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May 2012 Volume 30, No. 4

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Features 136 6 Salon Makeovers That May Just Inspire You to Pick Up a Hammer Beware: After viewing these before and after photos, whatever excuse you had for not completing that renovation project may go out the window (which coincidentally now needs to be replaced, so get on that)! You and your clients may find joy in a beautifully redone space.

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146 Advertising in the Age of Information Overload You want to market to clients but can’t figure out how to get the most bang for your buck. How do you make the most of all the advertising mediums open to you? 150 The Soak-Offs Of Spring Show your clients that you’re the queen of gel-fashion by offering them the latest seasonal colors in their favorite soak-off brand. Whether it’s gel-polish or a traditional potted soak-off, a perfect pastel nail can make a lasting impression.

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158 Competing in Seoul: The Fighting Spirit Seoul, South Korea is a fantastic city full of life. As one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, the city was a perfect backdrop for the 6th Annual Global Nail Cup. 162 I Honor My Mother In celebration of Mother’s Day, we asked nail techs to create a single tip with nail art in honor of their moms.

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80 Demos Step-by-steps from AmericaNails and Akzéntz 84 Signature Services Step-by-steps for an Almond Cherry Renewal Mother’s Day Pedicure and a Lavender Bliss Bio Sculpture Spa Pedicure 88 Just My Opinion Canadian-based owner of The Academy of Nail Design Jennifer McKittrick asks: Why don’t American state boards allow online training?

114 Reader to Reader Do you practice what you preach when it comes to having impeccable nails? (If yes, how do you ﬁt it into your busy schedule?) 116 The Promise of the Prom Set Getting teens prepared for their big day can mean more than a one-time client. It can mark the beginning of a relationship that lasts for years. 120 Salon Proﬁle Nail Candy Lounge gives clients out-ofthe-box nails and all the sweets they can eat. This small Monterey, Calif.-based salon made a big splash in the fashion world last year with its snakeskin pedicure.

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98 Nail Art Studio Step-by-steps on new nail art designs 102 Behind the Scenes Find out how to do the nails that are on this month’s cover. 106 Boutique: Music Accessories Give clients an excuse to jazz up their electronic style with eclectic earbuds, hand-sewn iPod armbands, and more.

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130 Under the Microscope: Lichen Planus Lichen planus is an inﬂammatory skin condition that can affect the nails as well as most other parts of the body. 132 Lower Your Exposure to Salon Chemicals Seattle’s Healthy Nail Salon Project reaches out to salon workers to offer education and training on safe practices. 134 Secret Ingredient: Acrylic Brushes A closer look at the materials that are used to make your acrylic brush.

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{on my mind} Many thanks to my Swiss-born tour guide — and nail tech extraordinaire — Elsbeth Schuetz for showing me the nail ropes on my trip. (And for taking me up to the Swiss Alps for fondue!)

Nails Are a Universal Language Earlier this spring I skipped out on my usual March jaunt to Chicago for America’s Beauty Show (don’t worry, NAILS was still wellrepresented in my absence thanks to Cyndy, Sree, and Michelle).

