Footlogix Reveals New Holographic Packaging
The new Footlogix packaging presents a more informative and highly efficacious look.
by Tim Crowley
Articles
Relieve Tension, Restore Energy
For you or your clients, Aculief provides wearable pressure to the LI4 acupressure point located between the thumb and forefinger in order to promote well-being, relieve tension, and restore the body’s natural energy flow.
by Staff
Troubleshooter: 3-D Cupcake Design
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, OPI guest artist Adela Munoz shows how to create a 3-D cupcake design using colored acrylics.
by Staff
Geluv Soak Off Gel-Polish Manicure
The fast curing gels apply like nail polish and stay on for almost two weeks.
by Staff
Jessica Cosmetics GELeration Application
Jessica Cosmetics’ GELeration is a brush-on gel-polish that the company says can last for more than three weeks with no chipping, peeling, smudging, or fading.
by Staff
It’s a Hard Knock Life, For Brush: Picking and Caring for Nail Brushes
Here are some tips to help keep your brushes in the best possible condition.
by Tim Crowley
Recycle Salon Flip-Flops, Earn Coupons
By signing up at www.terracycle.com, salons can help keep disposable pedicure flip-flops out of local landfills and earn Old Navy coupons to share with customers.
by Judy Lessin
NAILS Magazine 30th Anniversary Nail Art by Robin Moses
We're celebrating our 30th anniversary all year long. For our June 2013 issue, we asked 10 nail artists to create 3 nail art designst to commerate the occasion. Nail tech Robin Moses (www.robinmoses.com) provided a step-by-step video for her three designs.
by Staff
Nail Art and the Ladies of Kleur
MTV Voices features nail art and the ladies of Kleur ("kuh-ler": the Afrikaans and Dutch translation of "color"). The Los Angeles-based collective is bringing nail art to the masses via custom nail art events in retail stores (like Urban Outfitters), art galleries, and other venues throughout Southern California and beyond. The collective consists of three women who are also jewelry designers, plus they each have a career in the music industry. Read more: http://www.nailsmag.com/article/91819/musical-nails#ixzz2SFfTYvye
by Staff
On My Mind: Let's Not Mess Up a Good Thing
Editor Hannah Lee discusses the importance of following proper gel-polish removal procedures.
by Hannah Lee
Maisie Dunbar on Underarm Hair Removal
Nail tech and salon owner Maisie Dunbar explains the ins and outs of underarm soy hair removal treatments.
by Staff
Maisie Dunbar's Manicure 101
Nail tech and salon owner Maisie Dunbar provides tips on proper cuticle care and dead-skin removal when manicuring.
by Staff
Have Job, Will Travel
Traveling isn’t just for vacation. Many nail techs work as manufacturers’ educators and they’re on the road often for their “second” jobs. Here’s a glimpse into the life of a few nail professionals who are always on the go.
by Beth Livesay
Tat'z Nail'z Nail Art Printer
Is this the future of nail art? This machine lets you put any digital image on your nail at photo quality -- in less than 10 seconds! The machines are available for lease and purchase. Learn more at Tat'z Nail'z website.
by Staff
Troubleshooter: Almond-Retto Design - Part 2 of 2 - Finish Filing
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows the second step toward sculpting an almond-shaped nail using pink acrylics, filing the nail. Almond-Retto Design Part 1
by Staff
Salon Design on a Dime
Re-do your salon for under $150.
by Staff
Lots and Lots of Ocelot
Ocelot was big on the NYFW runways. Get this print on your clients' nails.
by Staff