Technique
The Promise of Fiberglass
While acrylic has been around the longest, there will always be clients who choose not to have acrylic nails. Fiberglass is one way to answer their needs – and keep them as customers.
NO Sculpting, Primer, Heavy Filing, What More Could You Want in a Nail?
Simple steps for applying fiberglass systems.
Nail Technician's Construction Crew
Adhesives and activators help build up the nail, removers and solvents help tear it down.
Acrylics: 1970 1980
Since its origins in dentistry, acrylic for nails has improved steadily. What does the future hold for this product?
Fast and Fabulous
Applying acrylics fast requires mastery of the art of sculpture.
Ask Vicki: Vicki Peters Answers Your Technical Questions
Vicki Peters receives hundreds of phone calls from nail technicians who have questions about the art of competing. This month Peters answers the most frequently asked questions about competitions.
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Files (Now you don’t have to ask.)
Simply the one item you cannot do without, the file is the work horse of the nail salon. There is no nail service that you don’t use if for. It is probably your least expensive tool and it’s very likely the tool every one of your clients has at home. But as nail care has become more complicated and more sophisticated, so too even the simplest of implements.
The One-Hour Pedicure
Today’s pedicures are more than just manicures for feet.
Get Back to Basics: 30 Minutes to Perfect Natural Nails
Some nail technicians assume that natural manicures are unprofitable and not worth their time because they charge less for this service than for extensions or overlays. The path to profits, however, lies in you technical efficiency and the value of your add-on services.
Going Natural
Removing extensions is a tricky procedure; but when done right you keep the nail healthy and the client loyal.
The Not-So-Basic Manicure
With extras like paraffin and hand massage, natural manicures can be as profitable as extensions.
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.
Using Odorless Acrylics to Sculpt Without the Smell
Odorless acrylics may allow nail services where they’ve been taboo before.
Two in One Bottle to Go
Nail Capping: Gel Specialty Lures Natural Nail Client
“Capping” the natural nail by applying a coat of gel is a great way to get these women into the salon and provide them with the attractive, natural-looking nails they desire.
Ask Vicki: Vicki Peters Answers Your Technical Questions
In this bimonthly column, nail technician and NAILS Shows Manager Vicki Peters responds to readers' questions.
Extend Your Service Menu With Gels
Today's gel systems combine flexibility, strength, and plenty of profit potential