Wellness
The Nail Doctor Live!
Salon owners and nail technicians from all over the world came to hear their favorite dermatologist discuss everything you need to know about nail disorders.
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor is back with advice for how to handle those pesky white spots.
Reader to Reader: What is your Salon's Smoking Policy?
We asked our readers how they handle it when a client wants to light up.
Green Monsters
Fungal infections of the nails are to nail salons what Elvis sightings are to the National Enquirer — rumored to be everywhere but with no documented proof.
All the News That's Fit to Print [Understanding EMA Safety Issues]
I have learned one thing about nail technicians: They want the truth about the products they use and they can tell when they're getting it.
NIOSH Studies EMA
Artificial nail products are composed of various chemicals. The main ingredient for most artificial nail products is ethyl methacrylate (KMA). In 1974 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned a similar chemical, methyl methacrylate (MMA), for use in nail products because of its harmful effects during application. Despite the FDA ban, MMA is still found in trace amounts in some products.
No Animals Allowed
Animals have no business in the salon, and for some beauty manufacturers, they have no business in research laboratories, either.
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor is back to discuss nail biting and malalignment.
As I See It: Breast Cancer: A Democratic Disease
The truth is, you’re never too young, too old, too rich, too poor; or too healthy to develop breast cancer.
Hoping to the Beat Odds
When salon owner Lesa Perry was diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 31, she was in disbelief. She credits her family, friends, coworkers, and clients for being there every step of the way of her difficult journey.
Preventing Diseases in the Salon
The chances of contracting AIDS or tuberculosis in the salon are slim to none. It’s the little, everyday illnesses—like the flu and the common cold—nail technicians need to watch out for.
Gel Formation
Gels are highly sensitive and tricky to produce. Keeping strict control over temperature and environment is critical for product quality.
The MMA Controversy
The nail industry is beginning to understand the dangers of methyl methacrylate. But more nail technicians need to take action.
Shampoo and Enlightenment - Getting My Aura Read
I think of myself as open-minded and I’m willing to listen when someone tells me they can help me understand myself better.
Product Shelf Life, Storage, and Disposal
Make most of your product investment by knowing how long product last, how to store them for optimum freshness and safety, and how to dispose of them when necessary.
Inside A UV Light
Thanks to technology old heavy UV lamps have given way to today's sleek and quick models. Their production is subjected to rigorous quality control.
Pedicures for the Older Set
NAILS talked with respected podiatrist Dr. Godfrey Mix about the adjustments needed in procedures of foot care and the elderly.