Bridal Shower Nail Art

Ryoko Garcia of Bella Day Spa and Salon in Navarre, Fla., shows how to make this bridal shower nail art design.

Tip of the Month

Salon puts down heating pads under towels to keep clients’ hands nice and toasty.

“20/20” Hindsight

Did the media finally get it right? The nail community debates the merits of the long-awaited story on MM A usage that aired on the ABC news magazine show “20/20.”

Roundup: What's Your Work/Life Balance?

We asked some of you about your work/life balance. About how much time do you spend weekly working on your daily classroom presentations during your off-hours? How do you balance that time with your personal life? Here are the answers.

Fellowship Program Yields Inspiration, Motivation, Kinship

Recently, salon owner Sheera Gersh received a unique opportunity to immerse herself in the worldwide nail scene by networking with other nail artists from 21 countries.

ISSE Part 1

We’ve had a little bit of time to get back into the swing of things at the office after the busy week surrounding the International Salon and Spa Expo (ISSE). So now that I’ve had a

The Help Desk

Sometimes the best answers to technical questions are from your peers. In this bimonthly column, respected nail veterans from across the country tackle reader questions, ranging from how to care for the natural nail after removing enhancements to preventing nails from turning yellow under a UV light, to avoiding air bubbles between the nail and the tip. Have a technical problem you can’t solve? Send it by fax to (310) 533-2504, or mail to NAILS Help Desk, 21061 S.Western Ave.,Torrance, CA 90501, or e-mail us at nails-mag@bobit.com.

Have Tools, Will Travel

Ever dream of getting out from behind the desk? Changes in the service industry have opened new opportunities to techs who want to stay in the business, but who crave variety in their environment.

Mani Monday: OPI Color Paints

OPI introduces their new Color Paints line of polish.