Jewel of the Nail

Challenge your creativity – and your client’s image – by adding nail charms to your repertoire.

The Story Behind 30 Nails to Commemorate 30 Years

For our June issue story in which we had nail artists offer their own takes on NAILS Magazine’s pearl anniversary, we also asked each artist to explain the inspiration behind her designs and why NAILS Magazine has a special place in her heart. The explanations are below.

Roundup: What Lesson is Most Challenging for Students?

We asked nail instructors: What part of learning to do nails do you think is most challenging for your students? What are some of the ways you help them overcome their difficulties and achieve success?

A Gem of a Collection

The Semi-Precious Home Collection by The Amazing Stone Fragrance Corporation uses semi-precious gems to enhance candles, reed diffusers, room mists, hand soaps, and body oils — and the result is beautiful.  

NTNA S. 6 Pre-Challenge #2: Seaside Pearl Nail Art (Kate)

For NTNA pre-challenge #2, sponsored by Swarovski, contestants created a nail design inspired by the company’s Wanderlust trend. Here is Kate Bland's entry.

Day 28: Pearly White Nail Art

Amy Gustafson, Diamond Nails Studio, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

My Other Life: Donna Trull, Glass Bead Artist

“I first became familiar with the ancient art of making beads from glass — called lampworking — after taking a jewelry class at my local craft store,” says Donna Trull, a nail tech at Studio 413 Salon and Spa in Albany, Ga.