Technique
How to Create Your Own Pedicure Platform
Elevating clients for feet-focused services generally improves nail tech ergonomics, as you don’t have to hunch over to do close-up work. And building your own set-up means you can design and decorate it however you want. (Hello, purple paint and glitter!)
Solid 14K Gold Posted Nail Charms
For those clients for whom no nail design is too extravagant, carry Solid 14K Gold Posted Nail Charms by Nail Art a la Carte.
Spider-Man Mask Nail Art
OPI showcases this Spider-Man mask nail art design inspired by Sony Pictures’ The Amazing Spider-Man movie.
Circles and Squares
Diane Self uses Nubar products to encapsulate this nail art design.
Summer Neon
Neon yellow is the base for this perfect summer nail by Oanh Le.
Spider-Man Blue Moon Nail Art
OPI showcases this Spider-Man blue moon nail art design inspired by Sony Pictures’ The Amazing Spider-Man movie.
Spider-Man Spidey Web Nail Art
OPI showcases this Spider-Man spidey web nail art design inspired by Sony Pictures’ The Amazing Spider-Man movie.
CND Shellac Nail Art How-Tos
Learn how to create a tie dye design, an abstract flower, whimisical circles, and purple leopard print, all using CND Shellac. Related Videos: CND Additives Nail Art How-To Cover Look: NAILS October 2011
Nubar Gelicure Gel-Polish
Nubar’s soak-off gel-polish, Gelicure, cures quickly in UV or LED lights and applies like nail polish with a lasting high-gloss finish that shines for over three weeks. The gels do not chip or peel, and they soak off in just 15 minutes.
Troubleshooter: Gel-Polish Application
Holly Schippers shows how to properly apply gel-polish.
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.
On My Mind: In Search of the Perfect Nail
Editor Hannah Lee finds that the perfect nail is impossible as well as subjective, but every nail tech should still strive for the best.
by Hannah Lee
Independence Day Acrylic
Brandy Williams uses glitter acrylic to create Fourth of July nail art.
Get a [More Ergonomic] Grip
According to Young Nails’ Greg Salo, the most ergonomic way to do this is with an over-grip.
Podiatrist Formulates Natural Foot Cream and Nail Oil
New York City-based podiatrist Dr. Krista Archer has launched her own line of ARCH skin products, which use natural ingredients to heal and moisturize dry, cracked feet and protect the nails.
Troubleshooter: Acrylic Overlays
Vicki Peters shows how to overlay a tip with clear and pink acrylic.
Trend Watch: Kaleidoscopic
Symmetrical and colorful, these prints are similar to what you viewed looking through a kaleidoscope as a kid.
by Sree Roy