What Is...Lamé?
Fabric designs that incorporate metallic tinsel-like threads, often in gold or silver.
by Sree Roy
ISSE Show Shines Through the Rain
The first big show of the year, the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE), kicked off in Long Beach, Calif., January 26-28, 2008. The show, hosted by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), is the West Coast’s biggest show. More than 30,000 attendees visited booths from more than 465 exhibitors.
YouTube Training
Some nail techs have taken YouTube’s invitation to “broadcast yourself” seriously. That opens up a world of free training for techs to access whenever they need a helping hand.
Tech Leaves Her Stamp on Nail Art
Jamie Cameron, owner of Jamie’s Nails in Herrin, Ill., was looking out for her fellow techs when she created her latest nail art technique: using predesigned art — in the form of postage stamps.
Flare Ups Over Flare Nails
So-called because the free edge of the nail flares out wider than the bottom, the shape is growing in popularity throughout the West Coast
Ask The Manicurist
You first met The Manicurist — aka Rebecca Seals — in our April issue and judging by your response, you enjoyed her “pull no punches” attitude. Here’s her take on free repairs, last-minute changes, long-winded excuses, and other headaches of daily salon life.
Ask the Manicurist
In this installment, The Manicurist tackles cancellation fees, early clients and those nagging cell phones.
What Are ... the Spring Color Trends?
Bold and brilliant are in for spring.
by Sree Roy
The Mink Coat for Nails — Minx
Minx Nails of Oceanside, Calif., has created a new way to apply color and design to nails. Pre-made templates are sealed onto nails using heat, and the excess is simply filed off.
In Iraq, Beauty Professionals Go Underground
Muslim extremists target salons, viewing them as Western corruption.
What Is...Text Messaging?
Sending a typed message via cell phone, especially when incorporating shortened jargon like “omg” (Oh My God) and “2nite” (tonight).
by Sree Roy
On the Runways in Paris, LA, and New York (Spring 2008 fashion shows)
From nude to hot pink, nails were some of the season’s hottest accessories at the Spring 2008 fashion shows.
by Sree Roy
Behind the Scenes: Happy Anniversary to Us!
For NAILS’ 25th anniversary issue — our silver anniversary — veteran technician Tom Bachik created these impressive high-gloss, chrome nails for our cover shoot.
by Hannah Lee
What Is...Ombre?
A French term meaning “shaded,” it refers to fabric (frequently ribbon) with color that graduates from light to dark.
by Sree Roy
The Year of the Rat
February 7, 2008 begins the Year of the Rat.
Brush of the Future
The OPI ProWide Brush is designed with specially shaped bristles aligned in a stack to create a smooth, flat brush surface.
Essie Polish Benefits Dress for Success
Essie Cosmetics and The Style Network donate profits from Style.Berry polish to Dress For Success.