Congratulations to the 2013 SkillsUSA National Winners!
Three students each at the college and the high school levels take home medals in this annual trade competition.
by Sree Roy
Articles
What is SkillsUSA?
Nail Care has been an official SkillsUSA contest since 1998. Like the other categories in this nationwide competition, the contest challenges students in an entire occupational career area, not just a skill set in an occupation. The nail care contest consists of six segments, each of which is about 45 minutes. Similar to a contest like Miss America, entrants compete on a local/state level first, then the winners at that level continue competing until finally working their way up to the national conference. Related Article: Turn Your Students Into Champions Via SkillsUSA Competitions
by Staff
Troubleshooter: Acrylic Turtle Shell Nail Effect
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, CND education ambassador Shelena Robinson shows how to create a turtle shell nail effect using acrylics.
by Staff
Under the Microscope: Onychauxis
In and of itself, onychauxis — or thick nails — poses no danger to a client, but it often indicates a larger problem.
by Staff
Pink Fun in the Sun
Bright colors and high contrast captivate in this design by Staci Garrett.
by Staff
Summer Neon Marbling
Danielle Glass uses gels to create this bright design.
by Staff
Palm Tree Paradise
Rebecca Anderson uses a sponge to created the color fade background of this island-inspired design.
by Staff
NAILS Career Handbook 2013 Available as a Digital Magazine
The annual publication helps students and recent graduates survive the real salon world. Pass it on.
by Sree Roy
NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Competition Teaser
NAILS Magazine introduces the Top 12 in the new Next Top Nail Artist competition, coming September 2013. Visit http://ntna.nailsmag.com/ to cheer on your favorite.
by Staff
The Illustrated Nail + Couture de Minnie Nail Design
The Illustrated Nail's illustrator-tunred manicurist, Sophie, creates Minnie Mouse-inspired designs with OPI's Couture de Minnie polish collection.
by Staff
Hidden Path
Lenzi Brock reveals a layer of gel underneath the white top layer to create a simple swirly design.
by Staff
Lessons from My First Year
Nail techs share the most important things they learned as newbies in the real world.
by Sree Roy
On My Mind: What You're Really Selling: Customer Service
As you’re entering this amazing industry, remember that even if your technical skills aren’t yet 100%, you can offer 100% in customer service. And I assure you that great customer service will go much farther in gaining and keeping nail clients than anything else you can do to build your book.
by Sree Roy
Troubleshooter: Acrylic Duck Nail with 3-D Bow
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, nail technician Adela Munoz shows how to create duck nails with 3-D bows using colored acrylics and glitter.
by Staff
Press Release Writing for the Non-PR Pro
If you’ve ever seen a nail salon mentioned in your city magazine or on the local TV news and thought, “I wish they’d feature my salon,” we think it’s time to make your wish come true. Use this template to e-mail out a salon announcement that will have the media shouting “Extra! Extra! Check out this unique salon!”
by Sree Roy
Trade Education for Teenagers and More [Autry Technology Center, Enid., Okla., School Profile]
Established in 1967, this Midwest vocational-technical school goes above and beyond when it comes to nail tech programs.
by Sree Roy
A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert
In her second column, Dr. Stern covers spoon-shaped nails, Mee’s lines, habit tic, and more.
by Dr. Dana Stern