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An iconic World War II-era black-and-white photo was the subject of this year’s winning entry. Nail tech Amber Dunson’s skillful artwork captures the exuberance of an American sailor celebrating V-J Day with a kiss in Times Square.
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Bel's Gels shows how to use leopard- and skul-print foils over gel-polish.
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Most people suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. As a nail tech, you’re more likely than most to suffer from occasional or even chronic back pain as a result of sitting for extended periods of time. Find out what you can do now to treat and prevent back pain.
In the fifth installment of our series, NAILS explores services you can add to your menu to increase your revenue and offer your clients convenience. This month, we take a look at waxing.
The NYT story on exploited nail techs got the industry talking about how to enforce fair wages. Is new legislation the answer or should we just be better at following laws already on the books?
The Painted Lady keeps a chalkboard sign out in front to capture the attention of passersby and changes the messages weekly.
Popular blogger Tina Alberino (“This Ugly Beauty Business” and “Nail Tech Reality Check”) has written the ultimate guide to navigating our industry.
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A report from The NPD Group found that women purchase beauty products to feel more confident and sexier.
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U.K.-based nail tech Leanne Scott specializes in nail tips for the transgender/cross-dressing community.
Bogota, Colombia-based nail tech Heidy Aristizabal majored in art and painting in school, but her passion for color soon led her to fall in love with nail art — something that has been happening on a larger scale throughout the country.
OPI’s new app, OPI ColorChat, allows users to communicate in the universal languages of color and polish.
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Originally founded by world champion nail artists Tom Holcomb and Tom Bachik, Entity was formed with the goal of empowering beauty professionals with superior products, education, and tools for success.
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Adrienne Schodtler shared these photos of a meaningful person, place, and thing at work.
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A new app just debuted in Chicago that makes it easier for nail technicians, hairstylists, massage therapists, and makeup artists to work where they want, when they want, and at the price they want.
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Square recently added “no-show protection” to reduce this too-common drain on your time and bottom line.
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Nail Tek’s problem-solving natural nail treatments are now easily identifiable based on your client’s unique nail needs.
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