35 Nail Techs Who Changed the Industry
In honor of NAILS’ 35th anniversary, we’ve come up with a list of 35 nail techs who’ve had a positive and lasting effect on our industry. Which name means the most to you and your career?
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In honor of NAILS’ 35th anniversary, we’ve come up with a list of 35 nail techs who’ve had a positive and lasting effect on our industry. Which name means the most to you and your career?
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With an almost 20-year career in the nail industry, Cammy Nguyen opened Blossom Beauty Lounge last year and has attracted heaps of customers with affordable nail art, talented techs, and more.
Formerly a tattoo artist, Vu Nguyen moved onto taking his drawing skills to nails 10 years ago. We found him at ISSE 2013 at the OPI booth. Nguyen is currently an OPI educator and has taken
Truc "Max" Nguyen, Bellagio (Lebanon, TN)
To celebrate his birthday, nail artist Robert Nguyen launched his first nail art-focused YouTube channel. NailGuy TV features nail art tutorials for nail techs and DIYers and a look into his artistry with time-lapse footage of his intricate work.
Tyna Nguyen, Orlando, Florida
For the second year in a row, nail tech Sarah Nguyen of New York’s Ammon Carver Studio took the title of NAHA Nail Professional of the Year.
Please join me in reaching out to our entire industry so that we can all elevate our standing together as an educated, united force!