How to Achieve the Perfect Acrylic Mix Ratio

Getting the right mix of acrylic liquid and powder is crucial to creating long-lasting nails. Here are NAILS’ FingerNailFixer blogger and CND educator Holly Schippers top tips for achieving the perfect mix ratio.

Four Gel Application Tips From Amy Becker of Masterworks

Masterworks founder Amy Becker says these are four of her favorite tips for perfect gel application.

Amy Becker's Easy Way to Apply Mylar and Dried Flowers

Amy Becker of Masterworks by Amy Becker has a simple trick using plastic wrap for applying Mylar, feathers, dried flowers, and other art products that are difficult to apply because their edges stick out. 

Take a Tip From… Kokoist Educator Iori Iwaza

Kokoist educator Iori Iwaza lets gravity do the work for her when sculpting gel nails.

Behind the Scenes: Beaded Bouquet

If you love watching nail videos on YouTube, you’re probably a fan of Suzie Moskal. Her May cover is all about design placement and color inspired by a floral bouquet.

Ask an Editor: How Can I Get Featured in NAILS Magazine?

Another great question we get asked a lot is, “How can I get [myself, my salon, my nail art, my story, my services, my demos] to be featured in NAILS Magazine?” We are always (ALWAYS!) looking

Technique Tuesday: Encapsulated Seashells and Swirls

Nail tech Aly Barbosa offers a summer design idea using seashells and acrylic powders. 

E-Books for Nail Artists

In these e-books, you’ll find a lot of images, not just theory or plain text.

4 Lessons Learned at VBP’s Dream Team Class

VBP International teamed up with three industry all-stars to offer a day-long technique and business building workshop.