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Here Comes the Bridal Nail Art
Seven nail artists were asked to create a range of designs for brides-to-be using the most popular wedding themes — beach, country, fantasy, and garden.
Paper Dolls (Polish Preview: Fall 2006)
Get back to your inner child with this month's fall polish preview. Not just for little girls, our paper dolls make dressing up your clients' nails as easy as child's play -- now snip to it!
NAILS' Annual Self-Portrait Nail Art Contest
In this gallery, view the self-portraits of top nail artists: how they see themselves, on the tip of a nail.
What to Look for When Selecting an Electric File
To help you find your ideal file, we've rounded up a variety of machines and highlighted specifications of interest -- from ergonomic handpieces to volt-change capabilities to battery operation.
Mother's Day Nail Art Designs
Ten nail artists say “thank you” to moms everywhere.
Breast Cancer Pink Ribbon Art
Get inspired by these 11 great takes on the Pink Ribbon.
NAILS Cover Tech Contest - Years 2007 & 2008
In the year 2000, the editors of NAILS decided it would be fun to have a nail technician reader create the cover for one issue and so we started the Cover Tech Contest. Browse through the best of the contests through the years.
NAILS Cover Tech Contest - Years 2001 to 2003
In the year 2000, the editors of NAILS decided it would be fun to have a nail technician reader create the cover for one issue and so we started the Cover Tech Contest. Browse through the best of the contests through the years.
Strut Your Stuff Nail Art Contest 2002-2008
Started in 2002, the Beautytech Strut Your Stuff online nail art and enhancement contest has truly become an international event, with entrants from such far-flung locales as Tokyo, Singapore, Poland, and the Netherlands.
Nail Art Designs Created with Colored Gels
Colored gels are poised to make a splash in nail art. Here are some designs to give you some ideas of gel's versatility.
Electric File Bits Revue
Electric file bits come in tons of different shapes and sizes to fill every filing need. We’ve collected a variety of basic bits — and some of the more obscure — to help you find the perfect bit for every job.
Rub a Dub-Dub - a look at portable pedicure basins
Don’t have quite enough room in your salon for a full-fledged pedicure throne? Today’s crop of pedicure carts and footbaths offer comfort, style, and pampering for both the client and pedicurist.
In with the Om: Eastern Influences on Western Salon Services
Westerners are cultivating an appreciation for the ancient Eastern philosophies and practices. Here are some Eastern twists on a few salon services.
NAILS’ Nail Art Mural Contest (from 2003 to 2009)
Spectacular. Amazing. Impressive. You can take your pick of adjectives, since all of them describe the quality and range of entries to NAILS' annual Nail Mural Contest. These diminutive works of art continue to enchant us all.
Be of Good Cheer - Holiday Nail Art
Holiday nail art can be silly or sophisticated, bold or demure. Your clients are sure to find something right for them in these designs.
Nail Artist Sculpts German Tourist Stops
Peggy Jakob-Kissner of Nagelatelier Exquisit in Ostheim, Germany, has memorialized the notable sights of Ostheim to share with clients and to show off to NAILS readers.
International Sensations: Russian Nail Art
Looking at these nails — all created by Russian nail professionals — it seems anything is possible with liquid, powder, and a little imagination. Peter the Great would be proud.