In The Know
Connecticut Implements Licensing Requirements
In May this year, Connecticut legislators passed H.B. No. 6742, setting in place standards for the inspection of salons and a scope of practice for nail and eyelash technicians as well as estheticians.
by Beth Livesay
California Employee Classification Law Passes With Exemptions for Booth Rental
After beauty professionals campaigned for nails and skin care to be included, California Assembly Bill 5 was amended to offer exemptions to licensed manicurists and estheticians as well as hairstylists and barbers.
Temeka Jackson Holds Seminar For New Connecticut Laws
Temeka Jackson is known for her celebrity clients and Nail Gossip show, but now she is advocating for new legislature in her home state of Connecticut.
by Beth Livesay
Cancer Patients Find Pampering and Healing Go Together
Joy Johnson started Survive and Thrive to offer complimentary spa services to cancer patients. She was inspired by the loss of her mother to cancer and also by the healing she has seen happen when cancer sufferers put themselves into your loving hands.
by Anne Moratto
Fun for All at the 2019 Nail Tech Event of the Smokies
The 12th Nail Tech Event of the Smokies took place June 28th-July 1 in the resort town of Gatlinburg, Tenn., and saw a record number of attendees, manufacturers, and educators.
Ashton Harlan Wins NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 6!
NAILS Next Top Nail Artist concluded with a revamped sixth season finale kicking off Premiere Orlando on June 1. The winner was announced at the NAILS NTNA Social in front of a crowd of press, sponsors, and fans.
by Beth Livesay
Learn and Network at Nail Camp West
Held near Boise, Idaho October 25-28, Nail Camp West offers classes, seminars, workshops, and the opportunity to network with fellow nail techs.
Beauty Brands Unite for "Make Your Mark" Campaign
Beauty Changes Live is leading the campaign, while COTY and Ratner Companies are the first two to partners to join in.
Belava Introduces Karen Raasch as Director of Business Development
Belava has introduced industry veteren Karen Raasch as director of business development.
Proposed California Law Fails to Exempt Nail and Skin Care Professionals From Booth Rental Restrictions
Under proposed legislation, only hair service providers would be exempted from new independent contractor guidelines that severely limit booth rental in California.
PBFC Hosts Legislators and Regulators in Sacramento
The Professional Beauty Federation of California's Welcome to Our World (W.O.W.) lobbying event took place at the Capitol Events Center, next door to the Capitol building in Sacramento.
Take the Celebrity Face Off Challenge
Enter NAILS’ sixth annual Celebrity Face Off Nail Art Contest and test your skill at portraiture while paying tribute to your favorite famous faces.
New KUPA E-file Features Bluetooth Capability
KUPA’s long awaited keynote today revealed the MANIPro Passport Plus, the latest e-file from the brand. The machine was inspired by high-end luxury items such as designer perfume and a Montblanc pen. The new machine is digital, as opposed to analog.
Learn to Become an Independent Educator
Jaime Schrabeck, Ph.D. will provide two days of comprehensive training in becoming an independent educator in Carmel, Calif., from October 27-28.
Cuccio Holds Asian Summit in the Philippines
In April 2019, Cuccio held its annual Asian Summit in the Philippines. Distributors and professional nail technicians participated in business seminars and caught up on what’s new in the world of Cuccio.
Foot Forward Summit Registration Opens
Registration is now open for NAILS’ second-annual Foot Forward Summit! Held in Atlanta, August 11-13, the event will feature nail techs, foot care experts, and medical professionals who will share their knowledge and create a roadmap for your growth and success.
Nailed It Documentary to Air on PBS in May
Nailed It explores the history of the Vietnamese-American nail salon and tells the tale of how a chance encounter in 1975 between 20 female Vietnamese refugees and actress Tippi Hedren changed the face of the industry.