Instead I headed a bit farther east, first to Zurich for Beauty Forum Swiss, and then to Düsseldorf, Germany, for Beauty International Düsseldorf. The Swiss show was much smaller than the German show but both were enlightening in their similarities — and differences — from each other and from U.S.-based shows. As it turns out, nails are nails, no matter what country you’re in. I say this, not as something revelatory, but simply to reinforce what we probably all know is true. Even though I don’t speak a word of German (or Swiss German), I felt right at home at the beauty shows, in the salons I visited, and with the nail people I met. We can all come together — whatever language we speak — to realize there are some universal truths about doing nails. 1. A quality nail service in one country is a quality nail service in another country. I visited a salon in Grenchen, Switzerland, and received an amazing gel pedicure. The nail techs used primarily OPI products, including the new GelColor, and it was a great experience. (Not to mention, the Swatch watch factory was right outside the window…how’s that for teen nostalgia?) While there isn’t a proliferation of discount salons on every corner like in the U.S., there is still competition to offer the best services possible. And brand-name products are important to techs so they can do just that. 2. Nail techs want to be taken seriously and treated as professionals. It’s a fact that most countries outside of the United States do not have a licensing system in place for nail techs. But no matter where I travel, instituting licensing or educational standards is the focus of many international nail professionals. Nail distributor Marlise Kölliker, who I spent time with in Switzerland, started the Swiss National Association of Nails and the goal of their group is make a national nail exam a reality. 3. Industry people are drawn to cool, out-there nail styles, but they aren’t necessarily the clients’ choice. Well-known nail artists from all over the world were doing demos on the show floor, and there were large groups gathered around to see the elaborate nail designs. But many nail techs told me they only wear those long, jazzy nails for the shows, and many more told me those styles aren’t oftrequested by their clients. A simple nail art style or short- to medium-length solid color is still the preference for many salon clients. 4. Gels are really popular. Sure, gels have always been more popular in Europe than the United States, but the new generation of gels is proving to reinforce gels as the enhancement product of choice for many European nail techs. Gel-polish is also booming in popularity, but likely lacking in key education, from what I witnessed at the two shows. 5. Everyone loves a little sparkle. No matter how professional the trade show, or how big the nail booths (and these were some double-decker booths with VIP areas that would rival any hair care booth in the U.S.), show attendees still flock to the “accessories” booths that are filled with sparkly jewelry, knock-off bags, scarves, and other fun boutique type items. (The show in Germany actually had an entire hall dedicated to these booths.) Sure, there are many differences too (pedicures are just starting to be more common as a salon service in many European countries, and Swiss nail techs charge a whole heck of a lot more than their American counterparts) but I’ll cover those more in next month’s issue when I do a full report on both shows. For now, let’s all sing “Kumbaya” and realize that distance is only a number and we’re all a lot closer than we think.

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KEEPING UP WITH THE STYLE Thanks NAILS for helping ng keep us on top of the latest trends. The gold nails on your March h cover were just like the ones all the celebrities have been n wearing at the awards shows this spring. I love seeing thee latest colors so I can offer them to my clients when they see them in the pictures in the gossip mags.

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MORE ON REFLEXOLOGY Reflexology is not massage. Reflexology is defined as a non-invasive complementary practice involving the use of alternating pressure applied to the reflexes within the reflex maps of the body located on the feet, hands, and outer ears. Reflexology has its own history, vocabulary, theories, and techniques separate from any other profession. It works primarily with reflexes through the nervous systems, not through the musculature. The effect of reflexology is seen at a distance from where the pressure is applied with the intent being to bring the body into balance through the relaxation process. Reflexology as a profession has its own: Schools and educational programs with hours of reflexology training that surpass what is taught in cosmetology schools as reflexology along with an organization setting educational, teacher, and curriculum standards; Its own state, national, and international reflexology organizations; A national certification program designed to protect the public through the recognition of competent practitioners meeting certain standards; Over 300 separate research studies from around the world to prove the efficacy and safety of reflexology. Three states have a reflexology law. Separate category designated at the National Institutes of Health: the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. To include reflexology as a spa service without proper training is to do a disservice to reflexology and the public. More and more people recognize what true reflexology is and feels like, please

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Managing Editor Sree Roy Sree.Roy@bobit.com

be sure you are not misrepresenting yourself and falsely advertising services to your clients.

Christine Issel

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Features Editor Judy Lessin Judy.Lessin@bobit.com Senior Editor Tim Crowley Tim.Crowley@bobit.com Editorial Assistant Brittni Rubin Brittni.Rubin@bobit.com Contributing Writers Michelle Pratt, Erin Snyder Dixon Art Director Danielle Parisi Danielle.Parisi@bobit.com Associate Art Director Ajay Peckham Ajay.Peckham@bobit.com

THIRD-GENERATION G O TECH C I just wanted to share a cute picture of my granddaughter. She is 2 and has been hanging around long enough to know what to do. She is a third-generation nail technician.

Charlotte Mays

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Graphic Artist Kimberly Pham Kim.Pham@bobit.com Production Manager Carla Benavidez Carla.Benavidez@bobit.com Western Sales Manager Michelle Mullen, (310) 533-2465 Michelle.Mullen@bobit.com Eastern Sales Manager Mary Baughman, (562) 377-0465 Mary.Baughman@bobit.com Marketing/eMedia Coordinator Myla Diaz Myla.Diaz@bobit.com Audience Marketing Manager Katie Fillingame For subscription inquiries: (888) NAILS-44, bobitpubs@halldata.com

MORE ANIMAL PRINT I was inspired by Joanne Millar’s Safari Nails featured in Nail Art Studio in your March issue. I did this design on my nails because I love animal print. Thanks for all of the great tips and ideas NAILS.

