Our Favorite Reader Nail Art for the Winter Holidays

Whether your clients celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa or celebrate nothing at all, you'll enjoy the ideas from our readers for seasonal nail art. Browse through these editor's favorites from nail art submitted by our readers over the years.

The Best Defense Against a Lawsuit Is a Good Offense

What are the odds of a nail technician being sued? While statistics aren’t available, in today’s sue-happy society, suffice to say you should certainly be prepared to defend yourself.

Four Truffles Earns the LHJ “Do Good” Stamp

Four Truffles natural and organic body care brand joined a select group when it was awarded the Ladies Home Journal (LHJ) “Do Good” Stamp for its philanthropic efforts, which include creating a circle of giving for women. LHJ celebrates corporations and brands that are committed to giving back to the community.

Salon of the Year Awards Runner-Up, Nail Glyphx

She may run her salon from her home, but Julie Kellos’ Nail Glyphx is no small potato in the nail industry.

Tip of the Month: Creating a Client Care Bag

Janice Reams provides each of her clients with her own “personal care bag” — a bag containing her private butlers and files.

NTNA S. 6 Challenge 1: Steampunk Nail Art (Jenna)

For NTNA Challenge 1, sponsored by Orly, contestants created nails using the company’s Builder in a Bottle, based on the theme “Seeing Clearly.” Here is Jenna Jupin’s entry.

NTNA S. 6 Challenge 1: Crystal Ball Nail Art (Melisa)

For NTNA Challenge 1, sponsored by Orly, contestants created nails using the company’s Builder in a Bottle, based on the theme “Seeing Clearly.” Here is Melisa Salazar’s entry.

Colored Gels May Be the ‘Cure’ to Slow Drying Polish

Use gels for long-lasting color

Something In The Air - Keeping Salon Air Healthy

Are airborne chemical vapors giving you a headache? Implement your own salon “Clean Air Act” by investing in a local ventilation system.