The Acrylic Kitchen
Here is a sampling of some techs’ favorite homemade acrylic “recipes.”
Indulging In Fantasy
Feeling creative? Looking for a new challenge? Why not try your hand at fantasy nail art?
Take a Tip From ... INM's Rachel Mouritsen
Making multi-layered nail art embellishments is easier than you think.
Nail De Dance Glitter Powders
Nail Labo’s Nail De Dance Glitter Powders features six new glitter acrylic shades.
Turning Nail Art Inside Out
A small, hidden design on the underside of a nail is a perfect way for flashy clients, (and even shy ones too), to show off your work. Clients will love showing their friends the little detail, and pulling off this feat is rather simple for techs. G Elizondo of D’Hair to Be Different Salon in Las Vegas, shows how she creates a hidden heart on the inside of a nail.
by Tim Crowley
Take a Tip from ... Young Nails’ Gregory Salo
Greg Salo of Young Nails explains how he applies Young Nails’ trademark reverse application technique for acrylics.
by Tim Crowley
Behind The Scenes: Model Competitor
A 20-year nail tech has the chops for big competitions.
by Hannah Lee
Cuccio Spa in Spanish, Part 2: Techniques & Treatments
Express Spa Pedicure. In Spanish.
Bold Butterfly
Nails by Laura Russell, Dolce Salon & Spa, Scottsdale, Ariz.
Fun Flowers
Nails by Debra Meek, Anne's Beauty Center, Visalia, Calif.
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theEdge by Milady metroluxe edition Demo
Preview Milady’s exciting new DVD and print binder in the Edge: metroluxe edition— ‘Where creativity is fueled by passion and realized through technique.’ Learn firsthand how to translate inspiration into current, wearable hair and makeup. www.milady.cengage.com
OPI Absolute
Absolute perfection
Glitzy Glamour
Nails by Shannon Chomanczuk, A Polished Image, New Windsor, N.Y.
Psychedelic Chicken Pox
Nails by Tina Sauber-Spencer, Bahama Mama's Salon, Horton, Mich.
Q-French Triple Tips
Create those crisp smile lines with the help of Q-Buffers' Q-French Triple Tips.
Eco Nail System
The kit is odor-free and enables techs to do natural nail services, overlays with T3 fiber gel, gel-and-powder services, and liquid-and-powder services.