acrylics

Inm Powder Paints Tropical Collection

Inm’s new Poweder Paints Tropical Collection colored acrylics is ideal for nail art.

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EZ Flow Trademark Swirl Design

EZ Flow's swirl design is perfect for the New Year festivities and was created using the Gemstones Colored Acrylic Collection.

Star Nail Prismatrix Glitter Acrylic Powders

Star nail introduces Prismatix Glitter Acrylics Powders. Nail glamour for everyday wear, Prismatix features an opalescent reflection and true to silver under toes. Use the Pink and White powder to create beautiful pink-and-whites, or use Clear prism powder alone or over traditional acrylic enhancements.

Behind the Scenes: She’s Got Her Dancing Shoes [and Feet] Ready

This month's cover tech, Tiffany Greco, focuses on education.

OPI's Absolute Acrylic System

Steps are highlighted for use of OPI's Absolute system for nails.

Flowers in the Fall

Nails by Erin Barnes, Visuals II Day Spa in Litchfield, Ariz.

Tip of the Month: Tech Shares Some Time-Savers

Lynette Madden, owner of Salon 29 at Main in East Greenville Pa., learned to save time sizing when she was a new tech.

NAILS' Gel Handbook

It’s 2003. Do you know where your gels are? One of the fastest- growing salon services, gels still remain a mystery to many nail techs and their clients. Whether you are familiar with gels or just turning your attention to them, use this primer to help guide you through the multitude of uses, techniques, and troubleshooting tips associated with today’s gels.

The Gel Menagerie

With the new technology being applied to gels there is a good range of options for techs looking to create pink-and- whites, correct damaged or misshapen nails, add shine and protection to natural nails or acrylic enhancements, or give a client durable and long-wearing nail color. The main thing to keep in mind when dealing with various forms of gel is that the primary difference between them is the viscosity.

Troubleshooter: Shaping Acrylic Nails Oval

Some diehard fans of the oval nail remain - causing problems for some nail techs who can’t seem to get the same result they would with the square look.