acrylics

How-to: 3-D Ice Cream Nail Art

Just in time for summer, this nail tech offers this tutorial on a mouthwatering 3-D dessert look.

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Something to Talk About: Acrylic Nails

Clients often view acrylic enhancements negatively, thinking they are harmful for the nails. Let’s educate the masses to the benefits of this tried-and-true technique.

Win It Wednesday: Premium Nails Acrylic Powders

To win this set, simply leave a comment on this blog post telling us why you love sculpting.

Tammy Taylor Mermaid Cove Prizma Acrylic Glitters

Tammy Taylor shows how to use the “Mermaid Cove” Prizma Powderz with Dazzle Rocks Limited Edition Collection. "This collection was inspired by our favorite mermaid fairy tales. And these Prizmas have color and dazzle, I added tons of Dazzle Rocks to these 3 beautiful colors: Jewel of the Sea – Rose Magenta with Dazzle Rocks, Making a Splash – Midnight Blue with Dazzle Rocks and Mermaid Kisses – Mint blue with Dazzle Rocks,” says Taylor.

Amethyst Geode Nail Art Tutorial

Amethyst nail created by Lauren Wireman using acrylic and Wildflowers Nail Academy pigment, loose glitter, and art paints.

Amethyst Geode Nail Art (Time Lapse)

Lauren Wireman shows how to create this geode-inspired look in hyper speed. Click here for a slower, detailed tutorial on creating the look.

Tammy Taylor Peace Hope Love Prizma & Pink and White French Fade Demo

Tammy Taylor shows how to use the new Peace-Hope-Love Prizma Powderz Collection. "This collection was inspired by the people around the world that help make this world a better place to live; a percentage of all proceeds will be donated to help the Rwanda Peace Plan," says Taylor. "Peace" is a navy blue with shimmer, “Hope” is a cool soft white with shimmer, and “Love” is a bright pink with shimmer.

29 Products for the Acrylic Faithful

We rounded up a sampling of the industry’s latest liquid and powder products.

How-To: Iridescent Stiletto Swirl

This tutorial shows you how to encapsulate glitter acrylic to add dimension and shine to get a hot look.

Technique Tuesday: Practice Mix Ratio

On days packed with acrylic appointments, practice at least 10 beads of mix ratio before your first client.