Young Nails

Budding Gels

As gels increase in popularity, manufacturers plant a wider variety of color gels into their lines so techs can match the different seasons.  From pastel pinks to bold blues and pretty purples in-between, here’s a sampling of the latest spring gel collections.

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NAILS Readers' Choice Awards 2009

So what are your favorite products? We’ve tallied the votes and are happy to announce the winners of the 2009 NAILS Readers’ Choice Awards.

Super Soak-Offs

Soaking off faster than a speeding bullet while staying stronger than a locomotive, these soak-off gels will have clients believing you’re the Wonder Woman (or Superman) of nail techs in no time at all.

Rainbow Connection: Colored Gels

Looking to add even more color options for your clients? Why not consider an easy-to-apply color gel application? From soft pastels to solid bolds, color gels can be a longer-lasting alternative to traditional nail polish.

NAILS Readers' Choice Awards 2008

From Acrylics to Wraps — and everything in between — NAILS announces the winners of our fifth annual Readers’ Choice Awards.

Here Come the Holidays - Gift Ideas and Giveaways for the 2008 Season

From nail polish to pumice files, your favorite nail manufacturers have offered up cute and celebratory ways to increase your bottom line -- while spreading holiday cheer.

Join the Fight to End Breast Cancer

This month the beauty industry is passionate about pink. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, your favorite nail manufacturers are making donations to life-saving charities when you purchase their products.

Design #30: Poinsettia (designed by Christie Gibson)

Fade Royal Red Glitter near the smile line.

Design #29: Sunflowers (designed by Christie Gibson)

Apply a small amount of Metallic Gold in corners of the smile line.

Design #28: Fall Leaves (designed by Christie Gibson)

Mix Royal Red and Fortune Glitter and apply thin layer to the tip.