
More Is More - Junk Nails: When Maximalism Meets Nail Art
Junk nails continue to steal the spotlight within the professional beauty industry.
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Junk nails continue to steal the spotlight within the professional beauty industry.








For Christian Cowan’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, the designer drew inspiration from classic feminine silhouettes, reimagined with a cool edge and unexpected textures.
The nails-only trade show welcomed 700 beauty professionals for education, shopping, networking and one unforgettable Smokies surprise.
Check out these photos of our guests at the NAILS Next Top Nail Artist finale party, held on Jan. 26, Sunday night at Café Sevilla in Long Beach, Calif.
You know nail tech Lauren Wireman of Wildflowers Nails in Cape Coral, Fla., as the first runner-up in the inaugural NAILS Next Top Nail Artist competition. One of her wins was the CND challenge that included a chance to work with the brand at Fashion Week. Wireman shares her story from the Design Lab in New York City of what it was like to be a part of the CND A-Team for a few days.
A Texas man and woman pleaded guilty on Monday to operating a significant under-the-table cash payroll at their nationwide nail salon business.
The nine-year industry veteran from Florida (by way of Japan) dedicated every free moment to completing each of the weekly challenges. Her artistic skills, attention to detail, and love of her craft helped her win the title of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist.
Please join us as we crown this year’s NAILS Next Top Nail Artist sponsored by Gelish at a cocktail reception on Sunday, Jan. 26, from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at Café Sevilla in Long Beach. Information and a limited number of tickets are available at nailsmag.com/ntnaparty. ISSE Long Beach: http://probeauty.org/isselbNAILS Next Top Nail Artist: http://ntna.nailsmag.com
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