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A modern spin on the classic 1950s “how to be a better housewife” tips, we’ve got you covered in...

Nail Design

How to Remove a Stain (Polish Preview: Fall 2009)

A modern spin on the classic 1950s “how to be a better housewife” tips, we’ve got you covered in common stain removal. And to put the final twist on it, we present you with a myriad of coffee, red wine, and lipstick stains all made out of this fall’s new polish collections.

"Priceless Rumors" by Darlene Sammons, Bei Capelli Salon and Spa, Chattanooga, Tenn. using China...

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Crafty Custom Colors

by Staff

Even with the multitude of polish colors out there, some techs and clients aren’t satisfied with the standard, stock options. Four techs have made sure their clients get a unique service and color by creating their own custom looks.

Split Decision
Martin used pink and white polish to hand-paint this abstract design.

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Love is in the Air - Expressive Valentine Designs

by Staff

Ah, Valentine’s Day. Your clients have love on their minds, and you want to create the perfect Valentine-themed designs to go along with their romantic moods. Four talented techs show us their Valentine’s Day nail art using only the colors red, pink, white, and silver.

The glamour and hope of post WWII returned to fashion in the form of bold beauty elements...

Nail Design

Fall 2009 Trends From the Fashion Week Runways

by Staff

From Feb. 13-20, New York Fashion Week showcased upcoming Fall trends. Here’s a closer look at some of the runway nails. This gallery is an expanded version of the article in the May 2009 issue of NAILS Magazine.

To celebrate 20 years of color, OPI has released “colorcopia,” a limited-time set of 12 lacquer...

Nail Design

Blast from the Past: OPI Brings Back 12 Lacquer Shades

by Staff

To celebrate 20 years of color, OPI has released “colorcopia,” a limited-time set of 12 lacquer shades from the company’s illustrious past.

Nail Design

Spring 2009 Polish Preview

by Staff

Looking to find out what colors are going to be hot this spring? Well look no further. We've got more than 100 colors for you to choose from

SOFT YET STRONG
Watabe used soft shades of peach, pink, and white as the base and made them...

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Toes in Pastels

by Staff

Get your clients in a pedicure mood by adding a touch of pastel on their toes. Not only do light shades of green, pink, peach, and blue go hand in hand with the season, they also help liven up toes with a soft dose of color.

A staple fall offering, brown is far from boring. From rich metallics and oranges to creamy...

Nail Design

Paper Dolls (Polish Preview: Fall 2006)

by Staff

Get back to your inner child with this month's fall polish preview. Not just for little girls, our paper dolls make dressing up your clients' nails as easy as child's play -- now snip to it!

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Mining for Color: Fall Colors Strike It Rich

by Staff

There's a sparkle and shine to the fall's latest nail polish colors. When we saw them all, we had a "gem" of an idea: to shoot the polishes as if they were creating the gemstones themselves.

The Winner: JULIE KANDALEC, Jenniffer & Co., Mentor, Ohio
Both sets of nails she did for our...

Nail Design

NAILS 2010 Cover Tech Contest: Double the Fun

by Judy Lessin

With the voting for this year’s winning cover tech image too close to call, NAILS has done something it’s never done before: We ran two different covers for the same issue. Some of you received an issue featuring black and pink striped nails on the cover and some of you got a blue and green plaid design. In either case, you’re enjoying the handiwork of Julie Kandalec of Jenniffer & Co. in Mentor, Ohio.

Show your clients how much you care about their well-being by giving them a gift this October to...

Wellness

Think Pink With These Breast Cancer Awareness Products

by Staff

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we can all make a difference with these special products from professional salon manufacturers. Click into our gallery to see how you can help raise awareness and raise funds.

Nail Design

The Next Generation of Polish

by Tim Crowley

The new crop of UV-cured brush-on gel polishes has set the industry abuzz. But what exactly is the technology behind these so-called hybrids, and how can they affect your business?