Keeping Clients Safe From Germs in the Salon
To ensure your clients’ loyalty, it’s important to give them a sense of confidence in the cleanliness of your salon.
Articles
Healthy Tech: Stephanie Shelton
Greensboro, N.C.-based nail tech Stephanie Shelton sees her passion for jiu jitsu as a positive influence on her life.
by Staff
My Other Life: Gina Burich, French Teacher
Mentor, Ohio-based nail tech Gina Burich combines her love for nails with her love for the French language by working as a high school French teacher.
What to Consider When Purchasing a Pedicure Spa Chair
Pedicure spa chairs are a big purchase, and it’s necessary to consider the needs of your salon, your clients, and your nail techs before you decide which chair to buy.
Nails From the 2019 VMAs
The 2019 VMAs were held on August 26. Check out our favorite nail designs from the show!
IBD Control Gel Pink-and-White Extension Tutorial
IBD’s Control Gel gives you the power to control every aspect of the application, from dispensing to sculpting to curing. The product combines the efficiencies of gel and acrylic in an all-in-one, odorless formula.
by Staff
Crowdsourcing: Do you feel the term “acrylic” is out of date?
This month we asked nail techs: Do you refer to acrylics as “acrylics” or “liquid and powder”? Do you feel the term “acrylic” is out of date?
by Beth Livesay
Behind the Scenes: Form Stencil Nail Art
Lulu Desfassiaux has been doing nails for 26 years, so it’s no surprise she found a clever technique to cut her cover shoot design time down by using a nail form as a stencil.
by Beth Livesay
Grow Your Business with Automated Marketing
Marketing your business is a top priority; if you don’t market, you won’t attract new clients or keep the ones you already have. Good news: Your marketing strategy doesn’t have to be time consuming or complicated to make an impact.
Nail Art Studio: Autumn Hues
Fiery reds and oranges enliven this ombre design.
by Staff
Nail Art Studio: Aloha Retro
There's a hint of paisley in this cheerful design.
by Staff
Nail Art Studio: Gold Standards
Gold nails for glitter-loving clients.
by Staff
On My Mind: Cover-Worthy
“How do I get a cover?” is a question I get asked nearly every day — so, dear readers, here is your chance. Before you go to www.nailsmag.com/ctentry20 and share your work with us, here are my tips for entering a successful submission.
by Beth Livesay
Beauty Changes Lives Offers Fall Scholarships
Beauty Changes Lives’ fall scholarship applications are open until October 31 and include a nail category.
by Staff
Nail Art Studio: Fond of Fronds
Alcohol is used to soften the pastel background colors of this springtime design.
by Staff
Nail Art Studio: Pretty as a Peacock
Clients can strut their stuff with this peacock feather design.
by Staff
Nail Art Studio: Dotted Dragonflies
Connect the dots ... and you’ll draw a dragonfly.
by Staff