Oh, the Silly Things We Do

Have you ever fallen in front of a client or done something in the salon that made you turn bright red with embarrassment? Well, rest assured — you aren’t alone. These nail techs have had their share of challenging moments that made them feel just plain dumb or want to hide under their nail tables with shame. Read their experiences — we’re sure you’ll be able to relate.

Relationships: Keeping the Romance Alive

How do you keep the romance alive while keeping your business afloat?

She's Got the Nicest Nails in NASCAR

Julie Catalano gets her salon's logo placed on the No. 99 Office Depot Ford driven by NASCAR star Carl Edwards.

Day 211: Fanciful French Nail Art

Danielle Glass, Maple Creek, Saskatchewan, Canada

Day 230: Fimo Flowers and French Nails

Julia Barge, Nailz by Julez (Victoria, British Columbia, Canada)

NAILS Magazine - June 1987

Day 220: Summer Marble and Leaf Nail Art

Keren Clark, Savvy Chic Beauty, The Villages, Fla.

NYFW Nails: Essie for Opening Ceremony

For Opening Ceremony's Spring/Summer 2019 show, Julie Kandalec for Essie created bold negative space and gingham nail designs.

My Other Life: Katherine Fahrig, belly dancer

Katherine Fahrig, nail technician. In her other life: belly dancer.