Week Three: Going the Extra Mile

This week I have been doing some extra training aside from nails.  Here in the U.K., it’s expected that nail salons provide beauty and tanning services too. You’ve got to be a triple threat!

Week 3: Learning About Paraffin

I enjoyed my time spent with family over the long weekend, but all I can think about right now is learning nails!

Day 282:Hallo-Bling Nail Art

Christie Gabaldon, Sweet Justice Nailz, Albuquerque, N.M.

Day 81: 3-D Sparkle Nail Art

Janet Schneider, The Nail Fairy, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Weeks 5 and 6: 3-D Nail Art and Other Surprises

I started Week 5 knowing that we were having a nail competition on Thursday, and even though I am still fairly green at doing nails, all new students were expected to participate.

Week 30: Mock Interviews and the Final Countdown

It’s been such a long journey, from being excited and feeling unstoppable to being tired and exhausted and feeling like I couldn’t do it anymore. Now, every day that passes and I get closer to my graduation date I get more and more energy.

3-D Gel Rose Nail Art Tutorial

Learn how to create a 3-D rose using thick builder gel and a liner brush. 

Day 300: Pointy Pumpkin Nail Art

Marcelle Tuckley, Birmingham, England

Day 20: 3-D and Embedded Rose Nail Art

Tricia Rogers, Plymouth, UK