Technique
Vicki Peters Demonstrates the VP Safety Bit
Vicki Peters has redesigned the popular VP Safety bit for full nail contouring and cuticle work.
Pina Colada Pedicure
Give your clients a day in the tropics using these aromatic pedicure products spiked with coconut, mango, honey and rum!
Gentlemen's Rock Pedicure
This male-friendly pedicure includes an earthy scrub and exfoliation followed by a pleasurable reflexology massage.
Showcasing Nail Art in Digital Frames
Digital frames can store hundreds of nail art photos, run a clear, continual slideshow of your work, and some can even organize pictures into themed albums and show video clips.
Just Say "WOW"
A good manicure or pedicure should make clients feel special and pampered. Some services push the boundaries in terms of techniques, ingredients, and price to make them exceptional. Take a look at these services that go above and beyond.
Gel Fills by the Numbers
It’s been a couple of weeks since your client left the salon with a shiny new set of gel enhancements. Her busy fingers have washed dishes, made beds, surfed the Internet, and clicked the seatbelt, leaving her in need of your professional services to bring them back to their original beauty and balance. Embrace the ease and forgiveness of gel with this basic gel fill routine.
Wile the Competition Like a Filing Magician
Filing is so important to nail appearance, and with the advent of e-files, the techniques for hand-filing can be easily forgotten. Excellent hand-filing skills can help a competition tech rise above the pack, while everyday techs can woo clients with a deft hand and light touch.
Who You Gonna Call?
CND Hotline Administrator Dede Hardy takes a moment to answer the question she hears most often from callers.
Cloud 9
Nails by Laura Russell, Dolce Salon & Spa, Scottsdale, Ariz.
New Law Lets California Immediately Put Nail Salons on Probation
Since the California State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology began enforcing new law AB 409 on Feb. 15, 10 nail salons have already been placed on immediate probation for pedicure stations that don't meet sanitation requirements.
Forever Yours Gel Polish
Ibd’s new Forever Yours Gel Polish Collection offers three polishes plus three glitters for a perfect pairing every time.
Pink Cadi Electric File
INM offers premium quality professional electric nail filing with its Pink Cadi Electric File.
Callus Remover & Smoother
Water-resistant disks topped with a 60-grit working surface adhere to the bottom of the tub or shower.
Sample Product Packettes
Give clients a chance to sample Sparitual chakra care treatment products.
FootSpa
Footspa uses LED light therapy to reduce the appearance of veins and age spots on the skin.
Purple Passion
Nails by Shannon Chomanczuk, A Polished Image, New Windsor, N.Y.
Behind the Scenes: Happy Anniversary to Us!
For NAILS’ 25th anniversary issue — our silver anniversary — veteran technician Tom Bachik created these impressive high-gloss, chrome nails for our cover shoot.
by Hannah Lee