Nails: Kelly-Marie Daly, Charleville, Ireland
Photographer: Sui
Model: Anne-Marie Daly
January 1, 2011
Get a New Year’s shine and shimmer with ASP Aspire’s Prism Acrylic Kit. This ultrafeminine collection features a 1/8-oz. pot of pink, white, and clear acrylic powder in one kit.
January 1, 2011
Backscratchers Salon Systems has re-designed and created Nouveau Nail Tips to improve the natural look and feel of nails.
January 1, 2011
Nouveau Nail has a new acrylic collection, City Lights. The shimmering neon and bold urban colors will have nails looking great and wearing well for long-lasting manicure designs.
January 1, 2011
Last fall, V.I.P. Salon & Spa in Riverview, Mich., became the largest CND Grand Master salon in the world.
January 1, 2011
Perfect Match gel polish applies like nail polish but wears like gel.
January 1, 2011
Christrio’s Gelacquer Removable Gel System features a new gel brush with high-quality Kolinsky bristles, a choice of clear gels (Clear Builder or Permashine) that allows techs the flexibility to implement the best gel for the job at hand.
January 1, 2011
Light Elegance’s P2 is the latest formula from the company, which prides itself in its quality of gels and its range of available colors.
January 1, 2011
Reveal by Hand and Nail Harmony are UV or LED-cured gels that bond to the natural nail using a fused keratin bonding system without the use of harsh acids for retention.
January 1, 2011
Sheba has a collection of Gel Paint Nail Art Pens that have a ballpoint head much like a writing pen, but dispense a thin paint that fl ows easily on the nail.
January 1, 2011
CND has launched larger sizes of the Shellac Base and Top Coats.
January 1, 2011
Duri’s Miracote is designed to dry through nail polish to the base coat so nails are ready to go quickly.
January 1, 2011
OPI unveils eight new Axxium Soak-Off Gel Lacquer Shades. These shades add to the 34 that are currently available, which feature OPI’s best-selling polish shades in a UV-cured, soak-off gel formula.
January 1, 2011
Bellissima International’s Starter Kit has everything you need to start offering Bellissima Gel services right away.
January 1, 2011
Young Nails enters the brush-on gel polish market with its new mani Q color line.
January 1, 2011
Light Elegance Gels are engineered to perform well on any type of nail, from full-coverage color saturation to free edge-extended Frenches, and even 3-D sculpting.
January 1, 2011
Robyn Schwartz of Grand Forks, British Columbia, Canada, has no problem making these streaky-clean gel art designs on a regular basis, she says. The secret is in the thin layer of uncured clear gel.
January 1, 2011
European Touch’s newest spa, the ElleSpa, comes standard with a full body back massage and vibration massage in the bottom seat cushion, as well as a durable steel support frame in the base and pop-up trays for manicure service or beverage placement.
January 1, 2011
Estelina’s Spa Treatment Scrub uses ground pumice to remove dead skin cells and keep hard skin and flakiness from building up.
January 1, 2011
Distributed exclusively by Spilo Worldwide, the Sani-Care line off ers an added layer of protection after you’ve already cleaned and disinfected your foot tub per state board standards.
January 1, 2011
Continuum’s new Simplicity pedicure chair requires absolutely no plumbing or installation.
January 1, 2011
LCN’s Hibiscus Bath Foot Salts have a blend of sea salt crystals with hibiscus extract to provide an invigorating foot bath environment that helps improve circulation and revitalize stressed feet and legs.
January 1, 2011
The Gehwol Dry Pedicure, available exclusively from Universal Companies, requires no water.
January 1, 2011
VB Cosmetics’ Heels and Elbows Cream brings relief to clients suffering with dry, cracked heels.
January 1, 2011
If you’re looking to combat powerful calluses, then try ProLinc's Be Natural Callus Eliminator Pre-Soaked Pads.
