Nail Design
Trend Watch: Asymmetry
Single-sleeve gowns, diagonally cut hemlines, and one-side-only embellishments prove that style doesn’t necessarily have to be balanced to have a cohesive look.
The Great Pumpkins
Nails by Kimberly Harr, La Nail Beautician, Everett, Pa.
Shining Star
Nails by Blasa Rizo, Rizo’s Hair Designs, San Antonio, Texas
Fruity French
Nails by Jade Sewell, Just Nails, Great Falls, Mont.
Ice Queen
Nails by Michelle Achhammer, Michelle’s Nail Design, Zirndorf, Germany
Hawaiian Flowers
Nails by Carrie Sweeney, Goodrich, Mich.
Simple Stripes
Nails by Joanne Truitt, Boca Nail Depot, Boca Raton, Fla.
Extreme Embedding
We asked fans on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/nailsmag) to send us a picture of the most interesting thing they’ve ever embedded in a nail. From beads and feathers to hay (yes, hay!), here’s a look at a few of the images we received.
NSI Launches Business Development E-Book
A new business development e-book titled Building Your Clientele in 6-9 Months: A 360° Guide to Generating Income is available on the NSI website to help nail technicians across the globe.
ELLEgirls Discover NailEZZE
The ELLEGirl Model Search (ellegirlmodelsearch.com), an online photo-based contest, began in 2007 to empower women ages 13 to 25 to follow their modeling dreams while instilling the importance of self-confidence in an industry that’s often clouded by self-doubt.
OPI Holiday Lacquers Inspired by “Burlesque”
Inspired by Sony Pictures’ upcoming film “Burlesque's” outrageous costumes and bold choreography, OPI launches 12 limited-edition nail lacquers for holiday 2010.
Essie Supports Ovarian Cancer Research
For more than 10 years Essie Cosmetics has supported the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) and was once again pleased to participate in the Hampton’s spectacular Super Saturday event on July 31.
Tune In to Nail Talk Radio
Hosted by Athena Elliott, a certified medical nail technician and a Minx specialist, the show gives listeners the straight talk on the nail biz — including current trends, industry news, interviews with celebrity manicurists and industry leaders, and local salon reviews.
A Hand to Train On
The training hand has a moveable arm in similar length to a human’s, which can hold the hand in place at any angle. The hand has moveable joints for each knuckle, and a soft rubber tip at the end to mimic the touch of human skin.
Gelish Wins Belgian Beauty Award for Most Innovative New Product
Hand & Nail Harmony’s Gelish was voted the most innovative product at the Pro Esthetic (a Belgian beauty and wellness magazine) and Professional Beauty & Wellness (a trade show organization) in Belgium.
Backscratchers Wrap System
Backscratchers’ Fiberglass & Silk Wrap System makes it easy to offer a signature wrap service in your salon. This premium service helps you stand out by offering clients a feminine, natural-looking enhancement that reinforces the nail.
Design #30: Poinsettia (designed by Christie Gibson)
Fade Royal Red Glitter near the smile line.