How-To: Unicorn Nail Enhancement

Follow the steps below for a look reminiscent of the mythical creature.

Day 13: Black and White Tips Nail Art

Kim Hanzlik, Nails, Hands, Feet and Toes, Winnemucca, Nev.

On My Mind: Let's Not Mess Up a Good Thing

Editor Hannah Lee discusses the importance of following proper gel-polish removal procedures.

Tech Gives Clients a Bit of Bliss

Thirteen is a lucky number for nail technician Debi Gabler’s clients.

Acrylics Can Cosmetically Correct Ski-Jump Nails

Acrylic, if applied correctly, can disguise most nail deformities, and ski-jump nails (nails that curve upward at the free edge) are no exception.

The New Odorless: Manufacturers Respond to Environmental Concerns

esigned expressly to alleviate unpleasant fumes that often accompany sculptured nail application, these systems could ultimately replace more conventional, high-odor systems almost completely, according to some manufacturers, contributing to a more pleasant salon work environment.

Week 10: E-files and Gels

This week we had a test on electric filing. We also received a lecture on UV and LED gels during the week (overlays and extensions).

Don’t Get Burned: Understanding and Avoiding Heat Spikes

We take the temperature of the gel nail community about the pervasiveness of painful curing experiences, and also offer science-backed advice for how to ensure your clients don’t experience a gel nail heat spike.

Week Ten: I Made It!

Nail school happened so fast — the experiences I’ve had while obtaining my licenses have been completely amazing, but it’s been a whirlwind!