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SEARCHDoug Schoon is a well-known chemist in the nail industry who has been instrumental in keeping nail techs, salon owners, and clients informed on important scientific findings regarding the nail industry.
Why click there?: Doug Schoon is a well-known chemist in the nail industry who has been instrumental in keeping nail techs, salon owners, and clients informed on important scientific findings regarding the nail industry. His website, SchoonScientific.com, continually puts out articles on the latest technologies in the nail industry, including the new LED lights and soak-off gel polishes. Here’s a sampling of one of his latest articles on the subject.
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"There is a lot of confusion about LED lamps; can they be used to properly cure any type of UV curing nail product? The answer is NO! It is true that all LED lamps create UV light and will ‘harden’ UV curable products, but unless the LED lamp was specifically designed to properly cure this particular UV nail product, don’t expect to achieve a proper cure."
-Doug Schoon
In Dubai, a salon visit isn’t an appointment. It’s a weekly routine, and clients can spend $800 to $1,400 a month on it, according to Gaurav Tripathi of MADI International. On October 6-8, 2026, the market behind those numbers opens its doors as Beautyworld Dubai marks its 30th edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together distributors, brands, stylists and salon owners from all over the world.
Entries are now open for the industry's most prestigious creative competition, marking the return of Nail Professional of the Year while celebrating the artistry that defines professional beauty.
MiniLuxe’s Donna Charloff shares the season’s most-requested nail art, the secrets to a polished bare manicure, and her trend predictions for fall.
Known for creating manicures worn by some of Hollywood's biggest stars, Ganzorigt incorporates this strengthening treatment into every service as the final step before clients leave the salon.
Premiere Orlando 2026 welcomed more than 54,500 visits from beauty professionals and students.
The Orlando-based nail technician will use the $5,000 prize from Booksy to upgrade her salon space and elevate the client experience.
Licensed beauty professionals can save on host hotel rates with group promo codes through June 9.
After seasons of barely-there manicures and minimalist nail looks, chrome is officially back in the spotlight.
CND is relaunching its SHELLAC system with a new CND Visible Light Lamp, updated packaging, and an expanded shade offering.
Aura Salonware is proud to announce its 2026 scholarship recipients. This first-time scholarship in partnership with the Professional Beauty Association awarded three different scholarships to support beauty professionals at every point in their professional journey.