January 1, 2011
NSI’s Nurture Lotion Warm Vanilla Bergamot is infused with jojoba and grapeseed oils to moisturize and replenish damaged and stressed skin tissue.
January 1, 2011
Cuccio Naturalé’s Lemongrass & Lavender Sea Salts work to exfoliate skin as well as hydrate and replenish it with the rejuvenating effects of lemongrass extracts and a light lavender scent.
January 1, 2011
The Nail Lounge in Costa Mesa, Calif., offers this rose-themed pedicure.
January 1, 2011
Beautiful Nails & Spa in Charlotte, N.C., uses Jelli-Pedi powder in this unique pedicure.
January 1, 2011
Fun Polish by It’s So Easy lets you create a truly one-of-a-kind look for each client — and even for each nail.
January 1, 2011
Congratulations to the winners of the recent Aussie Nail Tips Forum photo contest.
January 1, 2011
No longer just for doilies and potholders, crafty crochet — a fabric-creating technique that involves looping thread with a hooked needle — now appears in designer dresses, shoes, and other accessories.
January 1, 2011
SheeKee Nails — formerly known as Trendy Nails Unlimited (TNU) — offers a new way to design stylish, eye-catching nails.
January 1, 2011
Many techs are timid when it comes to embellishing their clients’ nails out of fear that their creative skills may not be up to par. But there are a number of nail art products out there to help you make your fi rst leap into beautifying nails with an artistic flair.
January 1, 2011
On September 19-20, some of the best nail artists in the world gathered to take part in the sixth annual London Nailympics at the Olympia Beauty Show in London.
January 1, 2011
Nubar’s Night Sky Collection was inspired by the shifting colors of the evening sky.
January 1, 2011
China Glaze’s Awakening Collection is sure to bring out the creature in you.
January 1, 2011
Sante America offers a new bottle for its nail polish, coming in lip-gloss-looking containers that fit easily into purses for nail touch-ups on the go.
January 1, 2011
Mobile and celebrity manicurist Teresa Smith's mobile manicure company Nails at Work has been around for about four years, and now Smith has made her mobile manicure tables available for any nail tech to purchase.
January 1, 2011
Nail professionals can show the world their creativity by designing and photographing their best work to enter in the International Nail Technicians Association (INTA) Stars Nail Design photo competition. Finalists will be selected and judged by industry celebrities and editors, including Jan Arnold, co-founder of CND, nail technician Vicki Peters, and NAILS editor Hannah Lee.
January 1, 2011
NAILS asked readers: What do you wear to the salon to set the tone for a great day? You told us that comfort and style were both important factors.
January 1, 2011
Get Polished! Agency is a unique boutique agency created to provide talented, experienced, creative, and professional nail techs to the advertising, publishing, and entertainment worlds.
January 1, 2011
New salon owners, competitors, students, coaches, and a few opinionated veteran techs; we let these reader voices shine through every week online. And they have a lot to say. If you aren’t already following these blogs, bookmark them right away.
January 1, 2011
Let's face it, there seems to be a nail salon on every corner and some in between. So what's a salon owner or nail tech to do to build her business these days? How about networking with other local businesses?
January 1, 2011
After 24 years in the business, salon owner Shari Finger is a pretty good resource for how to prevent burnout. See what keeps her from getting bored.
January 1, 2011
Come take a class, learn about the latest products, meet new friends, and renew your love of nails. Here's a quick preview of this year's major tradeshows.
January 1, 2011
Salon owner Renee Borowy talks about the positive outlook for nail techs.
January 1, 2011
Most likely, the majority of your clients are people you enjoy, who give you energy, who make it easy to love your job. But there’s always that one.
January 1, 2011
Salon Iris Software’s remote access site is up and running.
January 1, 2011
As a way of showing client appreciation, personalized chocolate confections are a sure hit. These custom-made sweet treats are just a taste of the endless possibilities available.
January 1, 2011
How much would it be worth to you to have clients pay up to two months in advance? Kim Hanzlik, owner of Nails, Hands, Feet and Toes in Winnemucca, Nev., offers clients the option of paying in advance and discounts their service by $5 as an incentive.
