Technique
Attracting a College Crowd
College students are a new and interesting demographic for nail salons to target.
How to Use Kupa Bits for Backfills
Kupa has created a bit that makes backfills easier and faster.
Fill or Start Fresh?
To find out what circumstances do warrant a fresh full set, we asked two nail techs known for their high standards when they fill and when they remove.
No Pinching
Simple tip to keep the creation of a great C-curve from hurting the client.
Absolute Reconstruction Pink by OPI
New Absolute Reconstruction Pink acrylic powder arms nail techs against flat nail beds, short nail bed, bitten nails, and otherwise imperfect nail beds. Reconstruction Pink offers ideal opacity in a skin-flattering pink that’s formulated for camouflaging imperfections and creating the illusion of long, graceful nail beds. Here, reconstruction Pink used to elongate a short nail bed.
Kupa Bits for Backfills
Kupa inc., a leading manufacturer of electric files and carbide bits, has created a new bit that bakes backfilling easier and faster. This custom one-of-a-kind design comes in K Cut (silver) and Z Coat, which is a gold-plated finish. The barrel carbide bit is wider at the top, allowing the technician precision cutting with less pressure.
Entity Nail Couture Pink-and-White Nails
Entity Nail Couture is a complete line of nail studio products developed to put the skills and science of professional nail care in the service of nail technicians. Here, Entity products are used to create a sophisticated pink-and -white enhancement.
Colorado Deals with E-File Training Fraud
The Colorado Office of Barber and Cosmetology Licensure has cracked down on two schools for issuing fraudulent electric file certificates in violation of Rule 9 of the office’s rules and regulations.
Pedicure Bath Concerns Continue to Vex Industry
More than 130 people in the San Jose, Calif., area have reported bacterial infections after receiving pedicures at several salons.
Expand Your Repertoire by Learning to Create Fabric Nails
Elaine Watson, a nail tech and educator based in Tarzana, Calif., describes her technique for French fabric tips.
SpaRitual Chroma Guide Color Harmony Ritual
Use this distinctive system to harness the power of color in your client's life.
Custom Mixing Young Nails’ Kaleidoscope Gel Paint
Kaleidoscope Gel Paint from Young Nails is a nine-color collection made from the company’s Synergy Gel to give maximum coverage.
Bacterial Infections Continue to Plague Pedicure Clients
Several San Jose, Calif.-area nail salons are currently under investigation after more than 50 people were affected by a bacterial infection after receiving pedicures.
10 New Tech Troubles
Think nobody knows the troubles you’ve seen? In fact, the problems facing new techs are predictable and preventable. Read on for the cures to 10 common newbie nail woes.
Raw Earth SpaPedicure by CreativeSpa
Try this earthy pedicure from CND using the Raw Earth System.
3D Gel Nail Art by NSI
Watch the metamorphosis of your client's nails with this 3D butterfly design.
Get Ready to Compete
Technicians are often afraid or intimidated when it comes to entering a nail competition. Oftentimes, it is simply because they don’t know what to expect. These helpful tips are exactly what a new competitor needs to rise to the challenge.