Technique
NAILgasm Documentary Trailer
Enter the house of manicures with in-progress documentary by Brass called "NAILSgasm", exploring how nail art has evolved from the streets to high fashion and has exploded to everywhere in between in just the past few years. The filmmaker plans to research and share the recent demand for nail designs and also focus on the extraordinary creativity of each nail artist she interviews. For more information, visit the film's Kickstarter page.
Sweet Orange Creamsicle Pedicure
Unscented products are blended with sweet orange oil, orange zest, and vanilla in this pedicure that will remind your clients of the frozen treat with the same name.
NailGrafx Application
NailGrafx by Sha-Nail Japan is a new product of delicate, photo-quality prints that fit and conform to nail surfaces with no wrinkles to make interesting and easy nail art designs.
CND Shellac Power Polish Pedicure
CND’s UV-cured power polish Shellac adds excitement for both nail techs and customers alike.
Warm Cherry Almond SpaManicure by CND
CND's Jan Arnold walks you through a signature service that's "comfort food for the senses, with a feel-good vibe of a gourmet bakeshop."
Marbled March Madness
These green-sparkled toes feature both gel marbleizing as well as pressed green glitter to make for a fun-looking St. Patrick’s Day pedi.
Sole Survivor Foot Therapy Kit
Scandle has expanded its commitment to providing eco-friendly products through the introduction of sustainable and fair-trade beauty accessories and other spa treats.
5 Tips for Glamorizing Nails
Colleen Campbell, a Brooklyn, N.Y.-based manicurist with agency The JoeStar Group offers these tips for creating glamorous nails with bling
Gella Gel Polish ENP EzNails
From Ez Nails comes ENP Gella Soak-Off Gel Polish. Available in more than 50 colors, the gels go on easily like polish, soak off quickly, and cure in both LED and UV gel lamps.
Cracks, Callus, and Dry Skin Treatments from Gehwol
Foot care company Gehwol shares how to use its products to heal clients' heel cracks, callus, and dry skin conditions.
Kupa Inc.'s Beautiful Nails Spring Color Acrylics
This demonstration features the Beautiful Nails Spring Collection of color powders, for a spring-time fade nail design.
Gehwol Foot Care Introduction
In the footcare industry for over 140 years, Gehwol strives to provide accessible solutions for all of the most common foot care needs. The company aims to reach a large audience and educate consumers on how to interpret their everyday foot problems. This video takes you through Gehwol's extensive range of foot care products and specialized treatments (including its professional only products), plus its salon and spa equipment line.
Defenders of the Feet
Ask a nail student what she thinks about touching strangers’ feet and you’re likely to get a grimace. But somehow, as their careers progress, most nail techs learn to love feet. We asked a group of techs who specialize in pedicures to tell us how their love affair with feet began and what they do that’s so special.
Deluxe Delights
It’s OK to drool a bit when you read over decadent salon menus. Here are a handful of tempting treats dished out by fellow nail professionals.
Follow the Rainbow
Follow Stephanie Berry's St. Patrick's Day rainbow to nail art gold.
OPI Nail Envy: An Ideal Base coat
NYC-based DJ Harley Viera-Newton's nail painting ritual always starts with OPI Nail Envy because it contains protein and calcium to strengthen brittle nails.
Pot of Gold French
Cassi Banning creates a French that's perfect for St. Patrick's Day.