On My Mind: Lessons From a Legend

NAILS editor Hannah Lee shares her memories of industry icon Vicki Peters.

Essie Unveils Flagship in Hollywood

The Painted Nail is now the home of the premiere Essie salon right in the heart of Los Angeles.

Week Ten: I Made It!

Nail school happened so fast — the experiences I’ve had while obtaining my licenses have been completely amazing, but it’s been a whirlwind!

Why Students Should Attend Industry Trade Shows

At trade shows, students will observe manufacturers doing innovative demonstrations. Top nail product manufacturers hire some of the most knowledgeable nail techs in the country to work the trade show floor, so it’s the ideal place for new students to learn all about the business of doing nails.

NYFW: Lauren Wireman Does Jan Arnold’s Nails

Lauren Wireman traveled to New York Fashion Week to assist CND nail artists creating runway nails. She ended up also getting the opportunity to design NYFW nails for CND co-founder Jan Arnold. 

That’s a Wrap at the Sydney Expo

Fashion and nails collide at the Sydney Expo and Holly goes sightseeing while in Australia. 

Save the Nails with the Nail Snorkel

Ever been told you need to let nails breathe? We've figured out the perfect solution. 

Nail Art How To: Sugar Skulls

After getting multiple tutorial requests, Holly and friends created a sugar skull nail art how-to video. 

Meet the First U.S Crystal Culture Stylist Team

Gina Sylvestro and Viv Simmonds from Australia have worked to create an education program around using Swarovski crystals in the salon.