August 1, 2009
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Nail Labo introduces its new LED soak-off gel system, Presto. Using the latest technology in the dental industry, Presto takes just five seconds to cure, making a full set of gel nails in under 20 minutes a reality. The LED lights have an almost infinite lifetime, says the company, so techs will likely never have to change the bulbs.
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August 1, 2009
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Toe waxing can be a great add-on for pedicures. It gives the client that little extra pampering so they know their entire foot will be smooth and clean for uninhibited bare feet flashing. Experienced pedicurist Cyndi Grohowski of Polished From Head to Toe in Haddon Heights, N.J., offers these five steps on how to do a flawless toe waxing.
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July 1, 2009
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Rose petals included in this manicure created by Three-13 Salon, Spa & Boutique, Marietta, Ga.
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July 1, 2009
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Nails by Jennifer Mather, Polished Nail Design Group Inc., Burlington, Ontario, Canada
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July 1, 2009
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Elaine Watson, Star Nail International vice president of marketing and global education director, created our July cover’s fabric with resin and UV sealer-encapsulated nails. You can use just about anything — have your client bring in their old favorite piece of clothing.
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July 1, 2009
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Step-by-step from Zoe Nail Salon and Spa, Charlotte, N.C.
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July 1, 2009
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This method for backfilling pink-and-white enhancements takes only a few seconds to learn, but it can save minutes on your service times and give you beautiful, laser-crisp smile lines. Lammers says once you’ve mastered this technique, you’ll wonder why you did it any other way.
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July 1, 2009
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Light Elegance has re-released an old favorite, Fiber Gel. Fiber Gel is a UV-cured gel that contains fiberglass mixed into the gel. The fiber is strong and can be used on fills and full-sets, and it is a self-leveling product. When cured, the fiberglass becomes locked together to form a blanket of strength.
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June 15, 2009
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Nails by Jayne Berger, Cissna Park, Ill.
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June 1, 2009
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If you’ve never done a waterless manicure before, here’s a quick guide to going without the soak.
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June 1, 2009
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Step-by-steps for doing a backfill, smoothing calluses, surface shaping, and natural nail work. Plus, e-file tips and tricks.
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June 1, 2009
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The Balance Body Builder gel has a thicker viscosity that allows for easy building of the upper arch. It cures to a high shine in 90 seconds and is perfect for warmer environments. Here’s how to do an extreme nail makeover with the Body Builder Cover Pink.
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June 1, 2009
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Star Nail’s Nail Evolution, consisting of a liquid monomer and bonding acrylic powder, is engineered for maximum bonding of acrylic to natural nails. Primer is not required,and Nail Evolution is guaranteed to not lift or yellow.
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May 11, 2009
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Nails by Bonnie Rios, Fingertips by Bonnie at Julie Johnson Salon, Riverside, Calif.
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May 11, 2009
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Nails by Roe Van Epps, Sacramento, Calif.
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