Awards & Contests
OPI Mexico City Launch Event
On February 26, NAILS joined OPI to celebrate the launch of Mexico City and toast to our first OPI NTNA All Stars Winner, Melisa Salazar.
5 Tips To Winning NAHA's Nail Category
Get the five tips to winning NAHA's nail category from Reiko Omae. She entered just once and won.
NAILS 2019 Readers' Choice Results
You’ve cast your ballots and we’ve tallied the results. Now — drumroll please — we’re proud to announce the winners of our 2019 NAILS Readers’ Choice Awards.
Winners Announced in Budding Artist Contest
Join NAILS and Wildflowers in congratulating these two artists!
by Beth Livesay
Introducing the Top 24 for Season 7 of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist
See who made the cut for Season 7!
by Beth Livesay
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
A Visual Guide to NAILS' Cover Tech Contest
Have you ever wished you could see your work on NAILS Magazine's cover? Our Cover Tech Contest could be your chance! Follow these guidelines to create a cover-worthy entry.
On My Mind: Just Enjoy It
In a recent interview with NTNA champion and NAILS guest editor Valerie Ducharme, she reminded me that everything happens too quickly, and that the best course of action is usually to enjoy the moment rather than dread it.
by Beth Livesay
Apply for NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 7!
The finale for NTNA Season 6 was held at Premiere Orlando. See the fun from this year in the video and apply to be part of NTNA here. Thanks to KUPA for video footage.
Premiere Orlando 2019
Premiere Orlando took place at the Orange County Convention Center June 2-3.
NAILS NTNA Social 2019 at Premiere Orlando
The NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 6 finale and networking event was held Saturday, June 1 at Premiere Orlando.
Ashton Harlan Wins Season 6 of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist
After a grueling battle, Ashton Harlan was crowned winner of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 6 on Saturday, June 1 at Premiere Orlando.
NTNA S. 6 Final Challenge: Acrylic History Nail Art (Nixxi)
For NTNA’s final challenge, the Top 3 were asked to celebrate CND’s 40th anniversary by creating four sets of nails, each commemorating a CND milestone. Here is Nixxi Rose’s entry.
NTNA S. 6 Final Challenge: 2000s Past and Future Nail Art (Carly)
For NTNA’s final challenge, the Top 3 were asked to celebrate CND’s 40th anniversary by creating four sets of nails, each commemorating a CND milestone. Here is Carly Snyr's entry.
NTNA S. 6 Final Challenge: Adjustable Kaleidoscope Nail Art (Ashton)
For NTNA’s final challenge, the Top 3 were asked to celebrate CND’s 40th anniversary by creating four sets of nails, each commemorating a CND milestone. Here is Ashton Harlan’s entry.
Who Will Win NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 6?
After six months of competing, Ashton Harlan, Carly Snyr, and Nixxi Rose will battle it out in one final challenge. The winner will be crowned NAILS Next Top Nail Artist at Premiere Orlando, during the NTNA Social.
by Beth Livesay
Spring Bling Acrylic Nails
Nail artist and teacher Katie Barnes is known for her mastery of extreme shapes. An international award winner, former NTNA competitor, and Scratch cover artist, she completed a photo shoot featuring blue and yellow edge nails with embellishments.