Gelish Introduces VitaGel Vitamin-Enriched Soak-Off Gel
New from Gelish, VitaGel Vitamin Enriched Soak-Off Gel is an LED/UV light-cured vitamin nail strengthener that comes in two original formulas: Strength and Recovery.
Mash Nails Nail Art Stamping
Mash Nails has mastered nail art stamping through their new collection of nail art image plates.
Naturally Clean
Naturally Clean by Essie is a complete nail care system that safely cleanses hands and nails while restoring hydration with essential oils and natural botanical ingredients.
Troubleshooter: Using A Cuticle Nipper Correctly
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Thao Nguyen gives some tips on cleaning the nail plate before a service and using a cuticle nipper correctly.
Polishing Argyle Style
For a sopthisticated look this fall, check out Julep’s new argyle design.
by Tim Crowley
How to Fix a Broken Manicure
Allure magazine interviewed Tom Bachik, a Los Angeles-based manicurist who works with celebrities like Beyonce and Victoria Beckham.
Maisie Dunbar Spa Lounge: True Cuticle and Customer Testimonials
Nail tech and salon owner Maisie Dunbar explains the true cuticle, plus shares testimonials for her spa, Maisie Dunbar Spa Lounge in Silver Spring, Md.
Natural Nails: Back to Basics
Natural nail services are seeing a sizeable upswing in popularity in salons right now, and clever techs can capitalize on this new wave of “back-to-basics” clients with great manicuring fundamentals and some little extra touches.
by Tim Crowley
Emery Boards
These boards are available at wholesale prices and with a countertop display that encourages impulse buys.
Refine Your Skills at Nail U
Through her Nail University, Shari Finger offers continuing education for nail techs. “Our non-product-specific approach allows the student to receive help with the products she is using every day — or a generic product will be supplied at no extra charge,” she says.
Just my Opinion: Why Don't American State Boards Allow Online Training?
While learning and developing is incredibly important for nail techs, it is hard to get a quality education.
The No Polish, 3-Minute Mani
Glamour magazine shares a step-by-step guide on how to give a quick and simple polish-less mani. Perfect for male clients or customers who want their nails looking fabulously natural.
Let's Hear It for the Lefties
Whether you’re a left-handed tech yourself, have one as a coworker, or simply want to see nails from a different perspective, you can benefit from learning about how south paw nail techs adapt their set-ups to stay in their right minds and in the right career path for them.
by Sree Roy
Z45 Fast Dry Top
Beauty Millenium’s Z45 Fast Dry Top Lot is an all-round top coat that can be used on natural nails, acrylics, and gels.
Poof Dry Top Coat
The Supply Source’s Poof Dry Top Coat has a patented formula that allows it to penetrate through the nail lacquer to the base coat, forming a single, solid coating over the nail plate for a durable finish.
Restore Damaged Nails Kit
Nail Tek’s Restore Damaged Nails kit helps repair weak nails back to health and vitality.
Eco-Friendly Beauty Products
InStyle magazine's May 2012 issue features a list of recommended eco-friendly beauty products. Consider carrying these brands in your salon, either to use on clients or to sell as retail.