ABS Global Image Awards Add Nail Category
America’s Beauty Show has added International Nail Technician of the Year as a category of its Global Image Awards.
Beauty Changes Lives Experience Returning to ABS Chicago
The 6th Annual Beauty Changes Lives Experience will return to the Art Institute of Chicago April 29, as the signature philanthropic event at America’s Beauty Show by Cosmetologists Chicago.
Nail Lovers Join Together for Education, Competition, and Fun
In October, 144 techs from across the US, Canada, and Aruba gathered on Vashon Island near Seattle for the Northwest Nailtech Retreat, also known fondly as Nail Camp.
Cover Tech Contest 2018: Musical Magic
Nail tech Kryssy Hawkins won the top spot this year with her edgy, colorful, DJ-inspired image. Stella Sampson’s delicate teatime design earned her the first-runner-up spot, while Ashton Harlan’s sharp chrome nails were the second-runner-up, and Eileen Fox’s Indian-flavored design was the third-runner-up.
2018 Nail Trend Forecast
The 2018 forecast calls for high-contrast elements, with a chance of bold political statements and elevated excellence.
Trend Watch: Ski Chic
Your style is sure to peak with these cool, slope-inspired designs.
by Beth Livesay
A Full-Size Sample Box for Beauty Professionals
Hello Salon Pro is a full-size sample box for industry professionals.
How to make Shellac magically melt off
Here are a few steps for easy Shellac removal.
On My Mind: Local Color
I recently returned from what I’m calling my Salon Fanatic Tour. The beauty of this tour is that it was eight days, 18 salons, and 2,730 miles worth of pure engagement. I wanted to meet our readers and potential readers and do something bold in the process.
by Beth Livesay
Money Nail Art Featured in Museum of Modern Art
A money nail design originally created for Lil' Kim by nail tech Bernadette Thompson will be featured as part of an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art.
Vanity Projects Miami: A Seamless Blend of Nails, Art, and Culture
The intersection of nails and art has never been more apparent than at Miami’s Vanity Projects, a gallery-like nail salon that offers patrons the opportunity to view contemporary video art during their services with sought-after international nail artists.
NAILS Readers Choice Awards 2017 Winners
Every year for the past 14 years, nail professionals have cast their ballots to choose the best products the industry has to offer.
Victoria Secret Angels Nail the Runway With LeChat Polish
At the annual Victoria Secret Fashion Show, supermodels were seen wearing a sheer pink and a light nude.
Cuccio Provides International Trainings in El Salvador, Brazil
Cuccio director of global education Marilyn Olemma Garcia visited El Salvador and Brazil to provide training to educators and nail techs.
NAILS Readers' Choice: Favorite New Products of 2017
These 20 products won "Best New Product" in NAILS Readers' Choice Awards 2017.
NAILS and CND Announce Top 12 for Season 5 of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist
These 12 women will go on to compete in the landmark fifth season of NTNA.
Trend Watch: Plumes
Feminine feathers make nails and fashion take flight.
by Beth Livesay