For Students
Up the Ladder: What’s After Nail Tech?
From a career as a part-time manufacturer's educator to a full-time industry consultant, the nail industry presents myriad opportunities.
Beyond the Classroom - Apprentice Programs
Apprentice programs give new nail technicians what formal school training leaves out in many states: hands-on experience. Whether replacing or augmenting classroom instruction, apprentice programs could be the answer to today’s educational shortcomings.
View Point: Cosmetology Schools
What is the proper role of cosmetology schools and are they fulfilling that role?
Dear Diary...
From graduation to state board exams, from the job search to the first full set on a paying client, those first few months as a nail technician are filled with highs and lows. Two nail technicians opened their diaries to share theire experiences.
Popular Children's Toy Commits Barbicide
Ben king owner of King Research and maker of Barbicide Salon Disinfectant thought he knew all the angles on uses for his product—conceptual art wasn’t one of them.
Lab Reports
"My client’s big toenail’s side walls curve so much that they nearly meet. The middle section of the nail is sore because both ends are pinching the skin. What can I do to relieve this pressure?"
The U.K.’s Struggle for Nail Products
Nail art and technology are still in their infancy in England, but the nail technicians and suppliers offering nail products are keeping busy filling orders.
Experience is the Best Teacher
Donna Rodriquez discusses her formula for success.
Got a Question? Ask Suzi!
Suzi Weiss-Fischmann worked in the fashion industry for 10 years in manufacturing, design, and style.
Masters Of Their Craft
In just six months since its official launch, The Creative Academy has graduated hundreds of nail technicians, providing them with enhanced skills and a closer working relationship with Creative Nail Design Systems.
One on One Interview: A Nail Student and a Veteran Nail Tech
A nail student asks a veteran nail technician for some advice on starting out.
German Fair Featured Hot Beauty Trends
The 5th Annual Premiere Beauty Show held August 21-22 in Orlando, Fla., was tough for the nail competitors. More than 50 nail competitors vied for medallions and cash prizes of up to $500. Approximately 5,200 visitors came to the two-day show. Successful nail competitors Trish Phelan and Tim Farquhar assisted at the show, and Vicki Peters was the competition coordinator.
Over 50 Nail Competitors at Premiere Show
The 5th Annual Premiere Beauty Show held August 21-22 in Orlando, Fla., was tough for the nail competitors.
Campus Competition Encourages Excellence
Pivot Point hosts a nail competition.
Determine Your Own Fate with Financial Planning
Don’t leave your future to fate! To see what financial planning can mean to you, look at our real-life examples. In just one year, these salon professionals have reduced their debts, increased their income, and gained control over their financial future.
Are Nail Competitions Fair?
Competition is rivalry between skilled persons, and the theory that once you have competed and won, you should step down is absurd.
Placement Agency Matches Salon Professionals with Salons
Cosmo Connection carves a niche for itself by offering an innovative platform for searching nail professionals.