
Remember: It's Just Paint
Award-winning nail tech Kathleen M. M. Ringwood-Wood of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. shares her tips on creating noteworthy nail art.

Award-winning nail tech Kathleen M. M. Ringwood-Wood of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. shares her tips on creating noteworthy nail art.

This year's winner spent six hours on her final design.

Japanese people place a high premium on personal appearance. Combined with plenty of disposable income, the typical Japanese consumer is able to dedicate substantial time and resources to her appearance. Beauty professionals reap the rewards of this interest and are well-compensated for their efforts.

Airbrushed St. Patrick's Day nail art

Airbrushed St. Patrick's Day nail art

Airbrushed St. Patrick's Day nail art
Elaine Watson, a nail tech and educator based in Tarzana, Calif., describes her technique for French fabric tips.

Created with customized Mosaic Powders and rhinestones, this jewel-encrusted design is simple to create and easy to wear.
Why do some clients opt for pink-and-whites while others like wearing funky nail art?

Nails by Yolanda Hernandez of Hair Today, Nails Tomorrow in Fresno, Calif.

Kaleidoscope Gel Paint from Young Nails is a nine-color collection made from the company’s Synergy Gel to give maximum coverage.

Watch the metamorphosis of your client's nails with this 3D butterfly design.

Nails by Mary Seitzinger, Nail Sensation in Columbus, Ohio.

Nails by Sayaka Sako of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.

Nails by MaeLing Parrish of Columbus, Ohio.

Nails by Sue Schultes of Bridgewater, N.J.

Colored acrylic powder is as versatile a medium as nail art paint, if not more so. From incredibly detailed designs to abstract stylings, the nail art possibilities are limitless. In the first part of a two-part series meant to illustrate the versatility of colored acrylic and showcase the talent of nail techs, we start you off with a few designs to experiment with.