Acrylic can be used for more than a classic French or a base for polish. The #notpolish hashtag on Instagram has become a popular way for nail techs to showcase amazing art created solely with acrylic powder. We asked skilled acrylic artists to share some of their favorite designs, tutorials, and acrylic tips.
Nail tech Ruthy Carter of Tofield, Alberta, Canada has always been an animal lover, so when a friend told her about a disabled kitten born on a farm who needed a home, it was second nature to take the animal in.
Getting back into the nail industry after spending time away can be intimidating. We asked nail techs who took a break from salon work to share their advice on how to get back into the swing of things.
The Merc with a Mouth is back! From nail art-themed movie posters to Blake Lively's premiere mani, Deadpool 2 has been all over nails. Check out some of our favorite designs.
The 2018 Met Gala's theme was "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination." See the fabulous nails celebrities wore to the event!
Candy ball or bubble flower nails feature a rose-like flower design encapsulated in a ball of clear gel. Check out these nail designs using this fun new trend.
Assemble the Avengers at your fingertips with this nail art!
Get imaginative with techniques used by the artists in the Thrill Seeker challenge (Week 7).
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This Japanese-inspired nail art is the cutest!
Portland, Ore.-based nail tech Courtney Havens is an important figure in children’s lives: She drives foster kids to school, appointments, and visits with their biological parents.
April 3 is National Find a Rainbow Day! Celebrate with these rainbow nail art designs and put the rainbow at your fingertips.
Nail tech and NTNA alum Cate Widemire’s Willowick, Ohio, barbershop, The Black Comb, combines traditional barbering with nail services.
A natural nail service may seem simple, but there’s no reason it should be basic or boring. To take your menu of natural nail services to the next level, offer customization options that appeal to multiple senses.
For Morgan, Utah-based nail tech Kim Manore, fishing is a lifelong passion, a way to connect with her family, and even an inspiration for nail designs.
San Francisco-based nail tech G Molina provides sparkle in more ways than one: She complements her nail designs with beautiful handmade jewelry.
Celebrate Wakanda with these fierce Black Panther-inspired nail (or claw?) designs.
The 2018 Academy Awards were held on March 4. See the nail looks the stars wore!