The Aging Foot

Our feet — along with our activities— change as we mature. From hereditary problems to injuries, our feet often take a pounding the older we get. Help your clients take care of their feet throughout their lifetime to ensure good foot health into old age.

BFFmel Shares Highlights from Foot Forward’s Morning Session

So, what was it like to be at the Foot Forward Summit you ask? I would love to give you a peek!

Consumer Foot Care Survey: Women's Habits and Attitudes

Our survey reveals consumers’ attitudes, habits, and needs when it comes to caring for their feet.

Acrylic Nail Reactions

“The Nail Doctor” is a monthly health column written by Orville J. Stone, M.D., a dermatologist who specializes in diseases of the nail. This column is intended as a guide to help you recognize and understand common nail conditions. Remember, however, that your job as a nail technician is to beautify the nails, not to diagnose or treat physical ailments.

Great Expectations

When nail technicians are asked to create their ideal products, their responses range from the practical to the fantastic.

The Help Desk Answers Your Technical Questions

This month our panel helps our readers with creating perfect smile lines, detached nails and fungus. 

The Nail Doctor

My nail ripped off in childhood. The surface is rough, wavy, and uneven. It seems more sensitive than my other nails. Is it more susceptible to nail fungus or disorders?

New Laser Technique Tackles Onychomycosis

The photo on the right shows the patient after two CoolBreeze treatments. Onychomycosis, or fungal infection of the nail and nail bed, is the most common of all diseases of the nails in adults, says Dr. Krista

Are Artificial Nails Safe?

NAILS offers common questions and answers that you can share directly with your clients.