How Irritating!

Red, Swollen patches? Blister-like bumps? Chances are it’s contact dermatitis, but only the doctor can say if it’s a simple case of irritation or a more serious allergy.

Flower Power

Nails by Joanne Truitt, Boca Nail Depot, Boca Raton, Fla.

How-To: Valentine’s Day Floral Nail Art

Follow these steps from Gelish to find out how you can easily recreate this “Roses in Bloom” design.

Human Rights Attorney and Author Partners with Orly Color Labs to Benefit the Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project

“Controlling Women” author Julie F. Kay teams up with ORLY Color Labs to launch a new shade of red nail polish to raise awareness about the future of abortion rights.

American Beauty: NAILS 2009 Mini Masterpiece Winners

Take a look at these fabulous mini-masterpieces, including Megan Acevedo’s beautiful depiction of Andrew Wyeth’s painting “Flour Mill.” 

Where the Heart Is

Nails by Leticia Lujan, Attitudes with Style, Bakersfield, Calif.

Editor’s Note: What Is The NIA?

NIA stands for Nail Industry Association. It is a professional association developed by NAILS Magazine and Bobit Publishing Company to represent nail technicians. 

That Healthy Glow

Encourage your clients to practice safe sun by slathering on the sunblock and using nail polish to give their skin a more tan appearance.

Minx’s Metallics

As seen on the nails of celebrities like Beyoncé, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, Minx’s new metallic shades are garnering international attention.