Salon Fanatic Tour Day 7: Columbus, Ohio
Columbus is a college town that is home to two sidewalk-based salons that benefit from the young crowd always on the run.
Columbus is a college town that is home to two sidewalk-based salons that benefit from the young crowd always on the run.
Omaha is home to up-and-coming nail art studios featuring some of the rising stars in the industry.
Applications came in from around the globe as the only online nail art competition for professionals asked to see the best that the industry had to offer. Many answered the call, but only 24 semi-finalists could be chosen.
Win a huge bag of mystery goodies from brands like Orly, IBD, Tweezerman, Swarovski, and more!
NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4 Winner Tracey Lee shares a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Tracey Lee (@traceyleenails), the winner of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4, shows how to create her June 2017 cover of NAILS Magazine with an edge nail shape.Here is a photo tutorial on how to create the acrylic elephant nails on her Nail Art Gallery: http://nailartgallery.nailsmag.com/traceyleenails/photo/454827/ntna-challenge-4-minx/user (See step #9.) You Might Also Like: Behind the Scenes: Tracey Lee's 3-D Floral Edge Gel Nails

Haute Hodgepodge: Learn how to create this month's cover look by 2017's NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Tracey Lee.

The current champion urges you to apply for Season 5

Tracey Lee is not new to the nail industry. She has done everything from teaching to judging to vlogging, but now she can say she has truly done it all. The Eindhoven, Netherlands-based tech flew to Chicago in March where she was crowned the champion of Season 4.

I have learned almost everything I know about being part of a team from working here at NAILS.

The extravagant designs of nail art competitions aren't always practical for everyday wear, but they can be amazing inspiration for wearable nail art. Learn how the industry’s top nail artists take their award-winning designs down a notch for everyday clients.

Competing is one of the best ways to hone your craft and get noticed. In the world of nails, there are many opportunities to showcase your talents and grow as a result. We talked to some regulars on the competition circuit to find out what you’ll need to know if you want to compete — and possibly win big.
The deadline to enter NTNA S.5 is Aug. 1, 2017. NAILS Magazine contributing editor and NTNA Season 3 winner Winnie Huang offers a few tips on making better nail art tutorials. These tips will come in handy for entering this year's NAILS Next Top Nail Artist NTNA competition! Do you have what it takes?We’re looking for the next set of competitors for NTNA Season 5, professional nail techs who are inspired, creative, reliable, and up for a challenge. In addition to being artistically inclined, you also must be able to take high-res digital photos and short videos. Since we’re looking for the NEXT top nail artist, you can’t currently be affiliated with a professional nail manufacturer. Visit http://www.nailsmag.com/ntnas5application for instructions on how to apply.NTNA Frequently asked questions:http://www.nailsmag.com/blogpost/118155/nails-next-top-nail-artist-frequently-asked-questions
The application for the fifth season of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist is now live. I have had the pleasure of working on NTNA for the last four years, and in so doing, have come across some common questions. I thought I would address them here, in case you were wondering.
It’s time for you to take your game to the next level, step out of your comfort zone, and apply to NAILS Next Top Nail Artist.

NAILS’ Next Top Nail Artist is searching for licensed nail techs of all experience levels who have that “it” factor. Does one of your recent nail program graduates fit the bill?

Liina Leino from Helsinko, Finland, takes viewers on a personal journey with her through Chicago during her whirlwind adventure as a Top 3 contestant during NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4.