One of the reasons clients love gel-polish is because it provides a longer-lasting manicure (or pedicure) when compared to lacquer. With most gel-polishes promising to last two weeks or more, there was a 20% uptick in 2013 (according to NAILS Big Book 2013-2014) in gel-polish services to meet growing client demand. While lacquer hasn’t disappeared from everyone’s radar, a new breed of it might give gel-polish a run for its money.
Browse through the gallery to see how your favorite brands match up to the rich vino shade.
The Choice is Up to You: We asked you what your favorite professional nail products are and you told us. Thanks for picking your favorites for NAILS 11th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
This fall, pack your bags and get ready for a color adventure with the China Glaze All Aboard collection.
The professional nail industry is wising up to the latest technological trends. In addition to creating sites that are mobile-friendly, several companies that cater to nail professionals are also making applications to download to your smartphone. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect color to please your client or you’re looking for video tutorials, there truly is an app for everything. Here’s a round-up of the latest beauty apps you’re sure to appreciate.
Add stocking stuffers to your salon’s retail section to create a simplified grab-and-go gift selection your clients will thank you for.
The new site from China Glaze nail polish is mobile-friendly and details the extensive color collection the polish brand has to offer.
Shannon Rooney demonstrates how to do Garden Paty French nail art,
The 10 takeaway trends from NYFW spring/summer 2015.
Raise awareness for breast cancer this month and inspire a good deed by purchasing a couple of these pink items for your salon.
Alyssa Adams demonstrates how to do Sugar Skulls nail art.
Fashion Month has kicked off trend-setting nail looks for the next six months. Here's what walked the runway and what you can expect to see in Spring/Summer 2015.
A gilded nail art look from China Glaze glittered at Michael Costello's runway show.
China Glaze has partnered with The Weinstein Company to create a limited-edition collection of nail polish inspired by the film “The Giver.”
Elsbeth Schuetz demonstrates how to do Charming Cherries nail art.
Cosmoprof North America saw growth across all categories at its 2014 event. CPNA took over the Mandalay Bay Convention Center July 13-15.
Inspired by the powerful themes and message of the story, “The Giver” collection brings key moments and characters to color.