January 1, 2011
A mentor and mentee discuss the evolution of their salons, which are in adjacent towns.
January 1, 2011
A mentor and mentee discuss the evolution of their salons, which are in adjacent towns.
January 1, 2011
Nail tech Simmy Bredal-Bell visits Platinum Nails in Monroe Township, N.J.
January 1, 2011
Lucia Etchamendy, owner of Lucia’s Hair and Nail Salon in Hesperia, Calif., donates her services doing face painting, a skill she developed when she started painting her children’s faces almost 18 years ago.
January 1, 2011
“Atrophy” is simply the wasting away of a part of the body. The same thing can happen to nails.
January 1, 2011
Ancient Chinese, prior to the second century B.C., made wine from the wild native grapes growing in mountain climates.
January 1, 2011
Here are some quick and easy food based blends you can use to perform Mandi Newton's Ancient Soak, Scrub, and Rub Procedure on the feet.
January 31, 2011
For problem feet, Nailology offers its best-selling Crack No More Heel Cream.
January 1, 2011
European Touch’s newest spa, the ElleSpa, comes standard with a full body back massage and vibration massage in the bottom seat cushion, as well as a durable steel support frame in the base and pop-up trays for manicure service or beverage placement.
January 1, 2011
Estelina’s Spa Treatment Scrub uses ground pumice to remove dead skin cells and keep hard skin and flakiness from building up.
January 1, 2011
Perfect Match gel polish applies like nail polish but wears like gel.
January 1, 2011
Christrio’s Gelacquer Removable Gel System features a new gel brush with high-quality Kolinsky bristles, a choice of clear gels (Clear Builder or Permashine) that allows techs the flexibility to implement the best gel for the job at hand.
January 1, 2011
Get a New Year’s shine and shimmer with ASP Aspire’s Prism Acrylic Kit. This ultrafeminine collection features a 1/8-oz. pot of pink, white, and clear acrylic powder in one kit.
January 1, 2011
Nubar’s Night Sky Collection was inspired by the shifting colors of the evening sky.
January 1, 2011
NSI’s Nurture Lotion Warm Vanilla Bergamot is infused with jojoba and grapeseed oils to moisturize and replenish damaged and stressed skin tissue.
January 1, 2011
Distributed exclusively by Spilo Worldwide, the Sani-Care line off ers an added layer of protection after you’ve already cleaned and disinfected your foot tub per state board standards.
January 1, 2011
Light Elegance’s P2 is the latest formula from the company, which prides itself in its quality of gels and its range of available colors.
January 1, 2011
Continuum’s new Simplicity pedicure chair requires absolutely no plumbing or installation.
January 1, 2011
Backscratchers Salon Systems has re-designed and created Nouveau Nail Tips to improve the natural look and feel of nails.
January 1, 2011
Reveal by Hand and Nail Harmony are UV or LED-cured gels that bond to the natural nail using a fused keratin bonding system without the use of harsh acids for retention.
January 1, 2011
China Glaze’s Awakening Collection is sure to bring out the creature in you.
January 1, 2011
Sheba has a collection of Gel Paint Nail Art Pens that have a ballpoint head much like a writing pen, but dispense a thin paint that fl ows easily on the nail.
January 1, 2011
CND has launched larger sizes of the Shellac Base and Top Coats.
January 1, 2011
LCN’s Hibiscus Bath Foot Salts have a blend of sea salt crystals with hibiscus extract to provide an invigorating foot bath environment that helps improve circulation and revitalize stressed feet and legs.
January 1, 2011
Duri’s Miracote is designed to dry through nail polish to the base coat so nails are ready to go quickly.
January 1, 2011
OPI unveils eight new Axxium Soak-Off Gel Lacquer Shades. These shades add to the 34 that are currently available, which feature OPI’s best-selling polish shades in a UV-cured, soak-off gel formula.
