Jelly Bean Bonanza
Vu Nguyen uses OPI GelColor to create this jelly beans design.
by Staff
Articles
Do the Tootsie Roll
Kristi Spencer uses NSI products to create a sparkling tootsie roll design.
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Yummy Gummies
Jennifer McCormick uses INM Gelavish to create a gummy bear design.
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Lollipop Shop
Thao Nguyen uses Gelish to create this swirly design.
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Secret Ingredient: Lotions
Lotions in the nail industry are used as manicure and pedicure service add-ons as well as retail products to help hydrate, rejuvenate, and soothe clients’ skin. They are often infused with various fragrances and anti-aging compounds to further enhance the benefits to the skin. But what is lotion really made of?
by Tim Crowley
Behind the Scenes: Butterfly Toes
Slow and Steady for July 2012's Cover: Cover tech Holly Schippers shows how to create the July 2012 cover of NAILS.
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Stiletto Butterfly Mural
Alexandra Lust uses acrylics, acrylic paints, to show how to segment the design across all four nails to create a wonderful illusion of a butterfly.
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Flake Frenzy
Brie Minar uses a sponge to apply the faded background of this winter design.
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Retail Boutique: Calendars
Mark your calendars — 2013 is just around the corner. Kick off the New Year by offering clients a handy (and stylish) way to keep track of the time and stay organized. Maybe you’ll even avoid last-minute cancellations too!
by Staff
Know Your Options for Finding Financing
With banks more reluctant than ever to lend to small businesses, salons must often look elsewhere for financing. There are several options available should your business fall outside the scope of traditional bank financing.
by Noah Breslow
Texas Salon Goes From Mobile to Medical
Mobile salon SPAtaneity caught the eye of several local hospitals and was commissioned to perform services on patients before opening its stationary location in Fort Worth, Texas.
Design Without Breaking the Bank
With a growing number of choices, you have to work hard to stand out from the competition and bring your salon’s brand to life. The good news is that creativity trumps dollars every time! A retail design firm shares its advice for how to adapt.
by Joanna Felder and Bess Liscio, Chute Gerdeman
Feet First: Pedicure Spa Chairs
Is upgraded equipment your salon’s New Year’s resolution? View this gallery for 16 great options.
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Client Armrest by Nail Props Inc.
Nail Props Inc. explains the uses and benefits of their client arm rest.
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Polar Penguin
Colored acrylic, plus acrylic paint, creates this winter-perfect design from Jade Sewell.
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Polka Dot Bow
Contrasting colors make this bow by Jazmine Nguyen really pop.
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Troubleshooter: 3-D Acrylic Flower
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Thao Nguyen shows how to build a 3-D acrylic flower.
by Staff