A Warm Reception

Maggie and RhondaIt has a purple sign, but it’s not The Purple Pinkie.You may recall I've been "on vacation" as it were, spending a full week in the ridiculously green state of Pennsylvania. In fact, the

It's Only Natural

By supplementing the natural manicure with nail and cuticle care, massage, aromatic oils and lotions, and good old-fashioned client service, salons are attracting a loyal clientele.

ISSE 2012 Show Coverage

INM’s owner Garrett Kellenberger promoted INM’s new Gelavish Cure Gel LED Lamp, as well as new collections of Gelavish Gel Polish.The Bellissima International team was eager to showcase and demo their line of gels. From left

Leopard’s Changing Spots

Katie Pfaff adds brightly accented black spots for a fun animal print design.

Behind the Scenes of Nail Files Episode 4

On the latest episode of Nail Files, I decided to throw Walter an extravagant Russian-themed birthday party; and I wanted fancy restaurant Romanov’s as the venue. I really felt like I worked hard the past year

Buying the Goods

Where do you buy your products and supplies and why? We posed this question to salon owners, employees, and booth renters to get a feel for the buying habits of nail professionals.

Everything Old Is New Again ... Eventually

The BF and I have been working hard the last few weeks to put all our worldly possessions into boxes and then stack those boxes in the very small living room of the house we have

Partying at the Painted Nail

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Week Three and Four: Making Nail Friends

Nail school isn’t a competition, it’s a community. You need friends to make the experience one that’s worthwhile.