How-To
Behind the Scenes: Create the June 2012 Cover Color Block Nails
Holly Schippers creates color block nail art for NAILS' June 2012 cover. Here's the step-by-step.
by Hannah Lee
Checks & Balances
Diane Self uses a holographic square and circle pattern on gel nails.
Leopard’s Changing Spots
Katie Pfaff adds brightly accented black spots for a fun animal print design.
Delightful Daisy
Maja Rokov uses gel and acrylic paint to create a floral design.
The Slightest Hint of Sparkle
This standard pink-and-white style can be enhanced even more with some added sparkle.
by Tim Crowley
Young Nails Classic French with a Twist
This French acrylic design strays from the normal with a ribbon style look.
Rainforest Foot Treatment
Spoiled Spa & Salon takes clients on an exotic escape.
EZ Foot Soak
EZ Foot Soak is an easy to use product for foot baths.
Golfer's Foot Renewal
SpaRitual products create the high-end feel of this pedicure offered by Kohler Waters Spa.
Fluttering Butterfly
Double-load your brush to create easy petals and wings in this design by Tuong-Vy Nguyen.
Cute Kitty
Japanese-inspired "kawaii" styles are in, so use this simple kitty design by April Frye on your trend-watching clients.
Melting Orangesicle
Is it summer yet? Melt your clients' cares away with this acrylic design by Lorri Silvestre.
Luxio by Akzéntz Manicure
Luxio Soak Off Gel is an odorless and solvent-free 100% pure gel in a polish bottle.
AmericaNails LightSpeed Manicure
AmericaNails LightSpeed is a versatile soak-off gel polish system that will cure under traditional UV lamps in minutes and under the Lightspeed LED Lamp in only seconds.
Gold Rush Nails
If gemstone fever has got you this spring, try Cina Nail Creations and A.S.P. Aspire’s new nail art combo to create a gold mine of nail craftsmanship.
Almond Cherry Renewal Mother's Day Pedicure
Pamper moms and other clients with this super relaxing pedicure that features a homemade scrub, mask, and massage oil.
Behind the Scenes: Feeding the Hunger (May 2012 Cover Nails Step-by-Step)
Terri Silacci creates flame patterned nails inspired by Tthe Hunger Games for NAILS' May 2012 cover. Here's the step-by-step.