Tech Finds Rewards in Tending to Homebound Clients

These clients are especially grateful for at-home manicures by Holly Schippers, but she's the one who says they provide something very special for her.

Behind The Scenes: Here Comes the Teacher

Take a Tip from ... Star Nail's Elaine Watson

Elaine Watson — global education director and vice president of marketing for Star Nail — shares some of her favorite technical tips.

Educate Yourself and Then Educate Your Clients

As an overachiever in the realm of education, I wonder how many techs feel the same way I do.

Behind the Scenes: Rock Star Toes

Young Nails educator Melissa Garcia of Studio 115 in Tulare, Calif., made these Rock Star Toes for NAILS’ December 2007 cover. Once you get the hang of it, a set takes only 15-20 minutes to complete.

Behind the Scenes: Cover Tech/Cover Model Doug Smith

Nail tech/CND education director Doug Smith makes his modeling debut.

Pet Teachers: Advice on Continuing Education from those Who Teach

When you take a class from a dynamic teacher, she (or he) can transform not only the way you work, but the way you think. Here we get to know some of our industry’s teachers a little better and get a glimpse of what makes them tick -and teach.

Educating the Nail Tech Masses

Do you long to take that next step in your career and make extra money but aren’t quite sure how? Become a manufacturer’s educator. Not only will you get a chance to teach, you’ll have fun, meet new people, and increase your own knowledge along the way — all while bringing in more cash.

Salon- Based Schooling

Many industry educators consider the frequent travel a perk of the job, but what if travel is not appealing or simply not possible for you?