Help Desk: Dear Nails

Science & Medicine Panelists: Pheobe Rich, M.D., Doug Schoon, Johanna Youner, D.P.M. This Month's Nail Technician Experts: Jessica Zastopil is an instructor at Scot Lewis Schools in Plymouth, Minn.  Angie Gross is the owner of skin & Nails by Angie in Stone Mountain, Ga.

Sculpting Forms

The forms feature C-curve memory, pinch tabs, wider centers, customizable cut guides, and come on a 500-ct. roll.

Acrylics Can Add Arches and Curves to Flat Nails

Use a modified three-ball technique to add a natural C-curve and arch to flat nails beds.

The Drilling Principle: Using E-Files Right

With all of the negative hype on drills, it is becoming crucial for nail technicians to be properly trained on their usage. Connecting with the right people for education and knowing the state regulations can help pave the way drilling success.  

Extreme Tips

INM’s new Extreme Tips have a deep C-curve and smile line for the professionally sculpted look.

Vitamin C Infusion Pedicure

Dr. Murad products add Vitamin C benefits to this pedicure by Honolulu's Ville de Coco.

The Ruffian Manicure and M∙A∙C

Cult New York designers Brian Wolk and Claude Morais of Ruffian bring their signature swagger to M∙A∙C.  This video takes you inside their studio to see the inspiration behind the Ruffian Manicure.

Something for Everyone at San Diego’s Cürbar

Beyond its services, Cürbar offers quality games, reading material, and music, as well as the juxtaposition of feminine and masculine salon decor so that clients of every age and gender feel at home.

Retail Boutique: Hairbrushes

Even if your salon doesn't offer hair services, all clients brush their har. Consider offering some of these cool brushes as retail items for your nail clients.