Introducing the CND Luxe Loft: a Creative Space for Nail Techs

Welcome to the Luxe Loft, sponsored by CND. NAILS executive editor Beth Livesay and CND co-founder and style director Jan Arnold discuss the luxury of time and what an extra 15 minutes can mean for you, the nail tech. In the Luxe Loft, you'll meet talented nail techs who will show you tips and tricks to creating nail art with CND Shellac Luxe, as well as see them challenge each other to work together to create one nail art masterpiece. Learn more in the Luxe Loft. 

Young Nails Vlog #118: Gold Foil Stamped Metallic Pink Nails

Young Nails' Greg Salo creates this design using gold transfer foil, Caption polish, and the brand's new Everyday stamper collection.

A Wealth of Experience at NAILS Magazine

Over the years, NAILS has seen a number of staff members come and go. But we’ve also seen a good number come and stay. In our 30-year history, we’ve had 5 publishers, 6 top editors, and 17 art directors (14 of which were in the first decade). Here’s a look at our current team and how long each has been onboard.

Wildflowers Nails Black Diamond Chrome

Lauren Wireman of Wildflowers Nails demonstrates how to use her brand's Black Diamond Chrome.

CND Creative Play Turquoise Stone Nail Art Tutorial

Winnie Huang uses the "top coat drop" technique and a dotting tool to create this turquoise stone nail look.

NTNA S. 6 Challenge 9: Tropical Cocktail Nail Art (Nixxi)

For NTNA Challenge 9, sponsored by Gel II, contestants were asked to create a Hawaii-themed 3-D nail design across 10 nail tips (not shown on actual hands). The design must include a volcano. Here is Nixxi Rose’s entry. See all four entries here.

Rainbow Gel Nail Tutorial

Because Friendship is Magic! Follow Amanda Lenher's steps on creating a magical rainbow nail design, inspired by the new My Little Pony movie, using IBD Just Gel Polish colors: Post Holiday Blues (turquoise), Heedless to Say (purple), Rocco (yellow), Parisol (pink), Just Me n' Capri (green), Brazen Beat (orange), over the base color Carte Blanche (opaque white), and using the IBD Just Gel Polish no-cleanse top coat.

Starter Kit for Acrylic Nails

This kit comes with everything you need to apply acrylic nails including a how-to DVD, Liquid Mojo EMA and Odorless liquids, Peace Prep, Love Primer, and Harmony Cuticle Oil.

Young Nails Nail School: Creating a Smoky Nail With Acrylic

Greg Salo shows how to create a smoky effect using acrylic powder.