Send business and editorial correspondence to: 3520 Challenger St., Torrance, CA 90503 (310) 533-2507 Fax www.nailsmag.com Chairman Edward J. Bobit CEO/President Ty F. Bobit Chief Financial Officer Richard E. Johnson

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WHERE CAN I FIND?

I am looking for an older article from your magazine. It listed all the different nail companies, the criteria they were looking for in hiring an educator, and contact info if you were interested in applying for a job with them. I am a nail tech with 16-plus years’ experience looking to do something different and fun. ALISHA MULVANEY Via e-mail

Editor’s Note: Hi Alisha. You can find the article entitled “Nail Passions Fulfilled: Becoming an Educator” in the August 2010 issue. I got an e-mail a while back offering a book about how to start and manage your own salon. I can’t ﬁnd it listed and wondered if it might still be available and how much it costs? Someday I would like to have my own salon but want to get all the facts I can. FAY BAYNE Via e-mail

Editor’s Note: Hi Fay. NAILS Magazine’s Salon Start-Up Guide is available as a downloadable PDF for $12.95 on our store. Just go to store.nailsmag.com and click on Business Tools on the left navigation bar.

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W What do a nail tech from Canada ((Lauren), Iowa (Holly), and Oregon ( (Tanya) have in common? R Reading NAILS Magazine in Honolulu, what else?

Do you answer your cell phone if it rings while you’re with a client? Yes, always (or almost always) Yes, if it’s a business call; no, if it’s personal

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We asked. You answered. Log on to www. nailsmag.com to answer this month’s question and check back here to see what other nail techs have to say.

Do you have a picture of yourself reading NAILS Magazine? Send a pic to Hannah.Lee@ bobit.com and make sure to include your name, salon name, city, state, and a brief synopsis of what’s going on in the photo (where you are, what you’re there for).

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Light Elegance Debuts New Logo, New Look Have you seen it? In January, Light Elegance Nail Products launched a new logo and tag line. The logo — a laboratory beaker ﬁlled with pink liquid and emitting ﬂoating pink bubbles — represents the Light Elegance legacy of formulating and manufacturing its products on site with its own chemist, co-founder Jim McConnell. Of course, the graphic mark still had to be “light” and “elegant” so the color had to be the company’s trademark pink. The tag line was changed to “we’ve got great chemistry” to underscore not only the in-house manufacturing but the close relationships Light Elegance has with its nail techs.

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47% nail techs who have been doing nails for 10 years or more

38% nail techs who receive insurance through their spouse

34% nail techs required to follow a dress code or wear a uniform

Find more industry statistics at www.nailsmag.com/market-research. >>>

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The Mani-Cure Project Aids Women Battling Cancer Nail tech Sam Rivenbark started The Mani-Cure Project in 2009 to help women with cancer. “I go into the homes of women currently battling cancer and give them a manicure and pedicure once a month at no cost and the implements and products that are used on them are left with them to ensure the highest level of sanitation,” she says. “Out of respect, when I go into these women’s homes I always cover my hair in a hair wrap. I do not wear gloves. The women already feel segregated because of their diagnoses and that human-tohuman contact during the massage allows them to feel normal even if it is for only 10 minutes. I never knew how much a manicure and pedicure could change someone’s life until I began doing this. I cry with these women and laugh and let them know that I am here for them to make them feel pretty and special and I love every second of it.” Cancer has been a big part of her life, says Rivenbark. “My mother was diagnosed with cervical cancer the day I was born. My Grams died of ovarian cancer in 2006, and my motherin-law was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008. I noticed with my grandmother that the chemotherapy was causing her nails to thicken up and ﬂake. I gave her a mani and pedi every week during the two years that she fought and I learned that that little bit of care made it so much easier for her to ﬁght. I decided then, at 17, I knew what I had to do.” In 2009 she received her licensed and opened up her salon, Edenton, N.C.-based East Coast Acrylic and set out to raise support for The ManiCure Project. “Not many people get to do what they love for a living. For me, every day I live my dream of helping women during their battle so that one day together as women we will win the war against cancer,” she says.

