
2016 Nail Tech Event of the Smokies
NAILS attended the Nail Tech Event of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tenn., for the first time in the show's history.

NAILS attended the Nail Tech Event of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tenn., for the first time in the show's history.

Follow these steps for proper application featuring Hot Pink.

The Spoon & Straight Edge Cuticle Pusher can push back cuticles without scratching the nail.
Apply gels more quickly with En Vogue's new straightforward formula.
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Electric files are a necessary tool for a nail tech’s success. Whether you prefer portable, lightweight pieces or heavy-duty, foot-pedal e-files, there is something on the market to match your requirements. Check out these latest e-files to find the one that is your file-companion.

This product is flexible and durable and offers great adhesion ideal for tips, overlay, and fills.
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Watch this tutorial on how to create a mosaic stiletto nail using en Vogue Sculptured Nail Systems Inc.

Lac It! is a gel polish system created by en Vogue Sculptured Nail Systems Inc. It features no smudging, no rippling, no chipping, and no peeling. It's a soak-off or buff-off forumal that's LED and UV compatible.

For clients with weak, brittle nails who want extra strength to those who covet wild extensions, gels can offer something for everyone.

Mastering an e-file is no simple feat, but with so much education coming out now with hands-on video tutorials, nail techs have a better chance than ever to become e-file top guns at their salons. Here are some of the top e-files on the market and the latest videos online to help you stay on top of the game.

A quick lotion or hand scrub can make a manicure quite memorable. And a sales pitch on the beneficial ingredients of a hand care product as you massage it into your clients’ skin can make them want to purchase the product for home use. To help you with retail as well as with themed services, NAILS has compiled the latest delicious-smelling hand products to keep hands well-moisturized and supple.

IBS Las Vegas, which took place June 9-11, 2012 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, was teeming with enthusiastic beauty professionals.

From titanium-coated pterygium takers to stainless steel safety tweezers, the implements used by nail techs on a daily basis are of finely tuned designs that make for precise applications every time. Here are some of the toughest, most durable implements from some of your favorite nail manufacturers.

The gel-polishes go on quickly and evenly with a traditional polish-like brush-on application.

More than 50,000 attendees cruised the aisles at this year’s Premiere Orlando. They came to shop, to learn, to compete, to network, and to have some fun!