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Bring in Salon Owners to Motivate Your Students

After speaking to a class at Montgomery County Public Schools, Maisie Dunbar finds her real-world insights help guide nail students.

Gelish NailStyle App Available for iPhone and iPad

New from Gelish, NailStyle is a beauty and fashion magazine offering nail technicians an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look into the gel polish brand.

Revlon Buys Back CND Parent Company Colomer

In August, Revlon announced that its subsidiary, Revlon Consumer Products Corp., will acquire CND parent company The Colomer Group for $660 million. 

Discover, Learn, Shop!

OPI has re-launched its pro website. The site features in-depth product information, videos of the hottest new products, and direct links to local distributors.

True to Life: Self-Portrait Contest Winners Announced

A huge thank you to everyone who entered this year’s NAILS Self-Portrait Contest. The winners were once again phenomenal.

Robert Nguyen's Time-Lapsed Nail Art

To celebrate his birthday, nail artist Robert Nguyen launched his first nail art-focused YouTube channel. NailGuy TV features nail art tutorials for nail techs and DIYers and a look into his artistry with time-lapse footage of his intricate work.

The Skype’s the Limit

Design your own private training class with Amy Becker of Masterworks by Amy Becker and learn in the comfort of your own home.

Shrink to Fit

A client’s simple request motivated Rachael Waggoner of Dazzlin’ Digits  in Lakewood, Colo., to come up with her own technique for applying images onto nails.

Having Fun and Raising Funds

Hosting a party can be stressful, but ultimately rewarding.

Gehwol's Foot & Lower Leg Massage Treatment

Gehwol's Foot and Lower Leg Massage Treatment revitalizes clients by reducing muscle tension, soothing the nervous system, and healing tissue, according to the foot care product manufacturer. This video provides a comprehensive step-by-step on how to provide the service.  

Take Time to Unwind

At this very moment, I’m working remotely from a beachside jungle in Mexico. For five weeks.

Myxoid Cysts

Myxoid cysts are small, rounded, mucous-filled deformities that occur around the fingers and toes.

A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert: Melanoma

In this month’s column, Dr. Stern talks about melanoma and the nail tech’s role in referring clients to a physician.

Alfalfa Nail Supply’s Botanical Escapes Herbal Spa Pedicure

Created to bring natural healing agents into the salon, Alfalfa Nail Supply’s Botanical Escapes Herbal Spa Pedicure includes fragrant essential oils, dried herbs, unscented scrubs, foot mask, lotion, and massage oil.

Essie’s LED Gel System Application and Removal

This October, Essie is releasing its first professional LED Gel System, which features 36 new shades similar to the brand’s most time-honored, popular polishes.

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Customer Convenience

At Va-Va Varnish in San Diego, Calif., if you don’t have change for the parking meter, the staff will cheerfully fill your meter and charge the amount to your credit card.