Are You Ready For The Reality Of Salon Ownership?

Our salon’s job application asks nail technicians. “Where do you see your self in five years?” Often the answer is, “Owning my own salon,” which always makes me think, “Holy smoke, do you have any idea what you’d be getting yourself into?”

Could YOU BE the Next Nail Tech of the Year?

We have been “re-imagining” an awards program that will become the pinnacle of achievement for nail technicians.

Do You Have Tattoo Regret? 1 in 4 Americans Do

A new study by Advanced Dermatology shares statistics about tattoo opinions, regrets and removal.

Are You Ready for "The Golden Age of Nail Polish"?

New York Magazine says that this fall promises to be "the golden age of nail polish." Make sure you're well stocked with the season's colors.

ISSE 2011: What nails did you wear at the show?

At the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE 2011) in Long Beach, NAILS asked attendees: What nails did you wear at the show? Here's a gallery of their responses.

What do you do when you’re not with a client?

Free time is a precious commodity for busy techs. So when you've got it, don't waste it! See how these techs and salon owners spend their unscheduled time.

On My Mind: Are You Up for a Challenge?

Editor Hannah Lee celebrates the inaugural year of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist.

How Do You Work When You’ve Lost Your Voice?

Here is a story from Iowa nail professional Melissa Finch, who managed to work in the salon without a voice!

You Don’t Need Primer For This Kind of Bonding

Salons are busier and bigger than ever before, so how do you keep everyone happy and business growing?