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Nadene Bruders has helped hundreds of people pass the California Cosmetology, Esthetician, and Manicurist state board exams. Drawing from 39 years of experience in the cosmetology industry, Bruders has developed and published three comprehensive guidebooks to prepare manicurists, cosmetologists, and estheticians for the practical and written parts of the exam. Score! How to Pass the California Manicurist State Board Exam is packed with illustrations to help students visualize the techniques required to pass the exam. Also included with the guidebook is a CD to prepare students for the written portion. “Passing the state board license exam to some is a terrifying experience that students have to go through before they can continue with the rest of their manicurist lives; this book has been developed to help you overcome that fear,” says Bruders. “It is personal and user-friendly, containing all of the information that you need in one place.” For more information, go to www.californiastateboard.com.

LaMagna Speaks In his book Raising Eyebrows — A Failed Entrepreneur Finally Gets It Right, Dal LaMagna tells the story of his rise in the beauty industry starting with one pair of tweezers and building it into Tweezerman, the beloved beauty tool line of beauty professionals worldwide. Here LaMagna — known as a forward-thinking employer — shares his top six people policies for business owners: > If you want a partner, get two. Then you’ll always be able to get decisions made. > Make your business good for everyone, from employees to suppliers. > Be 100% transparent with your workers about all company expenditures. > Share the proﬁt. > Don’t blame others when things go wrong; seek solutions. > Share company problems with employees — and solicit their help. You can buy Raising Eyebrows at www.reelubooks.com or visit www.dallamagna.com for more information. >>>

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We made the switch from “manicurist” to “nail technician” to reﬂect a more professional image. Yet to some clients, we’ll always be their nail “girl.” We asked nail techs if this somewhat-less-than-respectful term was OK with them.

I don’t object, but I feel we have gone through further education to do our craft and deserve to be acknowledged for that. One of my ladies affectionately calls me her “nail therapist.”

Jilleen Wallace-Jones

Nail It, Murwillumbah, Australia

a “nail girl,” but most of my clients become friends, and I don’t think I would mind if they called me that. I’d probably just strike a superhero pose and say, “Nail Girl, here to save the day!” and laugh.

Heather M. Mellott

their manicurist. I take it as a compliment that I am “their” anything, because that means that they are loyal to me.

Sarah Varley

Hands and Feet Face and Body Salon, Fairhaven, Mass.

Bella Vita Salon and Day Spa, Leavenworth, Kan.

I call myself a nail specialist. Manicurist is acceptable as well. I can’t stand being called a nail girl or nail tech.

Kelly Potthast

Brick Haus Salon, Jacksonville, Fla.

I rent space with two other women who refer to me as the nail girl. I hate it! I prefer nail artist myself.

Kimberly Ensign

Acrylic Enhancements, Normal, Ill.

I do not like to be called “nail girl.” Personally I think it is rude and degrading.

I don’t mind the term at all. I find it amusing seeing as it’s usually “my nail girl rocks.”

Sharon Naomi

Tips and Toes, Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada

I actually prefer “nail goddess,” but nail girl works too. I know I’m a professional and obviously so do my guests.

Dominique Redmon

Belle Vie Salon & Wellness, Lacey, Wash.

My clients can call me whatever they want just as long as their checks don’t bounce.

Nail girl, nail lady, nail tech, manicurist…whatever as long as “awesome” comes before it.

Lynette’s Complete Hair Care, North Kingstown, R.I.

Sarah Chrane Godfrey

My younger clients call me their “nail girl,” my older clients refer to me as “the girl that does their nails,” and my more “sophisticated” clients call me

Nails by Sarah, Kingsland, Texas

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Jessica-Marie Ellison

Jolie Beauty Bar and Supply, Toronto

Lien Huynh

Healing Waters Health Spa & Salon, Wilkesboro, N.C.

I don’t know about you all, but I don’t go to the dentist and ask for the tooth boy. I know that’s a little serious sounding. However, we deserve the respect we have earned as educated professionals.

Beth Clarke

I just turned 55 years old and do not mind being called “nail girl” at all. I use the term “nail tech,” but it really doesn’t bother me if my client says nail girl. Life is too short to worry about little things like that.

