CND Vinylux Weekly Polish System Application and Removal
Learn how to apply and remove CND's Vinylux, a new, long-lasting polish system that features week-long wear, a self-adhering color coat, and durability without a UV-lamp cure.
Brittni Rubin
Associate Editor
Erica's E-File Pedicure Service
Stars, Stripes & Swirls
LCN educator Gail Eddy created this fun patriotic nail design to celebrate Independence Day featuring gels, stamps, and free-hand brushing techniques.
Take a Tip From...CND's Roxanne Valinoti
CND's Roxanne Valinoti suggests using Brisa Lite Smoothing Gel as a stand-alone correction service for clients whose nails are slightly less than perfect.
GiGi's New No Sting Wax
GiGi just released its No Sting Wax, which is infused with kava kava (a natural numbing agent) to help relieve pain and discomfort.
High-end Salon Brings Nail Art to Aberdeen, Scotland
U.K.-based salon Polish Nail & Beauty is turning heads with free-hand nail art, a steady flow of industry awards, and brand involvement.
Have a Drink With Philadelphia’s Lacquer Lounge
Pretty in pink, Lacquer Lounge offers a wide range of nail services priced between $10 and $60. This “something for everyone” mentality has served the salon well amid economic uncertainty.
Kansas Salon Does Things Its Own Way
With its own brand of polish, complimentary products, and parties, Fairway, Kan.-based Hoopla offers a twist on the traditional salon experience.
Salon by Day, Nail School by Night
Situated in the back of a popular New York Salon, TW Nail Technology Inc. offers a 16-week nail program for nascent nail techs featuring intimate class sizes, practical workshops, and one-on-one attention.
ISSE 2013: CND's Brisa Lite Removable Gel System
Sree and Brittni visited CND's booth at ISSE 2013 to chat about the new Brisa Lite Removable Gel System.
Manicuring Veteran Rakes in Clients With New Shop
With an almost 20-year career in the nail industry, Cammy Nguyen opened Blossom Beauty Lounge last year and has attracted heaps of customers with affordable nail art, talented techs, and more.
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.
Double-Decker Salon Grabs Attention in Indiana
In February, established salon Cali Spa moved into a two-story location in thriving northern Fort Wayne, Ind. The affordably priced salon not only hired additional nail techs, but also brought hairstylists, massage therapists, and estheticians onto their team, with the hopes of expanding into a one-stop beauty shop.
Beach-Side Nail Salon Makes a Splash
Stay Polished Nail Boutique, a nails-only salon, retains customers with personalized hour-long treatments and perfected product application systems. By staying current with the latest gel-polish trends, the salon preserves its status as a “go-to” salon in La Jolla, Calif.
Nail and Wellness Salon Re-Opens With Updated Service Offerings
After overcoming recent economic challenges, Unity Nails and Skin Care moved into a bigger and better space with an improved menu this April. Salon owner Jeany Perez scheduled a grand reopening to celebrate its success.
A Modern Day Beauty Shop
Sisters Castle and Lauren Searcy built their business from the ground up, opening their very first salon, Tootsies Nail Shoppe, in 2006. After hard work and diligent cross-promoting, they now run two salons, a certified nail school, and a barbershop, all under the Tootsies brand.
Clients See a Difference with Aqua Nail Bar & Boutique
True to its name, this Santa Barbara, Calif.-based salon features underwater decor, natural nails, and a boutique filled to the brim with hydrating products. The Cordova family works together to keep its seaside clients taken care of.