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Cosmoprof North America 2013 Attendance Increases 8% for a Sold-Out Show Floor

Flip through NAILS’ photo gallery for some of the highlights of this Las Vegas beauty trade show.

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A Decal Declaration: Nail Art Appliques

Declare yourself a nail artist after using these embellishments intended to inspire creativity. With advanced technology, the decals’ ultra-thin quality allows for product layering, and you can even incorporate them into your own designs. They’re easy to use and a great way to give your clients exciting nail art with reduced service time. Ranging from full-coverage to subtle trimmings, there’s a decal out there for everyone.

Snapshots from Premiere Orlando 2013

As always, Premiere Orlando was a show for the books. The massive beauty show, which took place June 2-3, hosted beauty professionals and industry manufacturers from around the globe.

NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Top 24 Semifinalists Announced

The top 24 semifinalists in NAILS Next Top Nail Artist contest sponsored by Gelish have been selected. In its first year, NAILS Next Top Nail Artist garnered entries from around the world. The high caliber of nail art submissions and video diaries put the pressure on our judges to select the cream of the crop for this reality show-inspired contest.

Dashing Diva and Amika Have Your Clients' Nail and Hair Needs Covered

The Golden Disc-o-pade Styler + Nail Appliqué Set was inspired by the striking mod prints sauntering down the runways. It features Amika’s Digital Titanium Styler and a set of the Dashing Diva Professional DesignFX nail appliqués.

ISSE Is the Total Beauty Event

The International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach, held January 26-28, is billed as the West Coast’s largest and most influential total beauty event. Produced by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), the ISSE concept has evolved beyond the traditional “hair” show to really incorporate a diverse exhibitor base covering hair, nails, cosmetics, esthetics, wellness, massage, and advanced education. More than 400 beauty brands were on display for nearly 40,000 beauty professionals in attendance. ISSE Long Beach 2014 will be held January 25-27.

ISSE 2013: Checkerboard Nail Art with Dashing Diva ColorFX

Dashing Diva educator So Yong Yu creates a two-toned checkerboard look using sliced strips of Dashing Diva's ColorFX Glitterati nail appliques.

ISSE 2013: Dashing Diva DesignFX Removal

Dashing Diva educator So Yong Yu demonstrates a quick and easy method for removing DesignFX nail appliqués using non-acetone polish remover and an orangewood stick.

You Have Our Word

In 2000, when news broke about the potential dangers of whirlpool spas, many salon owners were horrified to hear of the sanitation shortcuts happening within the industry. Today, conscientious techs find creative ways to let every client know of their pledge to provide safe services — every time.

NAILS Readers' Choice Awards 2012: It's All Up To You!

If you’d like to see how this year’s favorite products stack up to years past, log on to www.nailsmag.com/RCA to take a look at what products are consistently on the list from year to year and who has broken into the club of finalists. (You’ll notice slight modification in our categories from year to year to reflect industry trends.)