July 5, 2017 | Video
Young Nails president Greg Salo explains the correct technique to consistently pick up the perfect acrylic pearl every time.
March 23, 2017 | Article
The outer layer of acrylic nails can separate from the nail bed for a variety of reasons. This review of proper preparation and application will help you troubleshoot to prevent acrylic nails from lifting.
April 25, 2016 | Video
Pinching is an advanced nail technique that enhances a beautifully shaped acrylic nail. In this video, Suzie Moskal demonstrates the technique including tips for both the nail tech and client.
August 6, 2015 | Video
While renovating her new nail studio, Suzie Moskal damaged her acrylic thumbnail. In this in-depth tutorial, she demonstrates how to repair the lifted nail and make it beautiful again.
July 14, 2015 | Video
Suzie Moskal demonstrates one of the most important aspects of acrylic nail design the liquid to powder ratio of your acrylic bead.
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May 11, 2015 | Video
Watch as Greg shows you how to bring the acrylic to just the right point on the natural nail. He takes you through some common mistakes and some very easy solutions!
November 16, 2014 | Video
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Entity's director of education, Lorena Marquez, shows how to sculpt a 3-D butterfly using colored acrylic powders.
October 28, 2014 | Article
Let's go back to the basics on acrylics.
October 20, 2014 | Video
Holly Schippers, aka FingerNailFixer, shares detailed tips to create a great smile line.
June 27, 2014 | Video
Tammy Taylor demonstrates how to repair a broken Pink-and-White acrylic nail.
June 19, 2014 | Video
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Light Elegance educator Loni Preato shows how to create a quick 15-minute gel fill, perfect for the lunchtime client.
June 4, 2014 | Video
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Light Elegance educator Loni Preato shows how to use the reverse application method to sculpt a perfect smile line with pink-and-whites, colors, or glitter acrylics.
February 26, 2014 | Video
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, nail tech Lorena Marquez shows how to create acrylic nails with corrective powder.
August 9, 2013 | Article
When it comes to service breakdown, a handful of common slip-ups and mistakes are often at the root of the problem. Clients can share the blame too, by abusing their own nails and causing damage, but NAILS compiled a list of 10 common application mishaps to help you keep your enhancement applications flawless.
July 31, 2013 | Video
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, CND education ambassador Shelena Robinson shows how to create a netting effect with pure pigments over acrylics.
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