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Camouflage Nails

Vicki Jenson demonstrates how to do Camouflage Nails.

Crowdsourcing: All I Really Need to Know...I Learned in My First Month in the Real World.

We asked veteran nail techs to divulge their most important newbie lessons.

Client of the Month: The Mom-to-Be

Your pregnant client needs special pampering — her hormones are raging, and she probably can’t see her own feet or even clip her toenails! Learn about the challenges she’s facing so you can lend a helping hand and ease her discomfort.

Signature Services: Scintillating Mint Pedicure

Classic Tweed Nails

Wakana Kuga demonstrates how to do Classic Tweed Nails.

NAILS Editor Hannah Lee on The Today Show

NAILS editor Hannah Lee appeared on The Today Show on Friday, May 2, 2014, as the counterpoint voice to a new study that says UV nail lamp users may have an increased risk of skin cancer. Hannah pointed out that you are exposed to more UVA rays from natural sunlight walking or driving to the salon than you can in a UV lamp. Last year's study by Drs. Dowdy and Sayre is the benchmark we should all refer to.

Signature Services: Signature Hot Stone Pedicure

The Men of Gelish Celebrate 30 Years in the Industry

Gelish CEO Danny Haile and company president David Daniel are celebrating 30 years in the nail business this year.

Papel Picado for Cinco de Mayo

Jane Weiner Moate demonstrates how to do Papel Picado Nails for Cinco de Mayo.

Show Us Your...Clever Nail Art Display

You’ve got the chops as a nail artist, now it’s time to show off that talent. Check out these clever ways to showcase what you do best.

On the Road: Coastal Pedicure

Located in the charming beach town of Ventura, Calif., thiscountry-casual salon specializes in luxurious pedicures forfeet that are running a little rough.

Thinking Beyond the License

A nail technician who went from working in his family-owned salon to styling nails for celebrities, Adam Tran shares his 10 tips for becoming a successful beauty professional.   

Chemist’s Corner: Glitter

Read what Jim McConnell, a chemist and the president of Light Elegance, has to say about how glitter's made and why it sparkles.

Bodipure’s Keratin Gloves

This self-activating product from Bodipure contains an intensive, antiseptic, and fortifying emulsion to strengthen nails, soften cuticles, and moisturize the hands and feet. 

Minx’s Metallics

As seen on the nails of celebrities like Beyoncé, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, Minx’s new metallic shades are garnering international attention.

Take a Tip from...Lauren Wireman

When we asked NAILS Next Top Nail Artist first runner-up Lauren Wireman how she keeps her nail embellishments intact despite the damage that regularly occurs on the job, she revealed her simple secret...

A Sea of Pedi Products from Alessandro

Pedix Feet is a new complete foot and leg care line by Alessandro featuring the MarinaVital complex, which contains spirulina algae, proteins, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, sea salts, essential oils, and plant extracts.