A History of Nails

Allure's September 2012 issue featured a timeline of nail styles throughout history, starting in ancient Egypt and ending with nail decals and 3-D nail art. 

A Decade of Debbie

In July 1994, NAILS’ Internet correspondent Debbie Doerrlamm launched the nail industry in to the computer age by creating a message board for nail techs on America Online.

Day 327: Thanksgiving to Christmas Nail Art

Jaime DeViva, Nail'd by Jaime, Westover, Md.

Rethink Your Wardrobe This Fall

It’s “back to school” season for so many of you. I know that a lot of states have already started classes at universities and local schools. Here in Minnesota, our kids don’t return to public schools

The End Is In Sight

I now have under a 100 hours left to complete my program. Only 6 pedicures, 2 finals and about 4 weeks stand between me and graduation. I am so excited!We had a new group of students

The 40-Day Challenge

With only slightly more than 40 days left in the year, how do you want 2008 to end? We’ve all had those great resolutions in the past. Oh there’s always the usual ones: lose weight, quit

Before and After Salon Renovation (with Photos!)

Three weeks open, and things are pretty normal. My clients can't believe the place looks like it does, especially since the last place was pretty colorless. I'm happy and relieved now that I'm out of the

The NAILS Annual Holiday Letter

I know some people find them annoying, but personally, I like to get those long newsy holiday letters from infrequently seen friends and relatives. Here’s the holiday letter from the NAILS family.

Week 8: Celebrating My Birthday and My Hard Work

I have officially pre-applied to take my state boards. One can only hope that despite how slow the Board of Cosmetology has been at getting dates back to students, I will end up with a date