Zooming in on YouTube
Take a closer look at how nail techs and salons can use online video content for business growth.
Brittni Rubin
Associate Editor
Chemist's Corner: Nail Cleanser
Can a nail cleanser act as a fungus preventer? NAILS spoke to a formulation chemist from Elixery to find out.
The Matted Man
With Father’s Day around the corner, it’s a good time to revisit your men’s salon services menu.
Brand New Removal Agent on the Market
Angela Blaisdell created a new removal solution for gels, wraps, acrylics, and nail art called proTIPCLIPS.
Lux Croco Gel-Polish Manicure
Merrick Fisher of Beverly Hills, Calif.-based Merricures created a nail art look that allows clients to take home the same lavish animal prints seen on the runway but for a fraction of the price.
Plant a Geluv Color Palette Tree in Your Salon
Alfalfa's Geluv Color Palette Tree serves a variety of functions in the salon, whether you need to make space, reduce inventory, or prevent polish theft.
A Sea of Pedi Products from Alessandro
Pedix Feet is a new complete foot and leg care line by Alessandro featuring the MarinaVital complex, which contains spirulina algae, proteins, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, sea salts, essential oils, and plant extracts.
Take a Tip from...Lauren Wireman
When we asked NAILS Next Top Nail Artist first runner-up Lauren Wireman how she keeps her nail embellishments intact despite the damage that regularly occurs on the job, she revealed her simple secret...
Minx’s Metallics
As seen on the nails of celebrities like Beyoncé, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, Minx’s new metallic shades are garnering international attention.
Bodipure’s Keratin Gloves
This self-activating product from Bodipure contains an intensive, antiseptic, and fortifying emulsion to strengthen nails, soften cuticles, and moisturize the hands and feet.
Chemist’s Corner: Glitter
Read what Jim McConnell, a chemist and the president of Light Elegance, has to say about how glitter's made and why it sparkles.
Thinking Beyond the License
A nail technician who went from working in his family-owned salon to styling nails for celebrities, Adam Tran shares his 10 tips for becoming a successful beauty professional.
Photograph, Post, Repeat
More and more salons are making use of step-and-repeat-style backgrounds when photographing their nail art for the web. Take a look at why these chic and simple advertising tools are catching on and how you can join the party.
OPI's Game Changer Events
OPI is hosting a nail art training series called The Game Changer. It’s a full day of on-trend tips and tricks from OPI International Guest Artist Vu Nguyen and OPI International Spokesperson Joey Brown.
A Trip to the Hive
Queen Bee Salon and Spa has a creative spunk matching that of the salon’s employees.
On the Road: The Nail Bar at Beverly Wilshire
Right off of Rodeo Drive, and located in the iconic Beverly Wilshire hotel, the Nail Bar gives clients a classic Beverly Hills experience.
Teddy Bear Nail Art
This design was created by AnGel educator Albee Chen using AnGel Artist Gel from Ikonna.