
Trends and Hot Products at ABS Chicago
America's Beauty Show dedicated a large section of the show floor to the Nails Central. NAILS editors interviewed some key exhibitors to find out what's flying off the shelves.

America's Beauty Show dedicated a large section of the show floor to the Nails Central. NAILS editors interviewed some key exhibitors to find out what's flying off the shelves.

The event held at McCormick Place West in downtown Chicago also presented its first Nails Central, a hub packed with suppliers, educators, and demos.

See the nail looks that we spotted at America’s Beauty Show.

Respected industry scientist Doug Schoon is acknowledging important industry innovations with an annual award.

Beauty professionals braved the snow for America’s Beauty Show in Chicago on March 21-23 at McCormick Place. Events included the Beauty Changes Lives fashion presentation honoring Leo Passage, an emphasis on healthy living, a day for students, and a cameo by members of the Backstreet Boys. Plan on attending this show next year March 12-14, 2016.
Doug Schoon created a new industry award for industry innovation.

Famous Names — makers of the professional-grade nail strengthening treatment IBX — has introduced two new training courses designed to help its distributors, both international and domestic, as they educate their customers on the nuances of the product in order to maximize results

The 95% organic product is designed to deliver flexibility, toughness, and shine to the natural nail.

Famous Names duo Linda and Jim Nordstrom gave thanks to their global distributors and awarded three top suppliers with plaques of appreciation.

Famous Names asked users of its IBX System to post before and after pictures of their clients’ nails onto its Facebook page.
Nail manufacturer Lucien Henderson is attending nail school and instead of being an exhibitor at ABS Chicago, he went as a student this year.
America’s Beauty Show in Chicago this year was hoppin'...and so was Famous Names' new product!

Famous Names introduces IBX (comprised of IBX and IBX Repair), a new system that provides a shield against damage commonly associated with the soak-off process.

The West Coast's largest shopping and education event for beauty professionals took place on January 25-27 at the Long Beach Convention Center.

Learn more about IBX System, a new professional-grade nail strengthener and protective shield from Famous Names.

NAILS Readers’ Choice Awards turns 10! We’ve tallied the votes and are happy to announce the winners of the 2013 NAILS Readers’ Choice Awards.

The International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach, held January 26-28, is billed as the West Coast’s largest and most influential total beauty event. Produced by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), the ISSE concept has evolved beyond the traditional “hair” show to really incorporate a diverse exhibitor base covering hair, nails, cosmetics, esthetics, wellness, massage, and advanced education. More than 400 beauty brands were on display for nearly 40,000 beauty professionals in attendance. ISSE Long Beach 2014 will be held January 25-27.