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Nail Art Studio: Autumn Stroll

Learn to paint a gorgeous landscape with gel-polish.

Why Clients Shouldn’t Shave Before a Pedicure

Performing a pedicure soon after a client shaves can cause potential harm.

3-D Gel Skull and Rose

Naio Nails' Kirsty Meakin uses sculpting gel to create a 3-D skull and rose design.

Nail Art Studio: Flaming Hot Camouflage

Autumn nails are heating up with this camo-flame design.

How to Sculpt a Ballerina Acrylic Nail

Ann Chang demonstrates how to sculpt a ballerina or coffin-shaped nail with acrylic using a nail form.

Nail Art Studio: The Tortoise Shell Wins the Race

Tortoise shell nails are super on-trend for fall.

3-D Halloween Glitter Spider Nail Design

Natasha Lee shows how to create a classy, glittery spider design for Halloween.

Adapting Nail Care for the Elderly

The over-70 set can benefit from manicures and pedicures, as long as their health and safety are paramount. Learn the unique challenges of dealing with an older clientele.  

Wisconsin Salon Provides Pampering After Workouts

Tiger Claws Nail Salon is housed within MadPower Training Center, which offers high-intensity fitness classes, yoga, and personal training.

Got Broken Stuff? Call a Nail Tech!

Whether it’s mending a broken teacup with acrylic or using polish to mark which key is which, nail products often come in handy outside the salon.

Young Nails Vlog #71: The Black Widow Spider Nail

Young Nails president Greg Salo creates an acrylic nail with encapsulated red hourglass at the free edge, inspired by black widow spiders.

Nail Art Gloves Offer Drag Queens Convenient Glamour

Vie Lette was inspired to make the gloves by her brother, who performs in drag under the name Acid Betty.

LeChat Debuts Site Redesign

New features include an inspiration section with step-by-step video tutorials, nail photo gallery, FAQ section, and lifestyle blog.

Gel Treatment Relieves Discomfort from Fungal Nails

The formula heals the fungus by penetrating the nail plate with coconut oil and a blend of other ingredients.

Nail Art Studio: Desert Cactus

Are Dual-Use Setups Comfortable for Techs?

Dual-use setups that allow a client to receive a mani-pedi in the same chair are time-savers for clients. However, if not designed correctly, they can mean an aching back or neck for the tech.

Sip With Sommeliers at Zaza Nail and Wine Lounge

A pioneer on two fronts: Both in all-natural services and the alcohol-serving realm, Zaza Nail Bar and Wine Lounge offers clients a space to relax in the bustling tech hub that has become San Francisco’s South Beach neighborhood.