Salon Makeover: Before and After at Artistry of the Nail

When I visited Artistry of the Nail at Salon Shibumi in Portland, Ore., earlier this year, booth renter Dana Gonzalez-Kurtz hinted at a big interior design makeover to come. Having been at Salon Shibumi for more

As I See It: You Are the Artist

We knew we were going “out there” with this month's cover concept when we decided on it but it was so strikingly different that I was concerned we’d gotten too far afield.

Handling These Nails Can Be Quite the Project

When Pati Laubenstein, then owner of Pati’s nail Parlour in Phoenix, Arizona, received a phone call requesting a nail art appointment,  she was not exactly prepared for the outcome.

The Night Is Always Young at Nails After Dark

Dee Holland credits her prospering salon’s growth to midnight closings, a relaxed atmosphere, and self-assured technicians.

11 Nail Designs in Honor of the Kentucky Derby

Nail art that isn't horsing around

Design the Perfect Salon Studio to Align With Your Brand

 "Moving from a traditional salon to your own studio can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. No salon was EVER built in one day." Bianca Margolis shares how she figured out her vision for her salon and her business.

NYFW A/W 2016: Morgan Taylor for Zero + Maria Cornejo

As seen on Periscope: NAILS Magazine senior editor Beth Livesay interviews Morgan Taylor’s Morgan Haile, Taylor Daniel, and lead manicurist Danielle Candido about the concept, planning, and execution of the nails for Zero + Maria Cornejo NYFW A/W 16. Follow us on Periscope (@nailsmag) for a behind-the-scenes look into our world.

Play the Money Game to Save for Your Nail Education

Nanci Soltani shared a clever way of saving up so she can attend the nail cruise each year — it’s the Money Game.

Take Care of Your Health During the Holidays

It’s that time of year again: The holiday rush is upon us and hopefully your book is full and your days are busy. With that in mind, please take care of yourself!