Technique
Antique Glass Nail Art Tutorial
Follow these steps to see how Ednice Nieves used gel-polish and gold foil over an acrylic set to create an antique glass effect mani.
Salve
The product cares for severely dry and cracked skin while stimulating the healing process.
High-Quality Stones
There are more than 50 styles, shapes, and colors to choose from.
CND Trains Next Generation at 2014 Boot Camp
A total 21 qualified “booties” graduated to become the next generations of CND Education Ambassadors.
Instantly Upgrade UV to LED
Now you can get access to faster curing times by swapping an old UV bulb with BSG’s Universal 6W LED bulb.
Create Custom Gel-Polish with Infinite Color Palette
A few simple steps will transform nearly any nail polish color into durable gel-polish that can last for weeks.
Tammy Taylor 12 Step Gel French Manicure and Fill
Tammy Taylor demonstrates how to do a durable pink-and-white French manicure gel procedure along with the fill-in when the French Manicure starts growing out. This procedure promotes stronger, longer natural nails, making it perfect for clients who love their Gel French manicure but don’t want to soak off, and for those who want to start growing their nails longer.
Sculpting on a Form with Entity One Gel
This video demonstrates how to sculpt on a form using Entity One Gel system.
Behind the Scenes: Icicle Snowglobe Nails
A Woman With Many Titles: This month's cover features icy nail art by Gina Silvestro from Cranston, R.I.
by Hannah Lee
9 Ways to Winterize Your Services
NAILS spoke to nail techs across the country to find out what they’re doing to entice customers during this season.
Pavé Crystal Nail Troubleshooting
A quick method to replace a lost or missing Pavé Crystal Nail stone.
Lure Unadventurous Clients with Easy Holiday Nail Art
Follow these steps and find out how you can convert your customer into the newest nail art lover.
Signature Services: Bourbon Cowgirl Pedicure
A Perfect Face Day Spa, Ocean City, Md. uses: FarmHouse Fresh Nectar Milk Bath Soak, Bourbon Bubbler Scrub, Honey Heel Glaze, Backcountry Caramel Body Milk Lotion; CND Vinylux, and Top Coat.
by Tracy Rubert
Signature Services: Sugar Plum & Spice Manicure
Chrysalis Salon & Spa, Oswego, Ill.uses: Eminence Lemon Cleanser, Almond and Mineral Treatment, Sugar Plum and Spice Tea, Sugar Plum Masque, Sugar Plum Soufflé Massage Cream, Wild Plum Tonique, Grape Antioxidant Serum.
by Tracy Rubert
Light Elegance Party Nail with the P+ Soak-off System
Give your clients more ways to sparkle this holiday season by offering the P+ Soak-off System featuring high-shine P+ soak-off glitter gel-polishes.
Double Take: Dual Licensing for a Competitive Edge
Have you thought about adding an esthetics license to your credentials? With dual licensing, you can increase your bottom line by offering both nail and skin care services, plus you’ll be that much more in demand by employers.
by Tracy Rubert
Jessica Cosmetics CEO Talks Treatments
Founder and CEO of Jessica Cosmetics International, Jessica Vartoughian believes nails must be cared for and maintained like the skin with a regimen unique to the individual.