Gel Nails

New Instagram account @tagthemanicurist demands that editorial nail techs receive credit for their work. In February, more than two dozen high- profile nail techs found themselves tagged in a post from @tagthemanicurist, a new Instagram account. The initial post posed the question: “Do you ever notice who is tagged in celebrity social media posts? You’ll […]

Given the popularity of booth rental, the significant impact of last year’s California Supreme Court decision known as Dynamex on the beauty industry proved difficult to manage. When booth rental is no longer a legal option, what can beauty professionals opt for aside from employment or salon ownership? Legislation authored by assembly member Lorena Gonzales, […]

Valentine’s Day 3-D Acrylic Roses nail art Step by Step Tutorials Sharpen your design skills! NAILPRO breaks tons of manicures into easy-to-follow steps to help you build your confidence in nail art. Step 1: 1. To prep, apply a thin layer of acrylic. Step 2: 2. Apply two coats of gel polish, curing between each […]

Cast your mind back to 2010, where you spent the majority of your time on your sofa, switching between Glee and Jersey Shore. In between studying Vinny Guadagnino’s eyebrows and performing your own rendition of Don’t Stop Believing, you probably found yourself painting your nails, because although Instagram was definitely not a thing, nail art […]

Valentine’s Day 3-D Acrylic Roses nail art Step by Step Tutorials Sharpen your design abilities! NAILPRO breaks tons of manicures into simple-to-observe steps that can assist you construct your confidence in nail artwork. Step 1: 1. To prep, apply a skinny layer of acrylic. Step 2: 2. Apply two coats of gel polish, curing between […]

Essie knows how to kick off Pride Month! The brand announced their partnership with figure skater, TV personality and beauty enthusiast Jonathan Van Ness to encourage expression and inclusivity. Did we mention that he is their first non-female partner? The match-made-in-heaven partnership opted to create a colorful nail art look promoting individuality. On his Instagram […]

Co-founders Tiffany Jacobs and Megan Merkosky launched Peppi Gel together to change up the nail game and create a community of nail enthusiasts. Here, we talked details with the dream duo to find out what inspired the launch. RELATED: Daily Inspo Celebrity Manicurist Stephanie Stone What inspired you to launch Peppi Gel? Tiffany Jacobs: Megan—AKA […]

Tortoiseshell is having a major moment. The latest way to wear it? On your nails, no less. Whether you go for an all over high gloss lacquer finish, or mix it up with alternative nude and printed nails (we’re personally into adding gold leaf on ours), tortoiseshell nails are going to be big for 2019. […]

When it comes to spa manicures and pedicures, portion control and sanitation are a must—which is what makes preportioned kits such a boon for nail techs. Salt of the Earth takes this concept a step further with its Blend Box, a spa service that incorporates the client’s sense of smell, touch and sight for a […]

21 chrome nails that prove this is the biggest manicure trend right now Come Discover why The Elysian Boutique is Height’s Best Nail Bar for Manicures