Under the Microscope: Pseudomonas
Familiar to nail techs because it can turn clients’ nails green, pseudomonas is a common bacteria that thrives in many environments.
Prevent Fungus in the First Place
Dr. Danzeisen and his partners developed Nourish, a line of enriched, anti-fungal nail lacquers and a nail treatment.
Under the Microscope: Exfoliative Keratolysis
Exfoliative keratolysis is a condition where the top layer of the skin perpetually peels due to a breakdown in the keratin that forms the epidermal tissue.
Under the Microscope: Paronychia
Paronychia is an infection that occurs when there is breakdown in the seal between the skin and the nail plate.
LCN Steps Up Foot Care With Urea 10%
LCN’s Urea 10% Foot series offers optimum care for very dry and sensitive skin. Known for its moisture-binding features, urea — or uric acid — is the main ingredient of the product line.
A Natural Alternative for Dark, Discolored Nails
A proprietary blend of citrus seed extracts, Citrusway Nail Solution is applied twice daily around and under the nail to combat darkened and discolored nails.
That Fungus May Not Be Your Fault
Dr. Robert A. Kornfeld, founder of the Institute for Integrative Podiatric Medicine, suggests that toenail fungus in actually the result of an internal fungal infection.
Under the Microscope: Ingrown Toenails
Common but painful, ingrown nails are often the result of poor care — and infection may follow.
Doug Schoon’s Brain DVD
Watch and listen while industry scientist Doug Schoon walks you through 10 episodes of the educational series “Doug Schoon’s Brain.”
New Medical Treatments for the Aging Hand
When it comes to revealing a person’s age, the back of the hand is more telling than the face and neck. In response, dermatologists are applying new technologies to add volume to the hand as well as remove dark brown age spots to reverse these telltale signs of aging.
Under the Microscope: Beau’s Lines
Beau’s lines are ridged or grooved lines that run horizontally across the nail.
Under the Microscope: Brittle Nails
Sometimes called onychorrhexis or onychoschizia, brittle nails peel, split, and break easily.
Membership Has Its Benefits
By becoming a member of the International Pedicure Association (IPA), nail techs can demonstrate to clients and peers their commitment to providing safe, professional pedicuring services.
After Artificial Kit
Nailtiques’ After Artificial Kit is a therapeutic treatment for nails recovering from acrylics, gels, and wraps.
Under the Microscope: Bunions
A bunion is a bump on the side of the foot caused by an enlargement of the first joint of the big toe.
A Day in the Life of a Nail Doctor
A New York City-based dermatologist specializing in nails, Dr. Dana Stern takes us on a tour of her day — complete with melanomas, onycholysis, paronychia, and more.
Under the Microscope: Eczema
Eczema is a chronic condition that is characterized by red, itchy, swollen rashes on the skin.