Day 42: Konad Hearts Nail Art

Leanne McAndrew, Gel N’ More Nails (Invermere, B.C., Canada)

Pink and White and French All Over

The Paris-inspired salon The Pampered Girl is co-owned by friends and former coworkers Christina Yang and Alexandra Armstead. In divvying up the responsibilities and bringing new ideas to the table, they’re finding that two heads are better than one.

On My Mind: Is Your Salon a Party Spot?

Here are some ideas on how to make your salon the "IT" place to party.

Minx Creates Bridal Nail Styles

Minx Nail Coverings are best known for their fashion-forward metallic and edgy designs, but the nail coatings are also available in custom lace styles that are ideal for brides.

Week 7: Becoming the “It” Place to Party

These days, most salons offer party packages of some type or another. You may service the occasional bridal or birthday party, or maybe you market a “Girl’s Night Out” party package for clients to book with their friends, but have you fully tapped into the party market? Have you ever thought about actually throwing the party yourself?

Behind the Scenes: It’s About Balance

A nail tech for 21 years, Bonnie Rios still gets excited about the nail industry. “I am constantly intrigued at the advances that occur over 10 little digits,” she says. But what really gets her excited is the art. “The ability to make each nail into a tiny self-expression that you can change at a whim is a great outlet for my creative side. And the bonus is I get paid to do it!”

From Russia, With Love

Check out these step-by-step nail art designs with international appeal. They were created by students at the award-winning Russian School of Nail Enhancement OleHouse in Moscow.

What Nails Do Techs Wear to Their Own Weddings?

I’m sure most of you could testify to what a huge business brides and bridal parties are to your business. After all, weddings are a huge deal, and (speaking strictly as a bridesmaid here) the perfect

Try a Soak-Free Foot Fix

Here's a step-by-step instruction for the Pillow Pedicure.