Sree Roy

Unlike many nail-focused salons in Germany that only offer services on hands, Nagelatelier...

UV gels remain the most popular nail medium in modern Germany, where nail professionals typically specialize in either hands or feet (not both).

The audience snaps photos of a fantasy nail art design at an AIHBA event.

[InternatioNAILS] India: Nails Emerge From Under the Beauty Umbrella

by Sree Roy

No longer just an afterthought to hair, skin care, and makeup services, the professional nail industry on the Asian subcontinent is having a moment in the sun.

A judge analyzes nails done by students at the Barristar Beauty School Forum. The competition is...

5 Group Projects for the Classroom

by Sree Roy

Prepare your students for the real world by engaging them with their classmates.

Merci Nails & Cafe in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, resembles boutique salons in the United States.

[InternatioNAILS] Vietnam: A Tale of Two Countries

by Sree Roy

Inspired by friends and family members who found success in the nail industry in the United States, a new generation of nail techs rises in Vietnam.

Discover all the opportunities for advanced learning with our free guide to nail education. NAILS’ Guide to Nail Education contains both branded and independent classes and includes information about the topics covered, course dates and times, cost, and more.

The 2015 Nail Care Technology Medalists: Front row L to R: High School medalists Silver...

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Turn Your Students Into Champions Via SkillsUSA Competitions

by Sree Roy

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. The 52nd SkillsUSA National  Leadership and Skills Conference  — including the SkillsUSA  Championships — will be held in Louisville,  Ky., June 20-24, 2016.

How to Conquer the Commitment-Shy Client

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