Are Virtual Reality Manicures the Future of the Nail Industry?
“The Augmented Reality nail dream would act like a Snapchat face filter for nails – you hold up your hands in real time, in any light and on any background, and see a brand’s polish on your nails,” says WAH Nails owner Sharmadean Reid.
MiniLuxe Makes L.A. Debut
Brentwood marked the first L.A. location of the salon chain and last night’s grand opening was a testament to the salon’s clean and chic vision.
by Beth Livesay
My Other Life: Heather Davis, Rock Singer
In Good Voice: Team CND Education Ambassador Heather Davis is lead singer for two Seattle-area bands.
by Judy Lessin
Kleur Comes to L.A.
The ladies of Kleur have officially opened a colorful shop in Los Angeles.
by Beth Livesay
InternatioNAILS: Vietnam
Gain insight into the nail industry in Vietnam.
Featured Artist: Stephanie Cope
“I don’t necessarily choose a subject matter, it usually chooses me,” says artist Stephanie Cope of Salon 902 in Glenmoor, Ohio.
Get to Know Global Educator Catherine Baek Dambrosia
Baek is a beauty industry veteran who has previously worked for Shiseido, Kose, and PurMinerals. Now an educator for SpaRitual and Orly, she shares how she got started in the nail industry.
The Theme’s the Thing: Parisian
Inspired by La Belle Époque, this salon is just as lovely as it is eco-friendly.
Feel at Home at Hands & Feet Boutique
Clarksville, Tenn.’s Hands & Feet Boutique focuses on safety and comfort, drawing a wide range of clients. Owner Angie Prichard hopes to inspire a higher standard of nail care in her area.
[InternatioNAILS] Vietnam: A Tale of Two Countries
Inspired by friends and family members who found success in the nail industry in the United States, a new generation of nail techs rises in Vietnam.
by Sree Roy
CND VIP Brand Summit
On November 14 – 16, 2016, CND kicked off its inaugural VIP Brand Summit with a select group of top nail techs.These industry influencers gathered for three days of inspiration, education, and celebration, as they worked together to advance the state of the nail industry.
OPI's Co-Founder and Brand Ambassador Suzi Weiss-Fischmann Looks Ahead to 2017
In Barcelona, Spain, OPI's Suzi Weiss-Fischmann spoke on the brand's bright future.
by Beth Livesay
Go Bold with Sparkle San Francisco
After leaving her corporate job to work as a nail tech, Mia Rubie rented a private studio so she could work independently. Four years later, that studio has grown into Sparkle San Francisco, a trendy, tucked-away salon that specializes in nail art.
My Other Life: Paul Dykstra, Classical Pianist
A Passion for the Piano: Paul Dykstra is both a concert pianist and the CEO of Cosmetologists Chicago, International Nail Technicians Association (INTA), and America’s Beauty Show.
by Judy Lessin
On the Road: Organic Infusions Hair and Nail Salon
The scenic Smoky Mountains provide the perfect backdrop for relaxing salon services in the tourist-heavy destination of Gatlinburg, Tenn.
by Beth Livesay
Harry Connick Jr. Takes Over Poochiez Paws Nail Studio
Singer and show host Harry Connick Jr. takes over Poochiez Pawz Nail Studio in Atlanta, Ga. to give salon owner Poochie a day off.
Kym Lee, a Look Back in Pictures
Kym Lee, who passed away this week, was a mega-star on the competition circuit in the 1980s and 1990s.