Technique
Beginner Acrylic Nails: Liquid-to-Powder Ratio
Suzie Moskal demonstrates one of the most important aspects of acrylic nail design the liquid to powder ratio of your acrylic bead. You Might Also Like: Troubleshooter: Proper Mix Ratio
Alessandro Striplac Peel-Off UV/LED Polish Tutorial
Alessandro artistic director Frank Schäberle helps with valuable tips and tricks when using Striplac peel-off UV/LED polish. To peel it off, use the Striplac Peel-Off Activator, a water-oil mixture, apply generously to the cuticles and polish and leave it on for three minutes, then apply another layer to the edges and polish before gently and slowly peeling it.
I Heart CND Sweepstakes
CND is hosting a sweepstakes to find out why you love Shellac. Four weekly winners will get a CND Shellac Brand Complete Wardrobe Kit. And one grand prize winner will get an exclusive VIP experience at ISSE Long Beach that includes products, roundtrip to Los Angeles, an in-booth shopping spree for up to $750, and a one-on-one private brunch with Jan Arnold. To enter, share a 15 second video on Instagram or Twiter using #IHeartCNDSweeps. Get more details here.
Skull & Leopard Print Foils on Gel-Polish
Bel's Gels shows how to use leopard- and skul-print foils over gel-polish.
Amp Up Your Offerings: Waxing
In the fifth installment of our series, NAILS explores services you can add to your menu to increase your revenue and offer your clients convenience. This month, we take a look at waxing.
by Tracy Rubert
Neon Set
Gel II is lighting up the beach boardwalk with an all new set of neon colors just in time for a summer stroll on the pier.
Towels
TowelHub.com is your source for wholesale towels.
Go Green Crystal File
The Go Green Crystal File from La Vaque Professional is an excellent retail product for salons and spas.
Presto LED Light Ange
Nail Labo USA introduces its third generation of the Presto LED Light Ange
Callus Terminator
The Callus Terminator by Mr. Pumice softens calluses for easy removal.
Step-Two-It-Foot File
The easy-grip handle is ergonomically designed to tackle the toughest skin.
Peel-Off Base Coat
Use Minx Peel-Off Base Coat in place of a regular base coast to protect natural nails from gel-polish, acrylics, and polish.
Herbal Spa line
You can incorporate aromatherapy into your spa services using the Botanical Escapes Herbal Spa line.
How-to: 3-D Ice Cream Nail Art
Just in time for summer, this nail tech offers this tutorial on a mouthwatering 3-D dessert look.
Geometric Trend Nail Art
Nails 21, a company based in Lisbon, Portugal, shows how to create an intricate geometric nail art design using Nails 21 gel products.
Chrome Mirror and 3-D Gel by Mia Secret
Arturo Osorio, Mia Secret exclusive educator, shows how to use Chrome Mirror nail liquid and create a 3-D rose using Formagel. Steps: 1. Once the nail structure has been sculpted with Cover Pink, apply a base coat of Luxury UV and cure for 45 seconds in LED nail light.2. Wipe off the tacky layer with Gel Cleanser.3. Now apply a thin layer of Chrome Mirror and let it dry for 20 seconds. Then apply another layer of Chrome Mirror.4. Once it’s dry, file sidewalls and tip, allowing the base and top coat of Luxury UV, seal up each other. This is will get the Chrome Mirror encapsulated and last up even more. 5. Apply Luxury UV top coat, properly over nail bed, sidewalls and tip. This is really important, because the Chrome Mirror need to be completely encapsulated in order to make it last from 2 to 3 weeks. Cure for 45 seconds in LED nail light and wipe off tacky layer.6. Apply Formagel™ - White builder gel, as decoration. In every design, cure for 45 seconds and continue. NOTE: by doing this nail technique, Chrome Mirror will last from two to three weeks, based on the clients’ nail care. But remember that the limit is your imagination.
Signature Service: Orange Pineapple Slush Spa Pedicure
On the Menu: Your client will love this sweet, refreshing treat for the feet. The pineapple jelly footbath helps eliminate odor and discoloration, the zesty orange scrub exfoliates, and the mandarin and mango-scented foot mask ensures deep penetration of rich emollients that will leave her feet supple and smooth.
by Tracy Rubert