Raised by Wolves

So I spent the weekend attending the “first annual Rockstarz Nail Extravaganza” hosted by Melissa Garcia, our local Young Nails distributor. A great many stories come to mind when I think back on all the years I’ve

NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Top 24 Semifinalists Announced

The top 24 semifinalists in NAILS Next Top Nail Artist contest sponsored by Gelish have been selected. In its first year, NAILS Next Top Nail Artist garnered entries from around the world. The high caliber of nail art submissions and video diaries put the pressure on our judges to select the cream of the crop for this reality show-inspired contest.

35 Nail Techs Who Changed the Industry

In honor of NAILS’ 35th anniversary, we’ve come up with a list of 35 nail techs who’ve had a positive and lasting effect on our industry. Which name means the most to you and your career?

40 Years Ago, Bringing Beauty to China Was a Revolutionary Act

"The political climate led to suspicion of our true motives; could we really be spies?"

Cuccio Takes Gel Technique to Honduras

Last week Cuccio held an educational event in Tegucigalpa, Honduras.

InternatioNAILS: Mexico and Central America: Nails Are Hot and Getting Hotter

Increases in disposable income translate into more clients enjoying colorful nails south of the U.S. border.

Universal Companies Opens New Wellness & Beauty Learning Center

Virginia-based spa distributor Universal Companies unveiled its first-of-its-kind Wellness & Beauty Learning Center, located in Torrance, Calif., with a grand opening on Monday, February 22.

New York City's 'The Nail Salon'

Teamwork provides the key to this salon's established success

When Art Meets Business, Work’s a Vacation

Eimsuk Arminio combines a background in commercial art and a love of nails to make her work successful beyond the salon.