Shifting Gears: Switching Between Acrylic and Gel Services

  Alternating between gel and acrylic services during your busy workday requires refocusing your mind and modifying your technique. Here are some tips to make transitioning between mediums easier.

How to Choose the Right Cuticle Nipper

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How to Achieve the Perfect Acrylic Mix Ratio

Getting the right mix of acrylic liquid and powder is crucial to creating long-lasting nails. Here are NAILS’ FingerNailFixer blogger and CND educator Holly Schippers top tips for achieving the perfect mix ratio.

Friendly Cactus Nail Art

Wilmington, N.C.-based nail tech Alecia Mounixay used acrylics to create this adorable 3-D cactus design.

Day 163: Flowery and Embellished Prom Nail Art

Rosa Vargas, Palm Springs, Fla. @nailsbyrosavargas

The Art of Acrylic Nail Art Designs

Acrylic can be used for more than a classic French or a base for polish. The #notpolish hashtag on Instagram has become a popular way for nail techs to showcase amazing art created solely with acrylic powder. We asked skilled acrylic artists to share some of their favorite designs, tutorials, and acrylic tips.

Eye-Catching Acrylic Powders

These vibrantly colored, glow-in-the-dark, and mood-changing acrylic powders will help bring a new twist to acrylic nail designs.

Key Tip Nail Art

Many nail artists love working with acrylic to create their masterpieces, but Cincinnati’s Marsha Lane (@da_nail_lady on Instagram) took it to the next level. 

Behind the Scenes: Bridal French With an Edge

As executive vice president and creative director of Artistic Nail Design, Alisha Rimando brings the brand’s fun, edgy, and exclusive twist to a bridal-ready look.