Defenders of the Feet

Ask a nail student what she thinks about touching strangers’ feet and you’re likely to get a grimace. But somehow, as their careers progress, most nail techs learn to love feet. We asked a group of techs who specialize in pedicures to tell us how their love affair with feet began and what they do that’s so special.

The Gift of Education

I know I would rather be working with clients than folding towels all day. What nail tech wouldn’t want a book filled to bursting with happy guests who rebook, buy retail, and refer their friends. I

Makeover of the Heart

Faced with difficult personnel problems, salon owner Lois Burak was growing disillusioned with the beauty business. Enter Netty Mason, a waxing client who turned out to be Burak’s salvation.

Day 4: Bling in the New Year Nail Art

Cynthia McKenzie-Cook, Modish Nails by Cynthia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Jewel of the Nail

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

Tools of the Trade

For those who like their organizational tools low tech, The Appointment Book Co. has been printing appointment books for the beauty industry since 1963.

How to Use Bio Seaweed Gel Color-Changing Cosmos Collection

Each bottle offers duo-tone manicures for an effortless gradient effect.

New Polish Line

This newly launched line offers polishes that boast a fresh color palette and unique finishes including a handful of glitters and metallics. 

Zoya and Peter Som Collaborate on Fashion Week Polishes

At New York Fashion Week (February 2012), Zoya and Peter Som debuted three custom nail polish shades.Fashion designer Peter Som created three muse-inspired nail polishes with the Zoya custom nail color creative team led by color expert, Rebecca Isa.