Technique
OPI Traditional: Soft Salon Pink & White
OPI Traditional: Soft Salon Pink & White
OPI Clarite Odor & Track-Free Sculpt
OPI Clarite Odor & Track-Free Sculpt
Flower French
Nails by Jayne Berger, Cissna Park, Ill.
Eye Kandy's Glitter Eye Makeup Application
View a tradeshow demo of Eye Kandy's glitter cosmetics. These glitters can also be incorporated into nail art.
How to Keep Acrylic Liquid from Spilling
Amanda Dodge, of Nail Me in Spanish Fork, Utah, demonstrates a handy tip for how to keep your acrylic liquid from spilling.
U-Power Cordless E-file
Free your mind and hands with Kupa’s new U-Power Cordless E-file.
Nail Evolution by Star Nail
Star Nail’s Nail Evolution, consisting of a liquid monomer and bonding acrylic powder, is engineered for maximum bonding of acrylic to natural nails. Primer is not required,and Nail Evolution is guaranteed to not lift or yellow.
NSI Balance UV Gel System Body Builder Cover Pink
The Balance Body Builder gel has a thicker viscosity that allows for easy building of the upper arch. It cures to a high shine in 90 seconds and is perfect for warmer environments. Here’s how to do an extreme nail makeover with the Body Builder Cover Pink.
Treats for Everyone
At Sundrops Nail Spot, salon client-turned-owner Stephanie Coulston provides the services she remembers as a child.
by Thi Dao
Colonial Pedicure
Step-by-step from The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Va.
Silky Summer Shoes
Marie Claire featured a page of stunning, strappy satin heels — the perfect accessory to complete a hot summer outfit. What fingernails would you create for a client wearing these fabulous shoes?
E-file Extraordinaire
Step-by-steps for doing a backfill, smoothing calluses, surface shaping, and natural nail work. Plus, e-file tips and tricks.
The Benefit of Going Waterless
If you’ve never done a waterless manicure before, here’s a quick guide to going without the soak.
Behind the Scenes: It’s About Balance
A nail tech for 21 years, Bonnie Rios still gets excited about the nail industry. “I am constantly intrigued at the advances that occur over 10 little digits,” she says. But what really gets her excited is the art. “The ability to make each nail into a tiny self-expression that you can change at a whim is a great outlet for my creative side. And the bonus is I get paid to do it!”
by Hannah Lee
Take a Tip From ... NSI's Tina T. Albanese-Stauffer
NSI educator shares one of her best kept "little" money makers.
Salon Delivers De-Stress Dollars
What are some ideas I can use to create themed manicure and pedicure services?
I would like to offer themed manicures and pedicures for my clients. I want a relaxing spa atmosphere. What are some ideas I can use to create themed services?