Declare yourself a nail artist after using these embellishments intended to inspire creativity. With advanced technology, the decals’ ultra-thin quality allows for product layering, and you can even incorporate them into your own designs. They’re easy to use and a great way to give your clients exciting nail art with reduced service time. Ranging from full-coverage to subtle trimmings, there’s a decal out there for everyone.
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These contests, established in 1967, test students on real-world skills and connect them with potential employers. The Nail Care category lets students compete with other aspiring techs from around the country.
Learn how to recreate the signature "Honey Ryder" mani using Bond Girls Liquid Sand.
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Learn how to recreate the signature "Solitaire" mani using Bond Girls Liquid Sand and the classic OPI shade "Black Onyx."
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Learn how to recreate the signature "Pussy Galore" mani using Bond Girls Liquid Sand and the classic OPI shade "Black Onyx."
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You won't jinx yourself with this fun nail design.
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Turn nails into jewels with this Tiffany Case tutorial.
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Get this cool ombre look with OPI Liquid Sand.
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With Kupa’s Divinity Colored Acrylic Powders and Artfinity Glitters, you can glam up your clients’ nails with hundreds of combinations of colored powders.
My advice: Find out from your clients what sites they are active on before adding these sites to your lineup. Set up your accounts across the platforms where the majority of your clients already are.
Since 2000, wholesale website BathBodySupply.com has been selling a wide collection of back-bar spa products in bulk. If you mention you heard about it through NAILS Magazine, you'll receive a free 30-minute consultation.
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GiGi just released its No Sting Wax, which is infused with kava kava (a natural numbing agent) to help relieve pain and discomfort.
CND's Roxanne Valinoti suggests using Brisa Lite Smoothing Gel as a stand-alone correction service for clients whose nails are slightly less than perfect.
LCN educator Gail Eddy created this fun patriotic nail design to celebrate Independence Day featuring gels, stamps, and free-hand brushing techniques.
Take a look at these pedicure systems available to nail techs and see what will keep the clients coming back.
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Salon owners who can master the art of entrepreneurship can stay profitable in any economy, according to the new book The A-List Salon: Insider Secrets of How Profitable Salons Wow Their Clients Every Day by Veronica Woods.
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In her book The 12 Secrets of Highly Successful Women, author and business coach Gail McMeekin discusses how being an effective leader can help employees stay motivated and maximize efficiency.
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