Just a Thought

So the holidays are upon us once again. No matter which ones you celebrate (and I say celebrate them all!), this time of year offers some big occasion to make sure you are stressed out to

Show Us Your...Clever Nail Art Display

You’ve got the chops as a nail artist, now it’s time to show off that talent. Check out these clever ways to showcase what you do best.

Gifting in Style: Gift Certificates

A round-up of gift certificates from seven stylish salons.

The Electric File Is Our Friend

It’s hard to overcome a history of adversity, but today’s electric files have come a long way, baby. With some patience and practice, techs can get a lot of help from this handy tool.

Spa-worthy Tips for an At-home Pedicure

Allure offers 10 great tips for getting the perfect spa-worthy pedicure right at home.

Earn More, Save Time, and Delight Clients With the Right Salon POS System

Cash is no longer king: the time and effort spent on handling cash can cost up to 15% of each sale’s value. That’s where having a salon POS (point of sale) system comes in.

Happy Birthday, Barbie!

This year an American icon turned 50. And to help celebrate Barbie’s big day, we asked nail techs to honor her in their art. Cheers to you, Barbie, you look as good as ever!

Never Too Old for Nail Art

Lucky magazine answered a pertinent nail art question from a curious reader in its July 2012 issue.

Beautiful People: Charlotte Knight

Allure's July 2014 issue discusses Ciaté owner Charlotte Knight's approaches to her unique polishes.