California Nail Techs Regain Right to Work Independently

Manicurists in California will once again regain their right to work independently as booth renters. Advocacy from the Professional Beauty Federation helped reverse an earlier decision.

Xtens Soft Gel Nail Extensions Tutorial

In this video, Paola Ponce demonstrates how to create nail extensions using Xtens nail tips.

CND in a Flash!

CND has launched its fastest system yet with the next generation of the CND Shellac brand 14+ day nail color system, featuring the New Xpress Top Coat and CND LED Lamp.

4 Ways Gel Xtensions Can Make Your Life Easier

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Give Clients Lush Lashes

With very little training or investment,  you can offer clients a new kind of enhancement service:  eyelash extensions.

Create Quicker French and Ombre Gel Extensions With Xtens Nail Tips

Watch as nail tech Tiffany Nguyen uses the Xtens Nail System to apply pre-made French/pink-and-white and French ombre gel nail tips to create quick and easy sculpted-style gel nails. Plus, nail artist Hong Nhung shows a marbleized nail design using gel-polish.

Nail Artist Stephanie Loesch's Winter Nail Looks

Stephanie Loesch, a California-based nail tech who won first runner up in our Next Top Nail Artist Season 8 competition, uses Gelish Soft Gel Extensions for some cozy and snowy designs.

Nail Notebook: Assignment #5

Welcome to Assignment #5! Are you getting antsy to put your notebook out in the salon reception area? How about we create a mini menu for the notebook today and do just that! Then in the

The Many Faces of a Backfill

By acquiring this advanced skill, nail technicians can earn more money per service and stay one step ahead of the game.