Technique
Editor's Note: They Always Change Their Minds
When we interview models for the photo shoots for our magazine covers, they're always adamant about what they will and will not let us put on their nails. But when they see their beautiful, natural-looking sets, they usually want to keep the nails on.
Ingrown Nails Are Preventable
Ingrown nails are most common on the big toes because people wear tight shoes that press on the skin around the big toe, jamming it into the side of the nail.
The New Age of Natural Manicure
Today’s natural nail care client wants a lot more than neat cuticles and polished nails. She wants a service that fits her healthy lifestyle---one that takes care of her nail problems and makes her feel good all over.
A Golden Opportunity: Adding Tanning and Waxing
With proper equipment, skin care education, and product knowledge, you can offer tanning services so your clients can sport the summer-resort look year-round.
Woo Clients With Custom Pedicures
We’re all hard on our feet, but you can show clients how to undo the abuse with custom pedicure packages.
Full-Service Salon Owners Look to Nails for New Profit Centers
At a recent Intercoiffure gathering, top full-service salon owners share insights on the promise of their nail businesses.
Debunking the Fungus Myth
Fungal infections of the fingernail are relatively rare and can only be treated with internal prescription medications.
Wraps Can Do It All
Use a wrap system to strengthen or repair natural nails or as a beautifully thin and strong artificial extension.
Troubleshooting Gels
Avoiding allergic reactions and lifting with gel systems is a matter of precision and correct technique.
Prevent Product Crystallization During Cold Weather
Try electric mitts, heating pads, or even a mug warmer to keep acrylic from crystallizing during the winter.
A Primer on Primer
By using the right application technique and following safety guidelines, you can make primer burn a thing of the past.
by Sree Roy
Ask Vicki: Vicki Peters Answers Your Technical Questions
Nail technician and NAILS Magazine show manager Vicki Peters answers readers' technical questions.
Making the Product Switch
Ease the transition to a new product by knowing what you want, learning how to get it, and testing your results.
The Drilling Duel
The subject of electric filling systems generates a lot of emotional heat – some technicians say these time-saving tools are a necessity, others see them as client turnoffs.
Picture Perfect Polish
How does this complex chemical formula create such great-looking nails?
Paraffin Service: When to Add It, How to Sell It
Paraffin service profits please the nail technician as much as the service pleases the client.
Ask Vicki: Vicki Peters Answers Your Technical Questions
In this bimonthly column, nail technician and NAILS Magazine Shows manager Vicki Peters answers readers’ technical questions.