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NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Announces Top 24 for Season 5

Applications came in from around the globe as the only online nail art competition for professionals asked to see the best that the industry had to offer. Many answered the call, but only 24 semi-finalists could be chosen.

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Win It Wednesday: Mystery Bag!

Win a huge bag of mystery goodies from brands like Orly, IBD, Tweezerman, Swarovski, and more!

Guest Blog: The Surprise "Meeting"

NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4 Winner Tracey Lee shares a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Melli Mello-Inspired Nails with Baroque Accents

Tracey Lee ( @traceyleenails ), the winner of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4, shows how to create her June 2017 cover of NAILS Magazine with an edge nail shape. Here is a photo tutorial on how to create the acrylic elephant nails on her Nail Art Gallery: http://nailartgallery.nailsmag.com/traceyleenails/photo/454827/ntna-challenge-4-minx/user (See step #9.) You Might Also Like: Behind the Scenes: Tracey Lee's 3-D Floral Edge Gel Nails

Behind the Scenes: Tracey Lee's 3-D Floral Edge Gel Nails

Haute Hodgepodge: Learn how to create this month's cover look by 2017's NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Tracey Lee.

5 Reasons to Apply for NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 5

The current champion urges you to apply for Season 5

Tracey Lee Named NAILS Next Top Nail Artist

Tracey Lee is not new to the nail industry. She has done everything from teaching to judging to vlogging, but now she can say she has truly done it all. The Eindhoven, Netherlands-based tech flew to Chicago in March where she was crowned the champion of Season 4.

On My Mind: This is a Team Sport

I have learned almost everything I know about being part of a team from working here at NAILS.

Salon-Modded Nails: Award-Winning Nail Art Made Wearable

The extravagant designs of nail art competitions aren't always practical for everyday wear, but they can be amazing inspiration for wearable nail art. Learn how the industry’s top nail artists take their award-winning designs down a notch for everyday clients.

What You Need to Know Before Competing in a Nail Contest

Competing is one of the best ways to hone your craft and get noticed. In the world of nails, there are many opportunities to showcase your talents and grow as a result. We talked to some regulars on the competition circuit to find out what you’ll need to know if you want to compete — and possibly win big.