Gels - NAILS Magazine

Wellness

Are Gel Manis Safe? FingerNailFixer Tells All

Would you like some scientific facts about gel manicures instead of just opinions? How about some factual data that you can look at for yourself and decide on the safety of your manicure. Here is some information from Holly Schippers (The FingerNailFixer) to give you the opportunity to make a fact-based decision.

Technique

Removal Solution

Pro TIPCLIPS

ProTIPCLIPS are reusable, ergonomic finger or toe clips that come in a pack of 10 in a personal storage box.

Nail Design

NAILS Editor Hannah Lee on The Today Show

by Staff

NAILS editor Hannah Lee appeared on The Today Show on Friday, May 2, 2014, as the counterpoint voice to a new study that says UV nail lamp users may have an increased risk of skin cancer. Hannah pointed out that you are exposed to more UVA rays from natural sunlight walking or driving to the salon than you can in a UV lamp. Last year's study by Drs. Dowdy and Sayre is the benchmark we should all refer to.

Technique

Take a Tip from...Lauren Wireman

by Brittni Rubin

When we asked NAILS Next Top Nail Artist first runner-up Lauren Wireman how she keeps her nail embellishments intact despite the damage that regularly occurs on the job, she revealed her simple secret...

Technique

Plant a Geluv Color Palette Tree in Your Salon

by Brittni Rubin

Alfalfa's Geluv Color Palette Tree serves a variety of functions in the salon, whether you need to make space, reduce inventory, or prevent polish theft.

Technique

Lux Croco Gel-Polish Manicure

by Brittni Rubin

Merrick Fisher of Beverly Hills, Calif.-based Merricures created a nail art look that allows clients to take home the same lavish animal prints seen on the runway but for a fraction of the price.

Technique

Troubleshooter: Building and Filing a Short Stiletto Nail with Gel

by Staff

In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Light Elegance educator Loni Preato shows how to build and file a short stiletto nail with gel.

Technique

Gelish's World Class Nails: Answers from the Experts Ep. 1

by Staff

Watch as Gelish educators use their expertise to answer your questions about product, application, and much more. The pros will also be sharing some of their newest design inspirations and teaching you some quick and easy tips for nail art success of your own. This exclusive series is a must-see for anyone looking to improve their design skills. Stay tuned for episode two.