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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.
12 Days of Nail Art
Twelve nail artists take on the classic "Twelve Days of Christmas!"
12 Days of Nail Art
In the spirit of the season, 12 nail artists from around the country came together to create a unique handpainted feat – "The Twelve Days of Christmas," the nail art rendition.
Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue — so goes the saying that describes what the bride should wear on her wedding day. Six techs make it a little easier for the bride to accommodate her “something blue” with handpainted toenail art using only the colors blue, silver, and white.
Tiny Brushes, Huge Talents, Old Masters (NAILS Mini-Masterpiece Nail Art Contest)
"Crazy good" is how one of our judges described the extraordinary batch of entries we received for our Mini Masterpiece contest. With jaw-dropping precision and exceptional skill, our readers managed to successfully capture the essence of many of the world's most celebrated paintings on a tiny nail tip.
A+ Nail Art for Mother's Day
NAILS gave a talented class of veteran nail artists a May assignment typical for many kids: make a piece of art that is dedicated to your mother. Although they’re not in elementary school anymore, these children created artwork their moms are sure to be proud of.
Cover Tech Winner: It's Berry Nice
Congratulations to NAILS' 2007 Cover Tech Contest winner Doan Hoelsher of DoaNails in Fort Collins, CO. Hoelsher created a feast for the eyes with her sumptuous strawberry-themed design. We're delighted to share the winning images with you, along with a selection of our favorite entries. Our thanks to everyone who submitted photos for sharing your artistry with us.
Readers' Choice Awards 2006
We asked, and you told us. For the third year in a row, NAILS announces the winners of our annual Readers' Choice Awards. From Acrylics to Wraps--and everything in between--read on to see if your favorite products made it onto our 2006 list.
Strong-Art Them!
Nail art can be an amazing thing. Everything you include in it — from color to shape to the client’s passion — is powerful. To remind you how the simplest things can have huge meaning, we assigned 11 techs to punch things up with powerful tips.
The Honor of Your Nail Art Is Requested
To help your client portray her individuality, we have 20 tips to inspire you — whether she be traditional, modern, funky, or just wanting to get on to her honeymoon destination.
Iron Techs: Creative Techs Work With What They're Given
We gave 10 innovative nails techs a hodge-podge of items and instructed them to create five nail tips using only the items in their box full of goodies. As you can see, all came away with different creations using exactly the same materials.
Agents of Style: Nail Art on a Mission
While providing only minimal directions and options, the editors at NAILS commissioned five nails agents to create individual works of art on three separate missions.
More Than Window Dressing: How to Create Enticing Window Displays
Enhancing your windows does not have to be an expensive or time-consuming ordeal. With a little imagination, you can really make your front window stand out. Use this monthly planner with plenty of practical tips to get you going.
NAILS Readers' Choice Awards 2005
The results are in for the second annual NAILS Readers' Choice Awards: your favorite products in every category and the Top 12 Favorite New Products, as voted on by the readers of NAILS Magazine.
2005 Readers' Favorite Products
The votes are in! Your favorite products from this year are all here!
Rhinestones Are a Girl's Best Friend
Never mind diamonds. Get your clients’ nails sparkling and looking like a million bucks with a dose of rhinestones.
In Living Color
Forget flat nail art. It's all about sparkling, bright, 3D designs that are guaranteed to catch anyone's eye. We asked several nail artists to go all out and create fun-colored acrylic designs that are far from dull.