Iowa Targets 550 Salons in Inspection Campaign

The most common violation  was unlicensed service providers, says state board inspectors. 

A Dollar-and-Cents Case for a Nail Career

 I’d like to show that a nail care career offers an excellent option for career-oriented high-schoolers and those considering a career switch. The dollar figures make a compelling case for a nail care career.

The Bare Bones on Bunions

Bunions are one of the most common foot ailments, with women suffering from them at a higher rate than men. Although they don’t disappear once they form, there are ways to alleviate the pain and swelling, including surgery in some cases.

Ten Ways to Make Over a Service

Because it's the "Makeover Issue" we're recommending that give your service menu the once-over and see what you can do to jazz it up. 

We Have Liftoff - Troubleshooting Lifting Causes

We’ve compiled the many possible causes of lifting along with some handy solutions to take some of the guesswork out of your work.

Your Basic Manicure: Five Ways to Polish

Polishing is the last step to a perfect manicure and the last thing your client sees between visits here are five ways to apply polish.

Twice as Old, Half as Wise?

As we celebrate 20 years, what have we learned as an industry?

The Techniques of Filing

Which type of file is better: the classic abrasive or an electric one? That’s a question that can have nail techs debating for days. One thing’s for sure, however— both do their duties well.

Magician Doesn’t Slight His Hands

Magician Penn Jillette wears red polish on only one finger ... for three reasons.