Technique
Homing in on Hair Removal
Summer’s almost here. Are you ready for the influx of clients who will want to be waxed, tweezed, and threaded of unsightly hair in time for their beach vacations? NAILS provides the information you need to consider supplementing your menu with this easy add-on service — for this summer’s clients and beyond.
by Sree Roy
Hand-Decorated Cell Phone Cases
Why limit your artistry to nails alone? These techs found another outlet for their creative juices by decorating their smart phone cases..
Artistic Nail Design Announces Rock Hard World Tour
To support its new Rock Hard line of enhancements, Artistic Nail Design is launching the Rock Hard World Tour. Nail techs all over the world will have the opportunity to train with world-renowned Artistic Nail Design Educators. The tour kicks off in Las Vegas on June 25-26 with stops in Bangkok, Sydney, Sao Paulo, New Brunswick, Kansas City, Moscow, Los Angeles, Calgary, London, Melbourne, Vancouver, Orlando, Amsterdam, Toronto, and Dallas.
Troubleshooter: Black Matte with Glossy Design
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows how to do a high-shine nail art design on top of a black matte background.
Shellac Sweet Dreams Collection
The new pastel colors can be worn on their own or layered to create a “never ending dream” of colors.
Troubleshooter: Galaxy Nails - Part 3 of 3 - Finish Filing
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows the final step toward creating the innovative "Galaxy Nail" design. Galaxy Nails Part 1 | Galaxy Nails Part 2
Behind the Scenes: Pretty Pinwheel Nails From April 2013 Cover
Light Elegance educator Darcy Olin shows you how to get this month's cover look.
by Hannah Lee
Gel II Reaction Color-Changing Gels
La Palm Products’ Gel II has a new color-changing gel collection, Reaction.
A Pirate’s Heart
By applying watercolor paint on top of a gel enhancement, Kari McQuitty creates a layered effect, making her designs really stand out.
Designer Stilettos
Founder of Designer Nail Products (DNP), Pam Sawyer-Thompson, shows how to make a glitter and confetti frosted stiletto design
Nail Polish Appliques
These fun and whimsical designs include a pattern of pouty lips in pink and red and a lustrous multi-colored glitter with pink, purple, and silver sparkles.
Minx Underwear Application with Gel-Polish
From the makers of Minx (solid nail coatings) comes Minx Underwear, a flirtatious way to use Minx in easy nail art creations.
Diamond Manicure
Natura Bissé products help create the high-end vibe of this luxury manicure at Spa Palazzo.
Chocolate Decadence Manicure
Keyano Aromatics products are used in this delicious manicure by Leo's On Chocolate Salon and Spa.
Troubleshooter: Galaxy Nails - Part 2 of 3 - Applying Black
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows the second step toward creating the innovative "Galaxy Nail" design. Galaxy Nails Part 1 | Galaxy Nails Part 3
Helpful Hints on Proper Gel-Polish Removal
With the biggest problem being inadequate soak-off times and nail damage during subsequent forced gel removal, there are some things you can do to help expedite the soak-off process without compromising effectiveness.
by Tim Crowley
Troubleshooter: Galaxy Nails - Part 1 of 3 - Applying Pink
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows the first step toward creating the innovative "Galaxy Nail" design. Galaxy Nails Part 2 | Galaxy Nails Part 3