How to Use a Cuticle Sciver Bit

Erica’s ATA’s Cuticle Sciver bit can be used to exfoliate the dead skin around the cuticle and nail plate.

Why Nail Techs Should Love the Curette

The curette is an underappreciated tool, according to CND education ambassador Vanessa McCullough.

All About Adhesion: How Nail Products Stick to the Nails

What factors contribute to how well a nail coating bonds to the nail — and how can we improve that adhesion?

The Problem With Perfectionism

Creating a perfect experience for your clients is an admirable goal, but it could be a liability if taken to an extreme. Is perfectionism preventing you from profits?

7 Ways to Speed up Your Prep Time

Cutting down your service times doesn’t mean you have to cut back on the quality of your work. These tips will help you perform your nail prep quickly and effectively.

Speed Up Your Services — Part 1: Work Habits, Prep, and Natural Nails

Cutting down your service times doesn’t mean you have to cut back on the quality of your work. Small, incremental changes in your routine can add up and make a big difference in your schedule.   

How to Prevent Acrylic Nails From Lifting

Acrylic nails can start to separate from the nail plate for a variety of reasons. This review of proper preparation and application will help you troubleshoot to prevent acrylic nails from lifting.

Natural Nail Prep

Get natural nails ready for a service with this new prep product from Entity Beauty.

Preparation Tool

This professional implement from Hand & Nail Harmony aids in the proper preparation of the nail before any salon service.