Techs get a "New Attitude"

Patti Labelle got it together in her famous song “New Attitude” and professed that, “I’ve tidied up my point of view, I’ve got a new attitude.” Unfortunately though, her song didn’t come with an instructional manual on how to change your attitude, so to help you freshen up your at-work outlook, we rounded up solutions from techs with their own tidy points of view.  

Season of Swag Giveaway Winners Announced

Thanks to our sponsors, NAILS Magazine brought the joy of nails to the holiday season by hosting the Season of Swag giveaway.

Day 224: Elegant Accent Nail Art

Kristine Thiessen, Gismondis Hair Skin and Nails Salon, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

NAILS and CND Announce Top 12 for Season 5 of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist

These 12 women will go on to compete in the landmark fifth season of NTNA.

How to Apply Swarovski Crystal Pixie

Gina Silvestro, USA Crystal Culture Director and Authorized Swarovski Instructor, demonstrates the proper application of Swarovski’s newest product created just for nails. Crystal Pixie is available in four colors and consists of tiny particles of round crystals mixed with tiny cut crystals which add a beautiful shine to nails. Here’s how you apply it: 1. Prep the nail and keep it thin because the product will add thickness to the nail which will also give it strength. For enhancements, thin out the nail slightly prior application of Pixie. 2. Apply one thin layer of Akzéntz Pro-Formance Adhere and cure. Apply Akzéntz Enhance Pink and cure. 3. Apply a layer of Akzéntz Bling On. Do not cure. 4. Sprinkle Crystal Pixie over the uncured layer of gel. Make sure to rotate the nail to get the crystals on the entire nail. 5. Remove any excess Pixie from the edges of the nail and tuck any stragglers inward to avoid the cuticle and the edge of the nail. 6. Gently pat down the crystals with a clean and dry brush to create set and secure the crystals in the gel for a smooth layer. Cure. 7. Cap the outer edges with Akzéntz Shine-On. Cure. For more information, visit www.gelessentialz.com. 

Lights-Out

Apply the product between color and a top coat to add a fun effect to any design.

Nail Art Studio: Girly Graffiti

This city-inspired nail is suited for the edgey client. 

NAILS Magazine - September 2003

Swarovski Launches New Product Specifically for Nails

Bling-obsessed nail techs can now integrate the luxury of Swarovski into their services with Crystal Pixie.