Celebrate Gustav Klimt’s Birthday With Glitzy, Golden Nail Art
Born this day in 1862, Austrian painter Gustav Klimt was a leader of the Art Nouveau movement. These beautiful nail art tributes to Klimt will leave you verklempt.
by Judy Lessin
Articles
How to Use Bodipure Keratin Socks
Each set of socks contains an intensive, antiseptic, and fortifying emulsion that strengthens nails, softens cuticles, and moisturizes feet.
by Roselynne Reyes
Wash-ful Thinking: Hand Washing Signs
You clients should be washing their hands before each service. But are they? If you’re tired of nagging, try hanging one of these cute signs from Etsy in the restroom to deliver the message to wash up.
by Staff
Person * Place * Thing: Wendy Bailey
Wendy Bailey, nail tech and owner of Nails by Wendy Bailey in Round Rock, Texas, shared these pictures of an important person, place, and thing at work.
by Staff
Recruiting Students: Inexperience Has Its Advantages
Courting cosmetology students to find new techs for your salon takes some effort, but in a tough recruiting environment, it makes a lot of sense.
by Staff
Conserve Your Brain Power: Use Milady Business Forms
There’s no need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to salon management.
by Staff
Turn Phone Inquiries Into Bookings
How many people call your salon each day to ask about the price of a particular service and never get on the books? According to Tammy Dennis of Infinity Luxury Salon, the key is to build a relationship with the caller by asking questions.
by Staff
Featured Artist: Kristina Razinskaite
"My artwork comes from my life and my feelings," says Kristina Raizinskaite of Mobile Beauty&Nails in London.
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Polish With a Precious Purpose
Each color in Sherwin Hora’s new E.G.O Lacquers polish line holds a deeply personal meaning for her.
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The Theme’s the Thing: Palm Springs Modern
“I wanted to create a fun, vibrant space reminiscent of a party atmosphere where patrons could enjoy music, a subtitled flick, and have conversations with their nail tech and each other," says Diane Meza, owner of Varnish Lab in Los Angeles.
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Modern Lace Nail Art Using CND Flirtation Collection
Recreate this CND look inspired by modern lace and embroidery for delicate and refined glamour.
OPI's Pro-Only Gels for Nail Art
The line of two dozen shades includes an assortment of primary, secondary and tertiary colors that allow nail techs to blend and play.
How to Apply Chrome Pigment Powder
Nail tech Mike Dillon of Tulsa, Okla., demonstrates how to apply Gossip Chrome Pigment Powder from Ocean Nail Supply. Keep up with Dillon on Instagram @nailtechdude.
by Staff
2016 Nail Tech Event of the Smokies
NAILS attended the Nail Tech Event of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tenn., for the first time in the show's history.
by Staff
Abalone Shell-Inspired Nail Art
Add a dramatic effect to nails by boosting shine using Venus Beauty System’s Mirror Effect Gel.
Pokemon Nail Art
If you're entering the augmented reality known as Pokémon Go, catch Pokémon in style with your favorite Pokémon on your nails inspired by these nail art ideas.
by Staff
Retail Boutique: Foot Jewelry
Summer is in full swing and that means more clients looking for pedicures. We’ve collected some of our favorite anklets, toe rings, and barefoot sandals that will pair perfectly with newly painted toes and add a little shine to your retail display.
by Staff