Vickie Foster

European Body Wraps, Olive Branch, Miss.

I get nail lady or nail girl a lot, and one client refers to me as her nail girl/ therapist. She tells people I’m the best, cheaper than a therapist, and her nails look as good as she feels when she leaves. >>>

Jennifer Lynch

Tangles, Hair and Nails, West Chester, Pa.

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Competitions Added to the Networking Event of the Smokies John Hauk is hosting three new competitions at the fifth Nail Tech Networking Event of the Smokies, which will be held at the downtown Gatlinburg Convention Center on June 24-25. Categories for John Hauk’s Smoky Mountain Trilogy Competitions are Salon Style Nails, 3-D Nail Art, and Gel Color. These competitions were designed for Hauk novices and students, and new competitors are encouraged to enter. Competitors must purchase an event ticket in order to enter the nail competitions. Visit www.nailtechevent.com for updates on the networking event and the competitions. For a complete set of competition rules, contact John Hauk at USAnailpro@aol.com or call (937) 901-1531.

Artistic Nail Design Seeks Educators

Artistic Nail Design is looking to recruit motivated nail technicians to join its education team. If you are interested in expanding your career and skills, you may want to explore being part of this rapidly growing brand. You need to have at least two years of salon experience and be proﬁcient in both acrylic and gel applications. For more information, contact the company at education@artisticnaildesign.com.

European Touch Bought By E Touch ch Holding

E Touch Holding Company has acquired the assets of pedicure spa manufacturer European Touch Holding, Inc. Milwaukee-based European Touch has been serving the nail grooming, salon, and spa industries since 1985. E Touch Holding Company is an affiliate of CPC Laboratories Inc. “The affiliation of E Touch Holding Company and CPC Laboratories will expand and streamline the product offering for both companies allowing Holz for cross marketing and consolidation opportunities, which will serve the future of both companies and their customers,” says Alicia Campos, chairperson of CPC Laboratories. Campos has appointed Dawn Holz to the position of president of European Touch. Holz, an 11-year veteran with European Touch, recently held the position of vice president of sales. Holz is looking forward to moving the company forward, improving brand awareness, and focusing on new and improved marketing initiatives. She has already launched a new catalog and is working diligently on a new marketing campaign.

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America’s Beauty Show Celebrates Centennial On March 3-5, Cosmetologists Chicago (CC) invited the entire salon industry to celebrate the 100th anniversary of America’s Beauty Show in Chicago. Cementing the centennial milestone, Mayor of Chicago Rahm Emanuel and Illinois Governor Pat Quinn recognized the contributions CC has made to promote, grow, and support the professional salon industry and declared the weekend

Lodaat (an acronym for “living one day at a time”) makes a wide array of reﬂexology products, and Rajiv Khatau showed attendees how they work.

“Cosmetologists Chicago Days” in Chicago and the entire state of Illinois, respectively. To enhance the McCormick Place experience for exhibitors and attendees, Mayor Emanuel permanently adopted the labor union work reforms that allow for greater ﬂexibility and cost savings for exhibitors and attendees including reduced parking rates and free Wi-Fi throughout the facility.

Gayle Snell and Melissa Hoogendoorn are excited about the seasonal color collections coming out from new nail polish brand Venique.

Sarah Burel, Stu Ludlow, Carla Bernard, Malinda Haggerty, and Julia Tucker worked the NSI booth.

Joe Galati stands by Continuum Footspas’ Vantage, a pedicure spa with a woodgrain formica curved arch that gives it the distinguished Continuum look.

Newton Luu talked about LeChat’s upcoming Perfect Match gel polish collections.

The Nail Superstore’s Kevin Huynh shows the company’s new website template for nail salons. This new offering means salon owners simply complete a spreadsheet with their salon’s information, then The Nail Superstore team will upload it into a nicely formatted website for you.

Attendee Cory Doggendorf tries out Belava’s noplumbing Embrace Chair. Latre Lawson, Krystle Jones, Kelley Palmer, and Candid Rogers don Trendy Nail Wraps’ new Trendy Lip Wraps.

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Licensed nail tech and nail art blogger (astrowifey.wordpress.com) Ashley Crowe and NAILS’ Sree Roy were excited to ﬁnally meet each other in person.

