My Other Life: Angelica Chavez, MMA fighter

Angelica Chavez, a nail tech at Hot Heads and Cool Claws in Albuquerque, N.M., is also a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter.

On the Road: R & E Cosmetology School, Baytown, Tex.

One of thebiggest rewards for running a cosmetology school is hearing from past students about their successes in the working world.

NTNA: The Final Challenge

See the photos from NAILS Next Top Nail Artist's final fantasy nail art challenge, sponsored by Gelish.

We Came to Score: The Top 25 Competitors of 2004

In an unprecedented year and a half long competition cycle marked by fierce rivalry, veteran competitors, international competitors, and newcomers alike vied for positions on NAILS 2003-2004 coveted Top 25 List. 

ISSELB 2014: A Spectacular Show!

NAILS' Next Top Nail Artist finalists Buddy Sims and Lauren Wireman with winner Ryoko Garcia.What a whirlwind this weekend was at the ISSE show in Long Beach! It was my first show, and I had no

Behind the Scenes: Naoko Takano

Naoko, who has been doing nails for eight years, learned how to run a nail business during her three years as a manager at a Tokyo nail salon.

Day 43: Assorted Hearts Nail Art

Marilyn Garcia, Puerto Rico

Watermarks With Signature Style

Get a custom-made self-portrait logo to brand your nail business.

Cuccio Makes a Splash at the San Juan Beauty Show

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