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Weeks 18-20: The End and The Beginning!

I spent all of this week working with my drill. I found yet another video by Young Nails, titled “I-Formation Filing,” and because of it I have been making some really smooth and even nails! There is always more to learn, but I am a lot more confident with the drill now.

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Beauty Changes Lives Awards Ten BCL/CND Tippi Hedren Nail Scholarships

Ten aspiring beauty industry professionals will receive “tuition at their fingertips” financial awards up to $5,000 to cover tuition for nail tech programs.

Week One and Two: A Major Adjustment

I knew tackling nail school as a full-time editor would not be easy, and to be honest, I underestimated the commitment.

3 Easy Summer Nail Art Projects for Students

Use these three simple step-by-steps to help your students practice basic nail art techniques.

Meet Nails 101 New Student Blogger (and Associate Editor at NAILS) Sigourney Nuñez

I’ve been on staff for one year and I’m excited to share my nail school journey that is just starting.

Weeks 16-17: Preparing for the Finish Line!

Week 16: This week four more students arrived and two of my love bugs graduated. I’m next!

Online Educational Resources for Nail Techs and Students

Nail school is a great place to learn the basics and practice more advanced techniques, but to really excel, it’s imperative to hone your skills outside the classroom as well. Encourage your students to visit these top online continuing education sites for nail techs.

Weeks 14-15: Safety and Smarts!

After this week, I am convinced that I can perform a manicure/pedicure service with my eyes closed!

Why Newbies Should Attend Premiere Orlando 2015

With more than 650 classes offered and close to 800 exhibiting companies, Premiere Orlando is the largest beauty show in the United States and provides a great opportunity for nail tech students to immerse themselves in the industry.

Download New Nail Salon Safety Fact Sheets

The California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology has announced that Cal/OSHA recently published a new fact sheet for Working Safely in Nail Salons.