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Articles
Kokoist Sculpted Gel Extension With One-Stroke Flowers Tutorial
Kokoist president Koko Kashiwagi created this pretty flower nail art design using a one-stroke technique.
by Staff
Young Nails Nail School: How to Customize Nail Forms for All Nail Shapes
Young Nails' Greg Salo shows how to use nail forms with all nail shapes.
by Staff
LeChat Lovely Flower Nail Art
LeChat educator Anastasiia Morozova shows how to create a flower nail design using lacquer.
by Staff
Glow-in-the-Dark Marbled Nails
Kirsty Meakin of Naio Nails creates a glow-in-the-dark marble nail design on a ballerina nail shape.
by Staff
Artistic Putty Extension Step-by-step
Learn how to create a nail extension using Artistic Nail Design's Putty.
by Staff
Young Nails Nail Talk: Is Hard Work Enough?
Young Nails' Habib Salo and Tracey Reierson discuss how hard work is just a piece of the puzzle to become successful.
by Staff
Male Manicure Virgins Hit the Salon
These guys had never stepped foot in a salon until we invited them to share their first nail service — on us. Then we got them to fess up — did they enjoy the experience or not?
by Staff
Mixing Chemistry and Cosmetology at Luxuria Nail Bar
While embarking on a career in chemistry, Luxuria owner Leonobi Galvez realized her technical knowledge could help her pursue her true passion: Nails!
by Nancy Kirk
The Art of Acrylic Nail Art Designs
Acrylic can be used for more than a classic French or a base for polish. The #notpolish hashtag on Instagram has become a popular way for nail techs to showcase amazing art created solely with acrylic powder. We asked skilled acrylic artists to share some of their favorite designs, tutorials, and acrylic tips.
Nail Art Studio: Lemon Water
Quench your clients' thirst for summery nail art.
by Staff
Eye-Catching Acrylic Powders
These vibrantly colored, glow-in-the-dark, and mood-changing acrylic powders will help bring a new twist to acrylic nail designs.
by Staff
How to Be Crowned “Best Nail Salon” in Your City
For small local businesses, being selected as “best of” in a community newspaper or magazine can increase customer loyalty, attract new clients, and secure your spot as a staple of the community, and salons are no exception.
by By Michaela Kwoka-Coleman
Nails from the 2018 Billboard Music Awards
From plain white to money nail art, here are nails from the 2018 Billboard Music Awards.
by Staff
Candy Ball Bubble Flower Nail Art Tutorial
Kim Baker of Santa Fe, Texas, shows how to create these trendy nails that look like a rose encapsulated in glass. Follow her on Instagram and YouTube @tenlittlecanvases.
by Staff
Charisma Nail Innovations Nail Art Tutorial
Charisma Nail Innovations creative director Anna Wesolowska created this detailed character design using Charisma Nail Innovations Gel Paints and Glimmer Gems Color Powder.
by Staff
Create Highly Pigmented Art With Bio Sculpture Gel Kit
Bio Sculpture Gel’s new High Pigment Nail Art Kit includes eight highly pigmented primary color gels, eight puffer applicators, a metal plate, and a selection of art stencils including butterflies, bows, and hearts.
by Staff