Nail Design
Jewels of the Nile Collection
Azature introduces the Jewels of the Nile Collection
Tammy Taylor Holiday Dazzle Ornament Nails
Tammy Taylor demonstrates Dazzle Rock Holiday Nails and a Dazzle Rock Christmas Ornament Nail Design. She used all three Dazzle Rocks Prizma Powderz from her My Favorite Color Is November collection, along with Cover It Up Peach Cover Acrylic on the nail bed.
Inspiring Instructor: Q & A with Jamaica Starr
Jamaica Starr’s background is one of those against-the-odds stories that imparts hope. Now a successful salon owner and instructor for Sindy Mark’s Nail Art Academy, Starr overcame a life once rife with drugs, prison, and hardship. We caught up with Starr to find out how she left her old life behind to attain her dreams.
by Tracy Rubert
Semi-Precious Stones Nail Wraps
Unearthed for you, these strikingly brilliant gems will beg for flattery.
Precious Pearls Kit
The kit also includes a Pickerr Uperr for easy application.
SpaRitual Holiday 2014 Polish Collection: Home
Following the legends of the great nomads, SpaRitual embarked on a journey to see the world and reconnect with one's true self. "This holiday finds us home and filled with memories, lessons and gifts to share. Pewter with subtle hints of glitter, lavender shimmer or bright purple with bold layers of sparkle, and not-so-traditional holiday gold, red and green. We left Seeking Spirit, kept our promises by Living Authentically and ended up Finding Home."
All Aboard Collection
This fall, pack your bags and get ready for a color adventure with the China Glaze All Aboard collection.
Behind the Scenes: The FingerNailFixer
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of our November cover, featuring Holly Schippers, a.k.a. The FingerNailFixer.
by Hannah Lee
Neo Romantique Collection
Inspired by the artistic movement that exemplifies romance, luxury, and fantasy, IBD introduces the Neo Romantique Collection
Adore Dolls Parlour Dazzles With Its Nail Art
Check out some of the great nail art created by Adore Dolls Parlour, located in Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast of Australia.
The Latest in Nail Art Apps
The professional nail industry is wising up to the latest technological trends. In addition to creating sites that are mobile-friendly, several companies that cater to nail professionals are also making applications to download to your smartphone. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect color to please your client or you’re looking for video tutorials, there truly is an app for everything. Here’s a round-up of the latest beauty apps you’re sure to appreciate.
by Beth Livesay
Nail Art Studio: Yellow and Pink Swirls
Meryl Hayton demonstrates how to do Yellow and Pink Swirls nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
Nail Art Studio: Unicorn Nails
Eva Jenkins demonstrates how to do Unicorn nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
Nail Art Studio: Warm and Cozy
Kathy Dent demonstrates how to do Warm and Cozy nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
Nail Art Studio: Arcade Nails
Marquita Bush demonstrates how to do Arcade nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
24 Holiday Retail Items
Add stocking stuffers to your salon’s retail section to create a simplified grab-and-go gift selection your clients will thank you for.
How to: Glacier Nail Art
This nail tech found a little foil manipulation included in the acrylic application process can create a design that’s cool as ice.