NAILS Salutes Artists & Visionaries

This year’s Nail Technician of the Year finalists wowed us with their expertise and dedication to the nail industry. On the next few pages, you’ll get to meet all six of them and find out why they’re among the best in the industry has to offer.

Custom Mixing Young Nails’ Kaleidoscope Gel Paint

Kaleidoscope Gel Paint from Young Nails is a nine-color collection made from the company’s Synergy Gel to give maximum coverage.

Rescue Natural Nail Clients With a Fiberglass Fix

Gene Juarez Salons & Spas offer fiberglass nail repairs as an add-on or standalone service.

My Little Pony Nail Design: Rainbow Dash

Naio Nails educator Kirsty Meakin shows us how to create designs based on My Little Pony. This video focuses on creating Rainbow Dash.

Christian Louboutin Inspired Matte Black Design with Water Droplets

Kirsty Meakin shows how to create nails based on Christian Louboutin shoes, perfect for adding that designer look to any occasion.

Declaring War Against Bad Nails

When Headliners Salon in Las Vegas was chosen to be one of six salons to compete in the August 16 Bang Tuesdays! Hair Wars, salon owner Tzigane Osborne put together a team of experts to create a whole look — including nail tech Joy Yavenue of Nails by Joy in Henderson, Nev.

NAILS 2014 Cover Tech Finalists

The 10 finalists for NAILS 2014 Cover Tech Contest have been chosen. Now it's UP TO YOU!

Bridal Ballerina Nail Tutorial with Gel Design (Part 2 of 2)

Naio Nails educator Kirsty Meakin shows how to create a bridal nail design, sculpting with acrylic and adding a gel design. Click here to watch part one.

NTNA S.6 Challenge 4: Love & Marriage Nail Art (Lorna)

or NTNA Challenge 4, sponsored by Tammy Taylor nails, contestants were asked to illustrate their favorite love story across 10 nail tips. Here is Lorna Andrew's entry. See all nine entries here.