Or You Could Do It Yourself

Personally, I think my polishing skills are fine. They may not be the best in all the land, but they are certainly competent, and distinctly professional. Believe me! I have let clients polish my nails before. It

My Other Life, Ruthy Carter, Horse Trainer

Building a Bond: “I grew up with horses. When I was young I’d ride and work with them whenever I got the chance. I’d watch them for hours, studying their body language and their interactions with each other and with me,” says nail tech and horse trainer Ruthy Carter.

Tune-up Your Manicure Techniques

SELF Magazine, in the November 2011 issue, put together a list of ways to pump up manicures and maximize results for your clients. According to Maridel Reyes, it's always good to tune-up your technique.

Salon Inspection on YouTube

I just found a professionally-done video by the Washington Department of Licensing of a nail salon inspection. You can watch the six-minute video here. The video is geared toward consumers (advising them of what to look for

Congrats to the Winners and More Show Giveaways

Congrats to the winners of the IBD Just Gel Polish — Vicki Morales and Cecilia Bustamante! You should be getting an e-mail from myself or one of the NAILS team today so watch for it as

Learning and Laughs at the Best Lil Nail Show Texas

Here’s my report on the competitions and classes at the Best Lil Nail Show Texas.

The Nail Profession in the 90's

In their own words, and from their own experiences, nail technicians tell us how they see the nail industry in the ’90s.

One Million Thanks to Our Million Facebook Fans!

Thanks a MILLION to our 1 MILLION (and counting) fans on Facebook! Now we want to repay your kindness!

What A Trip!

I made it back from ISSE, and I can tell you that I will go to that show every year. Competition aside for a moment, the classes, demos and showroom (vendors) were amazing!