
before and after: nail makeover gallery
Our readers perform makeovers every day. Here, we gathered a gallery of “before” and “after” photos from NAILS’ readers and manufacturers. See just what’s possible with skills and the right tools.
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Our readers perform makeovers every day. Here, we gathered a gallery of “before” and “after” photos from NAILS’ readers and manufacturers. See just what’s possible with skills and the right tools.








Offering discounts can sometimes turn out to be more trouble than it’s worth, but if done correctly, discounting can translate into increased loyalty, bigger service tickets, and more retail sales. Learn the right and wrong ways to offer special pricing.
19-year-old Polish-born nail tech Anika Rybicka often draws inspiration from nature, especially animals and landscapes.
Nail tech and Akzentz educator Jennifer Ho had struggled with her weight for years. Two years ago, she decided to reinvent herself by changing her lifestyle for good through fitness, nutrition, and setting small achievable goals that added up to big success.
Profiles co-founders Ami McClure and Traci Dungan bring their experience as nail competitors, salon professionals, and educators to those working in their salon family in Cape Coral, Fla.
When 26-year-old nail tech Justin Lundeen realized the negative effects that sitting all day was having on his body, he decided to make health and fitness a priority. Find out how he transformed his physique and found a new passion along the way.
After becoming a salon owner, Delane Sims wanted to help others succeed too, so in 1999 she began inviting struggling mothers to work at her salon and assisting them with their needs.
Salon owner Eric Fisher figured out a way to take the sting out of firing impossible-to-please clients: Give them a gift card for another salon.
Cassandra Clark of Tangerine Salon & Spa in Coppell, Texas, was named NAHA’s Nail Professional of the Year.
The publishing world is celebrating little girls’ love of nails with a new series of books targeting 7- to 10-year-olds