A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert: October 2014
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern talks about some of the conditions that cause the appearance of stripes, bands, and ridges on the nails.
Chemist's Corner: Quick Dry Drops and Sprays
NAILS spoke to industry scientist, Doug Schoon to find out the basics behind the formulas that speed up the nail polish drying process.
Herbatherapy
Duri Cosmetics’ Herbatherapy contains a blend of natural herbs, extracts, and oils to nourish and moisturize both nails and cuticles as it promotes and supports nail growth.
Be a Nail Know-It-All
Did you know that nail problems make up about 10% of all dermatological conditions? It’s true, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
NASN Offers Scholarship for Medical Nail Tech Program
The National Aesthetics Spa Network (NASN) is offering scholarships for advanced education courses to spa professionals who wish to increase their knowledge and skills.
A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert: July 2014
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern encounters patients dealing with psoriasis; red, spotted lunula; lichen planus; myxoid cyst; and chemotherapy affecting the nails.
Something to Talk About: Ingrown Toenails
Pesky and painful, ingrown toenails are often the result of improper filing or ill-fitting shoes. Here are a few ways to deal with this common culprit.
Something to Talk About: Pseudomonas
Known behind the desk as “green spots,” pseudomonas is easily treated and simple to explain. Help your client learn to manage greenies so she can avoid an interruption in nail services.
Touch N’Grow Plus
Touch N’Grow Nail hardener Plus Formula 2 by Probelle is made with garlic and lime, which hardens and strengthens the nails while protecting them from fungus.
Critical Care
Jessica Cosmetics presents Critical Care, a formula for anyone suffering from soft, weak, and brittle nails that are too unhealthy to grow.
NAILS' 10 Most-Viewed Questions Answered
Straight A’s for Our Top Q’s: With topics ranging from private label retail to proper mix ratios, nailsmag.com’s 10 most-viewed questions cover a lot of ground.
A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert: Fungal Infections
In response to several questions from readers, Dr. Stern is addressing the topic of fungal infections of the nail and its treatment in this month’s column.
Turning Back the Hands of Time
It’s said that hands show our age before anything else.
Onychatrophia
Onychatrophia is a wasting away of the nails that is generally permanent.
Paraffin for Younger, Vibrant Skin
Spa Revolutions’ PerfectSense Paraffin combines total portability and electricity-free heating, refreshing aromatherapy, and powerful formulas designed to address a multitude of skin care needs.
Nail Tech Made: Tammy’s Tender Touch Lotion
Created by veteran nail technician Tammy Howard, Tammy’s Tender Touch Lotion is a natural moisturizer that helps hydrate and nourish all skin types.
Multi Active Nail Strengthener
The Multi Active Nail Strengthener from Revere Cosmetics features a twofold strengthening formula that activates multibinding sites that promote the formation of the keratin protein which builds the nail.