Fall’s Neutral Color: Graphite
Harper’s Bazaar announced gray is the go-to neutral color for the fall season.
InStyle’s Edgy Nude Manicure
Buff nails after applying a greige polish for a rough nude mani, according to InStyle’s August issue.
Trending: Oxblood Nails
InStyle’s August issue suggests investing in an oxblood color for your nails this fall.
Velvet Effect
Layla’s Velvet Effect nail art powder is a new velvet textured nail color that can be used with any nail polish and will turn your client’s manicure from boring to beautiful.
Just Look at That! A Picture's Worth 1,000 Words When It Comes to Nails
Nobody knows better than Las Vegas and San Francisco-based nail tech Sindy Mark the value of a photo when it comes to inspiring clients to try something new.
by Judy Lessin
Redbook's Perfect Pair
Redbook's August issue listed four combinations to pair a bright pedicure with fun sandals.
Cosmoprof 2013: NAILS' Cocktail Party
From show floor to suite door — NAILS' 3rd Annual Cocktail Party provided a much-needed opportunity for show exhibitors and attendees to relax and mingle for a few hours after the exhibition floor closed on the second evening.
Swarovski Crystal Nail Design Kits Step-by-Step
Gina Silvestro shows how to use a new Swarovski Crystal Nail Design Kit to create a stunning embellished look.
Rock of Ages: Heavy Metal Nail Art
As the darkened stage illuminates and the first strain of guitar electrifies the crowd, we unveil these empowering nails to blur the lines of where heavy metal meets modern glamour — and leave your clients screaming for more.
Nailympics Italy Competition
[Note: The nail competition coverage starts at 1:08.] Nailympics Italy took place Feb. 3-4, 2013 in Rome, Italy. The international nail competition had over 200 competitors.
CND Spring/Summer 2013 Look Book
CND unveils new colors and designs from the company's Spring/Summer 2013 Look Book.
Trend Watch: Boudoir
Similar to the photography genre of the same name, this trend offers the sexiness of tasteful lingerie.
by Sree Roy
Pretty in Pastel
Want to offer your clients color blocked nail designs but scared to go overboard with the typical summertime choice of neons? Use pastels as your color base instead, says Bio Sculpture Gel’s president Elsie Visser.
by Sree Roy
Katy Perry’s Digits Decked in Tech’s Own Polish Line
Mere months after the launch of her own polish line, celebrity tech Patricia Yankee already applied her fashion-inspired hues onto singer- songwriter Katy Perry’s nails...not just once, but twice.
by Sree Roy
Lady Gaga’s Acrylic Nail Sells for $13,000
One of Lady Gaga's almond-retto enhancement nails fell off during a Dublin preformance and was sold via auction for the jaw-dropping price of $13,000.
by Sree Roy
Nail News with Alanna Wall of the Polished Girlz
This intrepid young philanthropist-reporter talks tween and teen trends from Cosmoprof North America.
An Interview With Celebrity Nail Artist Maria Salandra
If you've watched Sex and the City or the Sopranos, you know Maria Salandra's work. Her client list includes Kelly Ripa, Rachel McAdams, Julia Roberts, Julianne Moore, Christina Aguilera, and Jennifer Garner. Senior editor Beth Livesay caught up with Salandra during a phone interview to find out what nail trends are hot with Hollywood stars and how to get celebrity-style nails at home. Salandra also gave us the scoop on Nutra Nail Gel.