Technique
How-To: Iridescent Stiletto Swirl
This tutorial shows you how to encapsulate glitter acrylic to add dimension and shine to get a hot look.
19 Foot Care Systems for Summer-Ready Feet
With these complete foot care systems, you can get your clients ready to take on the summer.
Seashore Ombré Gel II Tutorial
Gel II shows how to create a design fit for the beach with a sponge technique and water marbling technique.
How-To: Chrome Mirror Nails by Mia Secret
Mia Secret introduces Chrome Mirror Nail Liquid specially formulated with a metallic pigment for a reflective finish. Pair the chrome color with Mia Secret Luxury UV base and top gel-polish for maximum results, otherwise, the shine will only last for two hours. Here’s how you apply it: 1. Prep the nail and dehydrate the surface. 2. Apply a base coat and cure. Wipe off the inhibition layer. 3. Apply Chrome Mirror fast-drying nail liquid until you reach desired opacity. 4. Seal the reflective effect with UV top coat and cure. Wipe off the inhibition layer. For more information, visit www.miasecretnails.com
Embedded Acrylic for the Flower Girl
Jen Fetty of Middleton, Idaho, shares how to embed dried flowers for a nail look that’s meant to be worn outdoors.
Luraco IMD Nail Drill Controller (Tiếng Việt)
Here is the Luraco Intelligent Medical Drill (IMD) Portable Nail Drill Controller, explained in Vietnamese.
VPP Hydro Gel: Art In the Bottle
VPP's Hydro Gel is the easy solution for nail art and doesn't require artistic skills to create cool effects. The soak-off system that can be used as regular gel-polish with VPP Base, two coats of Hydro Gel and VPP Top Coat. However, when used over VPP's Metallic Gel, the hydro gel colors will transform into a water-like effect, spreading and changing a few shades lighter, creating unique patterns. Cure time is 30 seconds in an LED and one minute in a UV (min. 9W) light.
VPP Hydro Gel: Rose Nail Art
VPP's Hydro Gel is soak-off system that can be used as regular gel-polish with VPP Base, two coats of Hydro Gel and VPP Top Coat. However, when used over VPP's Metallic Gel, the hydro gel colors will transform into a water-like effect, spreading and changing a few shades lighter, creating unique patterns.
VPP Hydro Gel Nail Art
VPP's Hydro Gel is soak-off system that can be used as regular gel-polish with VPP Base, two coats of Hydro Gel and VPP Top Coat. However, when used over VPP's Metallic Gel, the hydro gel colors will transform into a water-like effect, spreading and changing a few shades lighter, creating unique patterns.
A Summertime Treat for the Feet
You can help clients beat the heat this summer with the Popsicle Pedicure from Glo Girl Body Products.
Keratin Gloves and Socks
Bodipure Keratin Gloves and Socks are not only simple to use, they’ll save you time because you can skip the hand or foot soak.
ManiSavers
Newly launched ManiSavers manicure gloves hold in moisture while warming clients’ hands.
Balm and Lotion
Invented by a nurse, Happy Feet and Body Formula TX is a two-part system that works to relax, soothe, hydrate, and reduce aches and swelling by improving circulation.
Footlogix Duo Hydrates Feet Fast
Using Footlogix Callus Softener and Professional Stainless Steel Pedicure File, you can transform your clients’ feet, delivering long-lasting results in as little as 10 minutes.
Signature Service: Key Lime Spa Gel Pedicure
On the Menu: Treat your client to a refreshing break for her feet with this soothing citrus spa treatment. She will enjoy the zesty essence of lime while her feet are exfoliated and moisturized, and she’ll leave with fun and flirty summer colors on her toes.
by Tracy Rubert
Signature Service: The Pinot Noir Pedicure
On the Menu:This service especially for male clients will relax and pamper. A therapeutic champagne soak will exfoliate dry, neglected skin and nails, and hot towels and a massage will rejuvenate tired feet.
by Tracy Rubert
National Barefoot Day With Footnanny
Footnanny founder Gloria Williams appeared on KTLA 5 Morning News to celebrate National Barefoot Day, giving pedicures to anchors Mark Kriski and Jessica Holmes.