Nail Design
Young Nails VLog #14: Greg's Acrylic Ombre Nails
Young Nails president Greg Salo shows how to create a traditional ombre nail using acrylics and Caption nail polish. He goes one step further with Caption stamping plates to create a Boho nail look.
Photographer Publishes Paint & Polish
Photographer Helen Maurene Cooper recently released her book, Paint & Polish: Cultural Economy and Visual Culture from the West Side. Cooper spent eight years building relationships with nail techs, salon owners, and clients in Chicago to take the photos that appeared in this book. NAILS spoke with the photographer and author about why she found the subject of nails so fascinating.
by Beth Livesay
DreaMau Machine Mixes Custom Lacquer Colors in Minutes
The DreaMau Nail Polish Creator is capable of producing thousands of nail polish color variations with a touch of the fingertips, according to creator Quy Charlie Ton.
La Palm Gel Couple Distressed Nail Art
Learn how to create a distressed and jeweled look using La Palm's Gel Couple.
Gel II Unicorn Nail Art
Create this easy unicorn nail design using Gel II Skyscraper Building Gel to create a 3D effect.
Texas Salon Puts the "Bar" in Nail Bar
Two Texan sisters created a nail bar modeled after an actual bar, complete with free drinks, bartenders, and karaoke.
Claws: The Trailer for TNT's New Nail Dramedy
"Claws" premieres June 11th on TNT. You Might Also Like: Nails Shine in TNT Dramedy "Claws"
Nailympia Houston 2017
International nail competition, Nailympia, made its stateside debut at The Best Lil' Nail Show Texas, March 31-April 2.
Henna-Inspired Nail Art
Deriving from ancient cultures in India and Egypt, these intricate patterns traditionally painted on skin are also known as Mehndi, and can be reimagined on the nails.
Festival Friday: Music Nail Art for Coachella
California's favorite music festival is here! Bring on the eclectic lineup, ferris wheel rides, and musician-themed manicures.
NCLA Launches Pro-Only Website
NCLA has launched the Pro Lounge, a professional-only zone of their website that will offer special prices available only to nail techs.
CND Creative Play Sunset Bash Summer 2017 Collection
CND introduces the Creative Play nail lacquer Sunset Bash Summer 2017 Collection. Play up your nails with intense hues of purple, blue, green, and orange that last until you’re ready to switch it up.
Could One of Your Recent Grads Be NAILS’ Next Top Nail Artist?
NAILS’ Next Top Nail Artist is searching for licensed nail techs of all experience levels who have that “it” factor. Does one of your recent nail program graduates fit the bill?
by Tracy Rubert
Misa Cosmetics Launches Female Empowerment Polish Collection
With names that embrace female empowerment, such as "Shatter The Glass Ceiling" and "Future is Female," the collaboration aims to raise awareness for the women's equality in and out of the workplace.
Hop to It: Nail Art for Easter
Somebunny loves these designs.
Woof! Nail Art for National Pet Day
Pets are people too.
The Best Nails From Best Lil' Nail Show Texas 2017
Check out these nails, y'all
by Beth Livesay