January 1, 2011
Cuccio Naturalé’s Lemongrass & Lavender Sea Salts work to exfoliate skin as well as hydrate and replenish it with the rejuvenating effects of lemongrass extracts and a light lavender scent.
January 1, 2011
Nouveau Nail has a new acrylic collection, City Lights. The shimmering neon and bold urban colors will have nails looking great and wearing well for long-lasting manicure designs.
January 1, 2011
Bellissima International’s Starter Kit has everything you need to start offering Bellissima Gel services right away.
January 1, 2011
Sante America offers a new bottle for its nail polish, coming in lip-gloss-looking containers that fit easily into purses for nail touch-ups on the go.
January 1, 2011
Young Nails enters the brush-on gel polish market with its new mani Q color line.
January 1, 2011
VB Cosmetics’ Heels and Elbows Cream brings relief to clients suffering with dry, cracked heels.
January 1, 2011
Fun Polish by It’s So Easy lets you create a truly one-of-a-kind look for each client — and even for each nail.
January 1, 2011
If you’re looking to combat powerful calluses, then try ProLinc's Be Natural Callus Eliminator Pre-Soaked Pads.
January 13, 2011
In honor of Valentine’s Day, we asked nail artists to create candy-themed designs. From handpainted wonders to actual embedded candy wrappers, these nails are sweet treats that look good enough to eat!
January 1, 2011
Nail techs share their manicure station set-ups. It's a revealing look at form, function, and personality.
January 31, 2011
The Beauty Bus Foundation recently celebrated industry volunteers who bring beauty into the lives of homebound and terminally or chronically ill individuals and their primary caregivers free of charge.
January 31, 2011
Cosmopolitan shares money-saving tricks on getting a gorgeous manicure at a great price.
January 27, 2011
Harper’s Bazaar sits down with “It” girl and Charlotte Olympia high heel designer Charlotte Dellal to talk about her personal style picks. Dellal names Essie’s red polish in Forever Young as one of her must-have beauty items.
January 25, 2011
Lucky magazine spotlights mini-polishes in the October issue’s Beauty Spy article.
January 24, 2011
Robanda International Inc, owners of the Mr. Pumice and Tropical Shine File brands, merges with Omega Labs USA.
January 21, 2011
Redbook magazine’s Beauty Director Cheryl Kramer Kaye offers advice on feet hang-ups for the Beauty Confessions corner.
January 19, 2011
Women’s Health shares some of-the-moment tips on how to get the most out of a pick-me-up manicure on bad hair and tight jean days.
January 17, 2011
Glamour’s beauty editor Amber Kallor takes In The Mood’s Color Changing Nail Polish for a test run for the magazine’s New Stuff You’ll Love section.
January 14, 2011
Self chats with Jin Soon Choi, of Jin Soon Natural Hand and Foot Spas, on how to revive dull and brittle post-winter nails.
January 13, 2011
At Milan’s Fashion Week in September, Cuccio Naturalé Italy offered luxurious spa manicures to journalists, buyers, editors, fashion art directors, models, and designers.
January 13, 2011
Polish manufacturer OPI Products was purchased for an undisclosed amount by Coty Inc.
January 13, 2011
NYC boutique Georgia-owners Jodie Patterson and Kiara Ellozy share with Glamour on their favorite beauty tricks, tips, and products.
January 12, 2011
Zoya’s delicate ballet-pink polish Bela is featured in Natalie Portman’s latest film, Black Swan.
January 11, 2011
Glamour talks with nail industry pros on why “Models’ Nails Always Look So Good.”
January 5, 2011
Teen Vogue’s Beauty Blogger writer chats with runway model Constance Jablonski about her beauty secrets.
January 1, 2011
First it was Justin Bieber and Katy Perry, now it’s Serena Williams. OPI is partnering with the tennis superstar to launch the Glam Slam collection.
January 1, 2011
Salon Iris Software’s remote access site is up and running.
