Nail Tech Event of the Smokies Commences With Gala

The 11th annual Nail Tech Event of the Smokies took place at the Gatlinburg, Tenn., Convention Center July 7- 9, with many techs bringing along their families for some vacation fun.

Proposed California Law Fails to Exempt Nail and Skin Care Professionals From Booth Rental Restrictions

Under proposed legislation, only hair service providers would be exempted from new independent contractor guidelines that severely limit booth rental in California.

The Help Desk

Sometimes the best answers to technical questions are from your peers. In this bimonthly column, respected nail veterans from across the country tackle reader questions ranging from the cause of problem lifting to chronic nail pickers to proper paraffin equipment.

NAILS Magazine - September 2010

Blueprint of a First Year

Opening your first salon can be the most exciting time of your life — but it can also be the most challenging. Robbie Schaeffer lets you in on the trials and tribulations of opening Rob|b: An OPI Concept Salon.

I Taught Them Everything They Know!

I’ve really wanted to talk about the HRTE (High Road to Education) event I attended in San Jose, Calif., last weekend — except now I think it’s two weekends ago? *sigh*  In case you have been

OPI's George Schaeffer Raises $5M, Marries, and Parties with Al Green and Aretha Franklin

This year's City of Hope Spirit of Life Award honoree was OPI's George Schaeffer. At a party in his honor this past Saturday night, more than 1,700 guests were treated to the soulful stylings of Reverend Al Green and Aretha Franklin. And true to Schaeffer's gift for surprise, we all also got to see him marry his long-time girlfriend Irina Afzal.

The High Road to Education Returns With Record Numbers

More than 60 nail professionals came together for a weekend of education and social interaction at the High Road to Education (HRTE) Buffalo on September 14-15.

An Old-Fashioned Combination

With its relaxing atmosphere and attention to detail, Academy of Nails attracts plenty of clients and nail students.