Meet Jovon Gullette, Founder of Normal Girls
This young entrepreneur taught herself now to do nail art during the pandemic, and launched a company called Normal Girls where she sells press-ons online.
by Kara Martin
Articles
Staying Strong in the Salon
Tips for fighting — and preventing — common aches and pains.
by Nicole Davis
CND Relaunches Scentsations Collection
The moisturizing hand washes and body lotions are available in three new scents.
by Staff
The One Where Lights Lacquer Collabs with FRIENDS!
The nail lacquer brand launches a line of colors inspired by nostalgic scenes from the iconic '90s TV series.
by Staff
How-To Halloween Nail Art: Web, Witch and Ghost Designs
These Gelish videos breakdown three nails looks that are hauntingly hot and eerily effective.
by Staff
Tricks and Treats: 15 Halloween Makeup Looks
Artists showcase their fantastical, ghoulish, creepy (and even cute!) looks for Halloween.
by Staff
OPI Nail Look: Gemma Chan Eternals Premiere
Nail artist Yoko Sakakura created a chic and simple silver French tip.
by Staff
5 Takeaways from Life in a Pandemic
Taking a step back and evaluating the past year and a half of the pandemic’s effect on humanity is a good way to be mindful and proactive.
by Kara Martin
Meet Red Iguana: Your Extra Set of Hands
The company's founder, April Ryan, created a silicone replica of her hands and now sells them to help nail artists showcase their work easier and faster.
by Staff
The Makeup Show Returns to The Big Apple
Our guest blogger makeup artist David Maderich shares his excitement about the 2021 show for beginners and seasoned makeup pros alike.
Small Changes to Make Everyday for Big, Healthy Results
In his motivational, upbeat book, Make It A Great Day: How To Feel Awesome So That You Can Help Others, a former Hockey pro turned consultant explores the “why” behind the things we can do each and every day to cultivate positive energy and use it to impact those around us.
by Staff
Halloween How-To: Beetlejuice Nail Design
This tutorial from Young Nails shares how to create a popular look, inspired by the Halloween fave flick, "Beetlejuice."
by Staff
On the Road: Essential Nail Bar
This nail salon in Birmingham, MI, opened right before COVID hit in 2020, but that didn't stop the business from thriving.
by Nicole Davis
All Things Retinol with Dr. Marnie Nussbaum
A New York City "Super Doc" dermatologist sits down for a Q&A about the popular skincare ingredient.
by Staff
Erin Vars: Launching a Nails Academy in a Pandemic
A Florida nails salon owner expands into Magpie USA education during these unusual times.
by Tracy Vinson
Emily Nash Wins NAILS Next Top Nail Artist: Applause for These Winning Claws
Now in its 8th season--and soon to launch Season 9--the nail industry's most prestigious competition develops contestants as they go move through the weekly challenges. The winner was announced during CND's NAILATHON broadcast, October 4.
by Staff
Nail Wig Stroke Effects Can Expand Your Retail Opportunities
New line of polishes gives clients an easy way to keep nails looking salon-worthy between visits.
by Staff