a variety of metallic shades to intricate details and art, Cala’s tips are durable yet flexible to ensure long-lasting wear and comfort.
April 20, 2010
CND’s Performance Forms for liquid and powder enhancements provide a perfect fit and stunning C-curve.
April 20, 2010
OPI’s new Hong Kong Collection has 12 shades inspired by the fashion-forward city of the east.
April 20, 2010
Rainbow Body Skin Art makes it easy to create detailed and intricate glitter designs on the body.
April 20, 2010
Nubar’s Sparkles Collection of polish comes in eight glittery shades.
April 20, 2010
Backscratchers’ Divine Designs line has a lot of decals available that are easily applied for fun, decorative nail art.
April 20, 2010
BioCreative Labs’ ManiSation line of manicure products are ordered sequentially to create a custom four-step manicure.
April 20, 2010
Rainbow of Hope is a color display of 20 China Glaze nail lacquers selected to coincide with the “awareness colors” used to represent the different forms of cancer.
April 1, 2010
Salon owners will save on storage space and their bottom line using Barbicide Bullets Hard Surface Cleaner and Disinfectant.
April 30, 2010
According to Glamour, shiny metallic nails will attract attention. For a lighter look, try clear glitter polish like this CoverGirl Boundless Color Nail Sparkle Topcoat in Disco Dazzle.
April 30, 2010
Harper's Bazaar raves about Dior's new lacquers, Silver Pearl and Pink Ballet, in its April issue.
April 30, 2010
Teen Vogue went through 159,000 reader entries of beauty favorites and names the best of the best. In polish, the winner was OPI , and the mag features OPI Nail Lacquer in Breathe Life.
April 30, 2010
Teen Vogue's April issue suggests matching bubblegum pink polish with blues of all hues.
April 30, 2010
Real Simple magazine suggests sophisticated lavender nails of different hues and a polish accelerator for a quick, mess-free dry.
April 30, 2010
O, The Oprah Magazine, says a good way to get over the winter blues is brightly colored toenails peeking out of a pair of sandals.
April 30, 2010
Switch from deep red to bright red for the spring, says Allure Magazine. Featured polish color is OPI Nail Lacquer in Big Apple Red.
April 30, 2010
Featured products on Marie Claire's masthead for April include Orly Nail Lacquer in Cotton Candy.
April 30, 2010
Marie Claire magazine's beauty director Ying Chu picked Butter London's Jelly Sheer Polish in Shown in Chuffed and Twee as this month's best polish buys.
April 30, 2010
The runway is being swayed by earthy influences, from florals and leaves to birds and butterflies, and there's some bright new polish to match that.
April 30, 2010
Essence magazine's Glam Squad member Marcia says, "I'm going for the pretty with flirty curls and sophisticated shades of purple and pink" for the spring.
April 30, 2010
Elle's April issue features photo shoots with makeup guru and includes nail colors from OPI.
April 5, 2010
While it's fun to experiment with color, be careful with bright nails, says Glamour magazine. "These neon shades don't go with frilly dresses," editors say.
April 5, 2010
Glamour gives readers an easy how-to guide for adding crystals to nails.
April 5, 2010
Glamour beauty columnist tells readers to consider getting "fakes" if long nails keep breaking.
