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Industry News

Removing Yellow Nail Stains

by Staff

Nothing removes yellow stains from nails like a little lemon, says Self Magazine.

For Students

How Flexible Should You Be with Non-Traditional Students?

by Judy Lessin

Not everybody has the resources to be the perfect student despite their best intentions. That means sometimes students have to miss class when their kids’ babysitter flakes or they neglect to turn in their homework because they have to work late at their full-time job. We asked nail school instructors to tell us: How flexible should you be when accommodating non-traditional students?

Nail Design

ISSE 2013: Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer

by Staff

Morgan Haile and Taylor Daniel take us through the first look at the new Morgan Taylor line of professional nail lacquer, previewed at the International Salon and Spa Expo in Long Beach, Calif.

Industry News

The All-purpose Polish

by Staff

It's always good to remember the multifaceted power of clear polish around the house, says Good Housekeeping 's March issue.

Technique

Troubleshooter: Removing Gel-Polish with Safety Bit

by Staff

In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows how to remove gel-polish using a safety bit, a bit designed with a smooth bald top to prevent nail techs from cutting their clients during the removal or refinement of enhancements.

Nail Design

On Film: Nail Art Documentary Released

by Sree Roy

The 35-minute documentary is the work of a Los Angeles-based filmmaker named Brass, who wanted to explore how nail art has evolved from the streets to high fashion.

Technique

Gelish Spring Gel-Polish Colors

Hand & Nail Harmony

Embrace the warmth of the season with a palette of bright and cheerful color.

TW Nail Technology Inc. is located in Fishkill, N.Y.

For Students

Salon by Day, Nail School by Night

by Brittni Rubin

Situated in the back of a popular New York Salon, TW Nail Technology Inc. offers a 16-week nail program for nascent nail techs featuring intimate class sizes, practical workshops, and one-on-one attention.

Technique

Troubleshooter: Snakeskin Effect

by Staff

In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows how to create a snakeskin-like effect using gel-polish and a dotting tool.

Business

30 Timeless Tips for Thriving in the Nail Industry

by Staff

NAILS Magazine has made it to our 30th anniversary — and we want to help you get to your 30th career anniversary too! We present 30 timeless tips, culled from our three decades of experience, to help you build your book, run your nail salon, and, dare we say it, retire.

Nail Design

Six New Glitter Polish Colors

China Glaze

The Glitz — Bitz ‘N Pieces collection contains stunning new glitters to turn heads.

Technique

Troubleshooter: Negative Spacing Technique

by Staff

In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Young Nails educator Tracey Reierson shows how to create a layered "Negative Spacing" effect using the glitter press technique, a black top coat, and a nail art brush.