A Tale of Inspiration

Blaming many of the problems in the nail industry in California on foreign immigrants who enter the market and undercut prices, run unlicensed salons, and shoddy work is easy.But a closer look at the person behind the stereotype can be revealing. 

With a Cherry on Top

Nails by Anh “Anime” Nguyen, Nails Image, Norfolk, Va.

Start With the End in Mind

The secret to success is simple: Start with the end in mind and take daily steps to get there. Such is the case of Jonathan Khoi, a salon in Maumee, Ohio, that transformed from a salon of yesterday to a spa of the future.

PBA Announces 2019 North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) Finalists

The Professional Beauty Association has announced the 2019 NAHA competition finalists in 16 categories, including Nail Professional of the Year.

Prom Promotion

Prom is expensive. That’s why Khai Nguyen, owner of Koi Nails in Ellicott City, Md., has had such success with the salon’s $30 prom package.

Nail Salon Manager Competes on "Survivor: Cook Islands"

Stop That Thief: Preventing Crime In Your Salon

Beauty salons are no strangers to robberies and thefts, if recent headlines are any indication. Avoid making your business a target by safeguarding your salon, your employees — and yourself.

Fancy French

This wavy glitter acrylic French design by Kenneth Vu is perfect for the discerning client.

Nail Art Studio: Punk Rock Spikes

Make your nails match the electric feel of rock music with stripes, spikes, and rhinestones.