Laser Fungal Treatment Twice as Effective as Pills
The new treatment for fungal nails is not only safe, but it’s proving much more effective than the currently available oral antifungal medications, which may have side effects. Introduced in 2008, the treatment involves a small laser beam that is moved over the surface area of the toenail, instantly killing the fungal spores in the nail bed while leaving healthy tissues intact.
What Is Alopecia Areata?
Because alopecia areata is known to make an appearance on the nails, techs should be aware of this emotional, and often life-altering, disease.
What Is Raynaud's Disease?
Nail technicians should be aware of Raynaud's Disease which produces a stark change in the look of fingers and toes.
Lacquers for Brittle Nails
Dermelect's Launchpad features new lacquers that keep brittle nails from cracking.
What Is Yellow Nail Syndrome?
Notably different than nails stained yellow from polish, yellow nail syndrome could indicate a more serious health concern with the respiratory or lymphatic systems.
How Irritating!
Red, Swollen patches? Blister-like bumps? Chances are it’s contact dermatitis, but only the doctor can say if it’s a simple case of irritation or a more serious allergy.
What Is Onychophagy (Badly Bitten Nails)?
Clients who suffer from chronic onychophagy — or severe nail biting — may need not only the attention of a good nail tech, but also an appointment with a therapist who can help with behavior modification.
What Chipped or Cracked Nails Say About Your Body
Brittle nails say a lot about your habits, and overcoming these habits will help nails heal.
What Is Lichen Planus?
Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition that can be itchy, painful and leave permanent scars.
Woodward Launches At-Home Screening Test for Nail Fungus
Woodward Lab's kit helps diagnose toenail and fingernail fungus in the privacy of your own home.
What Are Spoon Nails?
Spoon nails are a common nail abnormality that can be easily overlooked because the mildest cases are hard to recognize. But be observant; early detection can alert clients to the early stages of a more serious medical condition.
What Is Pseudomonas?
Oh, that dreaded feeling that comes over a tech when she picks up a client’s hand and spots her green nemesis.
Health: What Is Exfoliative Keratolysis?
Exfoliative Keratolysis is a condition where the top layer of the skin perpetually peels. Though there's no cure all for the treatment of EK, a proper and consistent management strategy could give clients relief.
Consumers Want Info on Brittle Nails
When an InStyle reader asked how to deal wtih brittle nails, at-home remedies including Nail Tek strengether were recommended.
1-oz. Be Silky Callus Spray
VB Cosmetics has 1-oz. sizes of its Be Silky Callus Spray.
What Are Ingrown Nails?
Common but painful, ingrown nails are often the result of poor care. Techs can recommend treatment, but ingrown nails, also called onychocryptosis, could likely require a trip to the doctor.
The Diabetic Discussion
All clients need personal attention, but our diabetic pedicure clients need an extra dose of TLC. Learn how to alter pedicure services to accommodate diabetic clients, and you’ll not only be offering them an hour of relaxation, you’ll also be protecting their health.