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Etsy.com, the ever-growing online marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of handmade goods, is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind items for your salon.

Etsy.com, the ever-growing online marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of handmade goods, is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind items for your salon.

R.S. Innovations has introduced a new version of the Wrist-Assist with a larger cushion.

Made by nail techs for nail techs, Nailology’s manuicure products are made with an intoxicating blend of oils and minerals to revitalize skin and replenish the senses.
Big. Bold. Bright. Color. That’s what we thought when we opened the 2010 spring polish collections. This season’s new nail colors are the brightest, boldest, most vibrant hues we’ve seen in years. So instead of showing you a few colors from each collection (which frankly wouldn’t do them justice), we decided to showcase the collections in full so you can get the same dramatic effect. For once, we have no props, no gimmicks, no stories — we’re simply letting the colors speak for themselves.

Passion is contagious, and at least several students at Michael’s School of Beauty can testify to this fact.


Polish and shoe color that go together? That’s what’s new on the trend reports…

Bird and feather-related prints and designs are flying off of retail shelves.

As animal prints come back en vogue, the style pubs are making it their mission to help readers understand that it’s chic to wear…and best in small doses.

Everyone's talking about gels these days. Nail professionals always want to stay on top of the latest trends, but many of them have a hard time understanding the gel process. Breaking down the steps involved in a gel application will help you determine whether you'd like to offer these services.

Nail techs have more than just nails through which they showcase their creative talents. Take a look at products they make at home and sell at their salons.
Dearborn Heights, Mich.-based nail technician Ruth Windsor, has written a pedicure manual for techs who want to take their services to the next level.

A pattern of crisscrossed horizontal and vertical bands in varying colors.

Dashing Diva’s renowned nail tech Alisha Rimando shares several of her favorite holiday nail looks.

A revitalization of the fashion trends popularized by the counterculture group of the '60s and '70s, including peace symbols and tie-dye.

A rugged durable twill fabric that is most popular in navy.

Increase your client's comfort while reducing your muscle fatigue with this innovative product.