Five lucky readers can win the ENP Acrylic Pro Kit. ENP acrylic sculpting liquid monomer and co-polymer powders are formulated with the latest technology and colors for high performance. Low-odor monomer with a medium set time allows powders to absorb perfectly and bubble-free. A collection of colors provides everything you need to create perfect pink-and-white tips and overlays, sculptured nails, or ultimate acrylic French manicures.
Nail Veils by Su Laing are handcrafted, reusable nail jewelry made from delicate semi-precious bronze that can be formed to fit any unique nail bed. You can win a set of five Yellow Bronze Nail Veils like the ones worn by Katy Perry at her Killer Queen Perfume launch. Nail Veils are incredibly versatile and can be applied to natural nails with any kind of glue, embedded directly into acrylics, or set directly into gel-polish or thick top coat.
The Valentino Beauty Pure is a nail dust collector and an at-the-source air filtration system in one. One lucky reader can win this sleek, compact unit that eliminates nail dust and odor from any acrylic or gel system. The high-quality filter contains odor-absorbing 200% carbon. The variable fan control switch lets you set the powerful fan to your desired level and features a suppression noise filter.
An alternative to soaking off in acetone, Rain Nail Gel Nail Remover Jelly will quickly and easily remove soak-off gels, gel-polish, traditional polish, and glitter. Roughen the surface of the nail using a coarse nail file, apply the polish remover jelly to the nail, and wait 10 to 20 minutes before removing the gel. Fifteen readers can win.
Invented by a nail tech, the Client Armrest from Nail Props has two working heights attainable by simply flipping the armrest over. Six readers can win an armrest, which warms and relaxes clients’ arms and hands by placing them in a position easily reachable by nail techs. The warm armrest also eliminates crystallizing during application of acrylic. Use the Client Armrest to ease strain by ergonomically positioning the physical postures of both client and tech.
Catch a wave and surf on over to the It’s So Easy Summer Fun Nail Art Contest. The nail art brand invites fingertip fanatics from across the United States to share their best summer-themed nail creations this July, and enter to win cash or gift cards. The prizes are as follows: First earns $1,000 cash, second earns $500 cash, and third earns $250 cash. Twenty congratulations prizes will also be awarded in the form of $25 gift cards to shop at Sally Beauty Supply. To enter, participants must visit www.itssoeasynails.com on or after July 1 and upload one nail art look. The deadline to enter is July 31. On August 1, online voting will open up to nail enthusiasts to help their favorite design win. Voting ends on August 15 and the top 50 finalists will move forward to the finals. Judging will then be conducted by the It’s So Easy Professional Nail Art Team. Participants must be 16 or older to enter, and entries are limited to nail lacquer and nail art paint only — no embellishments allowed. For more information about the contest and to enter, visit It’s So Easy at www.itssoeasynails.com.
Three can win Galaxy’s Fast Set System Starter Kit #1. The Fast Set System is designed for speed and features low odor, self-leveling, and violet color. It’s UV stable with soft polymers for flexibility while working. The Pink Powder will match any skin tone. The White Lightning Powder is a vibrant white. The kit consists of Fast Set Liquid, Pink Powder, White Lightning Powder, and Primer.
One reader can win all four “flavors” of BCL SPA Gel Lotion from Bio Creative Labs along with an assortment of other BCL SPA products. Offering a truly organic experience, BCL SPA Gel Lotion instantly hydrates the skin for up to 24 hours. This calming moisturizer has dry touch technology, leaving skin feeling soft, fresh, and moisturized throughout the day. Containing argan oil from Morocco, BCL SPA Gel Lotion is available in four different flavors: Lavender, Milk + Honey with White Chocolate, Mandarin + Mango, and Lemongrass + Green Tea.
Are you ready for your close up? Paint a miniature portrait of yourself on a nail tip and you could win $100 from NAILS. The rules to enter the 2013 Self-Portrait Contest are simple: Using a photo as a guide, paint a portrait of yourself on a #1 nail tip. Submit both the nail tip and the photograph to arrive at NAILS by the deadline of July 11. Mail your entries to NAILS Self-Portrait Contest, 3520 Challenger St., Torrance, CA 90503. Don’t forget to include your name, salon name, address, phone number, and e-mail address. For more information, call (310) 533-2457 or e-mail judy.lessin@bobit.com.
Two readers can win a set of Noel Asmar Manicure and Treatment dishes in Frost White or Onyx Black. The ergonomic manicure bowls are comfortably designed to follow the hand’s natural resting position. The treatment dishes feature three small compartments — each holds 60 ml. of liquid allowing you to control portion amounts used for each service. Non-slip stoppers on the bottom of the accessories keep them in place while on your table.
