international

Potent Out of Poland: Paulina Pastuszak & Ilona Musik

When we received e-mails showcasing phenomenal nail art from two different Polish nail artists several weeks apart, we knew we had to share their striking images with the rest of the world. We hope their designs inspire nail artists in our home country of the U.S. and our readers around the globe.

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Two International Polish Picks

Alex Noonan, beauty director of Marie Claire Australia, named two of spring's hottest international polishes.

Competing in Seoul: The Fighting Spirit

Seoul, South Korea is a fantastic city full of life. As one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, the city was a perfect backdrop for the 6th Annual Global Nail Cup.

Males Who Do Nails

With a growing number of men opting to pay bills and forge careers from behind a nail table, NAILS takes a look at some male techs to find out what they think of their chosen profession and how they’re ­making it in a female-dominated industry.

Day 96: Easter Egg Nail Art

Cecilia Bustamante, Okinawa, JapanLora FastnachtKimberly Martin, Studio C Salon & Spa, Auburn, Maine

Sweet Orange Creamsicle Pedicure

Unscented products are blended with sweet orange oil, orange zest, and vanilla in this pedicure that will remind your clients of the frozen treat with the same name.

6th Global Nail Cup, Korea: Awards

The international judges of the 6th Global Nail Cup presented awards and tropies to the winners.

On the Road: MayaSpa Wellness Center, Tulum, Mexico

The bohemian beach town of Tulum, Mexico isn’t exactly known for its salon services. But MayaSpa Wellness Center had manicures and pedicures on its salon menu so I decided to give it a try.

Stunning Stilettos by Igor Jovic

Serbian nail tech Igor Jović’s major at Belgrade University taught him a lot about stilettos, the popular feminine shoe shape that is. This college shoe design graduate now focuses his extraordinary artistic talents on stiletto nails instead.

Apple Pie à La Mode Pedicure

Xstasy Esthetics uses Glo Girl Body Products to create this indulgent slice of heaven in a pedicure.