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What Is Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic, recurring condition that commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. These patches frequently occur on the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the fingernails and toenails.

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What Is Pterygium

by Michelle Pratt

Pterygium is a medical condition in which the skin grabs onto the nail plate and grows forward as the nails grows out. Nail techs are well positioned to identify this rare disorder in its early stages.

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Can callus buildup be caused by a fungus?

by Staff

Fungus or callus? Here's how to tell the difference.

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Are Nail Biting Woes Over?

by Staff

Cosmetics marketer in the Netherlands says he's found a cure to habitual nail biting.

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What Is Athlete’s Foot?

by Michelle Pratt

This common infection of the feet is most often characterized by cracked, flaking, peeling skin between the toes. In the majority of cases, it responds well to self care.

Technique

Lifestyle Trends Affect the Health of Our Feet

by Katharin Von Gavel

Lifestyle factors affect the health of our feet. Obesity, poor circulation, and even the choice of shoe can lead to serious foot conditions.

Industry News

U.S. Deaths From Drug-Resistant Staph on the Rise

by Staff

A new report from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that the number of deaths caused by MRSA staph infections in the U.S. may soon surpass the number of deaths caused by AIDS, writes the Associated Press.

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Spread the News About Onychomycosis

by Michelle Pratt

As nail techs, our interest in how to treat onychomycosis seems insatiable. We want to stay informed and update our client on new ways to treat this persistent problem. You’ll be glad to know topical treatments are already in the testing phase, and NAILS has all the details.

Technique

Put Some Medi In Your Pedi

by JoLynn Vensel

So-called “medi pedis” are catching on with consumers despite the fact that there are no strict guidelines on what they entail or who can perform them. Salons that offer this therapeutic service promise clients a high level of sanitation, scrupulous callus reduction, superior treatment products, and expert knowledge on the part of the practitioner.

Industry News

Wisconsin Launches a Public Awareness Campaign About Salon Safety

by Staff

The Wisconsin Department of Regulation & Licensing launched a campaign to educate salon professionals and consumers about nail and hair salon safety.

Technique

Going the Distance (Restoring Runners' Feet)

by Erin Snyder Dixon

Runners’ feet crave special attention. Rev up your pedicure business by catering to those clients who run for fun or fitness. A foot is a runner’s first point of impact — you can be their first line of defense against injury, through service and education.

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The Underlying Problem

by Michelle Pratt

Most of us have been affected by trauma to the nail — a car door, a hammer, even marathon training. If you haven’t experienced it directly, you’ve more than likely seen a client with a subungual hematoma. Learn when to leave it alone, when you can apply an enhancement, and when to refer the client to a doctor.

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Prevent Pincer Nails

by Michelle Pratt

This all-too-common condition is often attributable to poor filing. You may not be aware of it, but if you are an experienced nail tech it’s likely your keen eye and meticulous work have prevented clients from the pain of pincer nails.

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Here’s the Scoop (Scoop Nails, That Is)

by Michelle Pratt

Spoon nails are so common, techs may not even recognize the mildest cases. Although they may indicate a more serious problem, spoon nails often are nothing more than an aesthetic nuisance that can be made beautiful with an overlay.

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When Darker Isn’t Better

by Jayna Rust

These black bands aren’t worn for power. The dark bands on nails, melanonychia, are often harmless, but they can also be signs of cancer.

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