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Technique

Nails Go Platinum With Essie Gel Couture Top Coat

by NLS Staff | July 22, 2017

Essie’s new Gel Couture Platinum Grade Finish Top Coat delivers show-stopping, platinum-grade shine. Infusing pro-platinum technology into Gel Couture’s high-shine formula, this new top coat protects against chipping, delivering wear for up to 14 days. The second step in the Gel Couture two-step system, the top coat delivers a high-shine finish to any one of Essie’s Gel Couture shades.

Technique

Custom-Mix and Store Product With the Pottle Beauty Blending Tool

by Staff

The Pottle was invented by celebrity manicurist Nettie Davis to customize and store gels, gel-polish, traditional polish, or any other product or cosmetic.

In partnership with LeChat

How to Troubleshoot Gel Curing Problems

by Staff

Problems with gel curing are common in the salon, and it can be difficult to figure out what’s going wrong. Once you have ensured that the nails are prepped correctly, it’s important to consider whether you are using the best lamp for your needs. Here are some of the most common issues with curing, and how to fix them.

Technique

Foot-Focused Event for U.S. and Canadian Techs Comes to Chicago in September 2020

by Staff

CA*US*E is a foot-focused education event for Canadian and United States nail technicians and pedicurists who are looking for in-depth education in foot care.

Technique

Meet the Pottle

by Staff

The Nail Hub introduces you to the Pottle, a new invention for mixing beauty and nail products.

Technique

Americanails Introduces New Stainless Steel Filing System

Americanails

The new Americanails stainless steel nail file and pedicure file feature EasyPeel Abrasive Strips.

Technique

Kupa MANIPro Passport Now Available in New Colors

Kupa

The e-file is now available in two colorful new two-toned color schemes.

Technique

Iroha Hand and Foot Masks Nourish Skin

Iroha Nature

Iroha Nourishing Hand Mask Gloves and Foot Mask Socks provide a noutritious and intense repairing treatment.

Technique

Correcting Toenail Issues — From Stubbed Toes to Total Reconstruction

by Holly Schippers

Learn techniques using forms, fiberglass, gel, and liquid-and-powder to makeover toenails that have been damaged or are even missing.

Melissa Finch of Estilo Salon and Spa, Altoona, Iowa, used a tip to correct her client’s ski...

Technique

How to Correct Ski Jump Nails

by Holly Schippers

Ski jump nails can be corrected with liquid-and-powder acrylic and an accurately sized tip.

Business

Holiday Gifts to Bring Cheer to the Salon

by Staff

Brighten your clients’ holiday season with these festive winter colors, stocking stuffers, and spa items.

Videos

In our video section, watch salon professionals in action, listen to the advice of salon business experts, and tour inside the world’s top salons.

Nail Design

Behind the Scenes of Morgan Taylor Champagne & Moonbeams Collection

Nail Design

OPI NTNA Challenge 2: Australia Nail Art (Danielle)

Nail Design

OPI NTNA Challenge 2: Fiji Nail Art (Liza)

Technique

How to Sculpt an Almond Nail Using Acrylic

by Staff

Katie Barnes explains how to use a nail form to sculpt an almond nail shape.

Technique

How to Sculpt a Square Nail Using Gel

by Staff

Katie Barnes explains how to use a nail form to sculpt a square nail shape.

In partnership with LeChat

What Do CBD Pedicures Feel Like and What Are the Benefits?

by Katherine Fleming

CBD products have become popular as a natural way to relieve pain, increase wellness, and promote relaxation. These products have many health benefits and are ideal for a salon or spa setting, but it’s important to understand the product before you begin offering it in your salon.

Technique

Xtens Soft Gel Nail Extensions Tutorial

by Staff

In this video, Paola Ponce demonstrates how to create nail extensions using Xtens nail tips.

Technique

How to Get Started With Electric Files

by Katherine Fleming

E-files can be intimidating for nail techs and clients who aren’t used to them, and they require careful training, but when properly used, they can save nail techs time and reduce wear and tear on their bodies. We asked nail techs new to e-filing what it was like to learn this new skill.