Wellness
The Restorer Salon Air Cleaner
The Restorer Salon Air Cleaner from CCT Industries reduces gases and odors produced by nail and hair services.
Towelettes
Working on the hands and feet can cause skin to become dry, so Frais Towelettes are perfect for nail technicians because they instantly rehydrate the skin back to its natural beauty.
Acupressure Tools Reduce Muscle Exhaustion in Techs
Help is at hand for techs who suffer from overworked, tired, and sore muscles. The Hand, Foot & Body Massage Tools Professional Kit from The Nail Superstore is comprised of nine ergonomically correct massage tools to be used during manicures, pedicures, or body massage.
Offer An Alternative to Tanning Beds
spite repeated warnings from dermatologists on the health dangers of tanning, results of a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) confirmed that a large percentage of Caucasian teen girls and young women are still using tanning beds or intentionally tanning outdoors.
Refreshing Mint Anti-Spray
Nouveau Nail’s Refreshing Mint Anti-Spray is an anti-fungal prep spray that also dehydrates the natural nail for polish or enhancement prep.
Green Tea and Bamboo Ultra Body Crème
Body Drench’s green tea and bamboo Ultra Body Crème is the perfect remedy for extra dry skin.
Julep Nail Parlors: Powered by Girlfriends
Julep Nail Parlors are proud to donate $1 from the sale of every Julep Nail Vernis to organizations that empower women. Please join us by going to our Facebook page to learn more and vote each month for where our Powered by Girlfriends dollars should go.
Eco-Friendly Polish Remover
LA Fresh introduces a brand new acetone-free nail polish remover that is made of a 100% biodegradable pad.
Spilo Worldwide Gives Back
Every year, Spilo Worldwide offers its customers a selection of pink products to support Breast Cancer Research.
Secret Ingredient: Acrylic Liquid
Monomer is a Greek term that means “one part” or “one unit.” (Mono means “one”; mer means “unit.”) But beyond “monomer,” what is the liquid that we use day in and day out? We’ve listed the ingredients necessary in every formula, regardless of manufacturer.
Mini Lavender
The all-new Mini Lavender from Gulfstream consists of a burnito wood laminated base and portable basin.
On My Mind: Is Human Trafficking a Nail Industry Issue?
Sure, human trafficking might not be a subject you expect to see in the pages of NAILS, but it is happening in some nail salons right here in the United States. And thanks to one New York-based salon owner who is shedding light on the sad situation, maybe as an industry we can take a stand and do something about it.
by Hannah Lee
Under the Microscope: Onycholysis
Onycholysis is a condition that causes nails to separate from the nail bed. If addressed quickly, this common nail disorder poses no danger to clients.
A Conversation With a Salon Inspector
Owner of Salon Inspector LLC, Monika Herzog Butler has made it her mission to educate salon employees on the whys behind the sanitation rules and to instill a sense of pride when it comes to the quality of their services.
Entity Nanotechnology Products
An overview of Entity's products that use nanotechnology to maximize skin hydration and rejuvenation, and achieve better gel performance.
Remove Calluses in Half the Time
Forget hand-filing on the feet. Invented by a board-certified foot surgeon, the new Eliminer Callus Removal System is a safe and effortless power-driven filing system that quickly smoothes out calluses.
Prevent Bacteria in Your Salon
Shape featured a woman’s story about her battle with MRSA.