learning new techniques

Going primerless

Techs trained to include the third step of the acrylic application process -- primer -- may have a hard time dropping the insurance of this tried-and-true old friend. But many who have dared to explore this new, primerless world made the transition without missing a step. Is primerless the future of nails?

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Custom Mixing Young Nails’ Kaleidoscope Gel Paint

Kaleidoscope Gel Paint from Young Nails is a nine-color collection made from the company’s Synergy Gel to give maximum coverage.

Trouble Shooter: How to Sculpt Acrylic for Minimal Filing

Whether you’re using nail tips or forms, refining your sculpting technique greatly reduces your filing time.

Trouble Shooter: Drawing the Line – Perfectly

Drawing a smoothly rounded smile line in your polished French manicure takes lots of practice. Here are some tips to make it easier for you to master.

Trouble Shooter: How to Remove Lifted Product Properly When Doing a Fill

The most important thing to remember when doing an acrylic fill is to not nip product if you don’t need to.

Buyer Beware

New products are fun and exciting to try, but evaluate all new technologies carefully.

Jewel Cunningham, World Champion Nail Artist

Jewell Cunningham is a world champion nail artist, a title she earned by recently competing against more than 150 other professional nail artists during the World International Nail and Beauty Association’s competition and show in June.

Creative Thinking

A simple approach to get you thinking of those important opportunities.