My Other Life: Yasue Nakao, artist

Whether she’s creating nail art for salon clients or murals for homeowners, her incredible eye for detail ensures remarkable work.

Like Mother, Like Daughter

One of the best things about this industry is it’s home to many family businesses. Multiple generations work in tandem, teaching and supporting one another.

Healthy Tech: Melissa Schumann

For Portland, Ore.-based nail tech Melissa Schumann, horseback riding provides stress relief — which helped her get through cancer treatment.

From Symphonies to Rodeos: Advertising in Event Programs Brings in the Business

Katherian Harris, owner of Sherwood Hair Design in Odessa, Texas, finds it lucrative to advertise her salon in event programs.

Person * Place * Thing: Morgan Lucas

The owner of Stay Polished Nail Spa in Akron, Ohio, Morgan Lucas shared these photos of a meaningful person, place, and thing at work.

How We (Coach and Nail Tech) Met — Adrienne’s Version

I met my future salon coach as I was about to throw in the towel on my nail career. I was living in Florida at the time and frustrated with my first job as a tech,

Link Love: 5/27/11

I hope you all have an enjoyable Memorial Day weekend planned! Here are some of the best nail-related blog postings of the week.If you refill the soap dispenser at the salon, can you recall the last

A Steady Hand

Shaky hands may be the result of a medical condition or performance anxiety. If your doctor says you’re fine, then learn to relax and slow down.

Soy Candles

SpaRitual’s Soy Candles offer soothing aromas and tranquil lighting to instantly increase the relaxation of any service.