Making It Your Own: Creating Custom Services Out of Pedicure Systems

Many nail manufacturers offer all-encompassing kits for manicures and pedicures, which can easily be turned into signature services at a salon.

French Fill Bit

Ronia Hutchinson of Salon Oasis in Boca Raton, Fla., explains how she does these clean-cut backfill lines, using a little otherworldly help from a “UFO” bit.

New Nail Polish Remover Offered by Magic Sculptura

“A real time saver, this device takes her polish off, not yours. This handy product is a must for every beauty salon, nail salon, and can make the perfect gift for those quick polish changes at home.”

How Products Work: Fiberglass

Here's a quick lesson in the chemistry and physics of fiberglass wrap systems.

Scentsory Appeal

Scent sells, as witnessed in the multitude of scented products currently on the market. From soap to body lotion, all which appeals to our sense of smell is happening if you haven’t tapped into this trend, you might want to consider adding some scent into your services (or salon).

Podiatrist Formulates Natural Foot Cream and Nail Oil

New York City-based podiatrist Dr. Krista Archer has launched her own line of ARCH skin products, which use natural ingredients to heal and moisturize dry, cracked feet and protect the nails.

Magical Nail Makeovers

We may not be magicians, but nail technicians can create what our clients think is "magic." The most dramatic illusions are achieved on clients with nails that are bitten, ski-jump-shaped, fan-shaped, or flat.

Filling with Finesse

Behind the Scenes: A Work of Art

Inspired by artist Dale Chihuly’s sculptural glass works (particularly the ceiling piece Fiori di Como in Las Vegas’ Bellagio Hotel and Casino) we asked Columbus, Ohio-based nail tech MaeLing Parrish to recreate the design for this month’s cover model.