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May – June 2012

CITY OF HOPE

CLASSIC COLORS WITH A CAUSE

MINNIE MOUSE by OPI

NEW BRIGHTS THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN BY OPI

Domestic Edition Spider-Man, the Character™ & ©2012 Marvel Characters, Inc. is being used by OPI Products, Inc., solely with the permission of Columbia Tristar Marketing Group, Inc., for promotional purposes only, and not as a trademark for any nail care products. The Amazing Spider-Man, the Movie ©2012 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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OPI CELEBRATES THE MOTION PICTURE RELEASE, IN THEATERS JULY 3 OPI captures the vivid colors and fabulous adventure of the Sony release of The Amazing Spider-Man starring Andrew GarďŹ eld and Emma Stone with seven new shades for the holidays and beyond! The Amazing Spider-Man collection includes a stunning range of red, gold and sage, and a villainous Shatter the Scales to add a little edge.

Shatter the Scales

Your Web or Mine?

Into the Night

Call Me Gwen-ever

Just Spotted the Lizard

My Boyfriend Scales Walls

Number One Nemesis

A villainous deep green shimmer with a shattered ďŹ nish. NL E66

The perfect pink for sticky situations. NL M33

This perfect midnight blue was made for prowling. NL M34

Girlfriend, be sure to pick up when this urgent coral calls. NL M35

Be seen in this reptilian yellow-green. NL M36

Climb to new heights with this cityscape white. NL M37

Show your metal in this sparkling nickel. NL M38

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|3 Spider-Man Edition A OPI Item No. DC M01 12 – Nail Lacquers (2 of 6 shades) 1 – chipboard counter display 1 – color palette with chain and label Salon Price ................$ 49.95 U.S. Total Retail Value .........$ 102.00 U.S. Salon Proﬁt ...................$ 52.05 U.S.

$ 64.95 CAN $ 119.40 CAN $ 54.45 CAN

Spider-Man Edition A+ OPI Item No. DC M02 24 – Nail Lacquers (4 each of 6 shades) 1 – chipboard counter display 1 – color palette with chain and label Display Dimensions: 10.5" H x 19" W x 9" D • 27 cm H x 31 cm W x 23 cm D

Salon Price ................$ 94.95 U.S. Total Retail Value .........$ 204.00 U.S. Salon Proﬁt ...................$ 109.05 U.S.

$ 119.95 CAN $ 238.80 CAN $ 118.85 CAN

Spider-Man Edition C OPI Item No. DC M03 36 - Nail Lacquers: (6 each of 6 shades) 1 - acrylic counter display with printed header 1 - color palette with chain and label Display Dimensions: 12.75" H 9.5" W 6.75" D • 33 cm H x 25 cm W x 18 cm D

Salon Price ................$ 149.95 U.S. Total Retail Value .........$ 306.00 U.S. Salon Proﬁt ...................$ 156.05 U.S.

$ 187.50 CAN $ 358.20 CAN $ 170.70 CAN

Shatter the Scales Display OPI Item No. DC M05 8 – Nail Lacquer: Shatter the Scales 1 – chipboard counter display 1 – color palette with chain and label Display Dimensions: 7.5" H x 5.25" W 5.5" D • 19 cm H x 14 cm W x 14 cm D

Salon Price ..................$ 34.00 U.S. Total Retail Value ...........$ 68.00 U.S. Salon Proﬁt .....................$ 34.00 U.S.

$ 42.50 CAN $ 79.60 CAN $ 37.10 CAN

Spider-Man Mini Pack OPI Item No. DC M04 Includes 1/8 Fl. Oz. Each: Your Web or Mine? Into the Night Number One Nemesis Just Spotted the Lizard Mini Pack Dimensions: 6" H x 4.5" W x 1" D • 16 cm H x 12 cm W x 13 cm D

Salon Price ...................$ 6.50 U.S. Suggested Retail Price .....$12.50 U.S.

$ 8.50 CAN $14.95 CAN

Display artwork is subject to change. For more information about Spider-Man Brights by OPI, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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WHO WANTS A She’s ﬂirty. She’s stylish. She’s totally fa-"mouse." And now her irresistible charm is yours to enjoy! Just like her universally adored character, Minnie Mouse by OPI captures Minnie's carefree spirit and iconic style of Minnie with four playfully pretty shades of red and pink—the perfect complement to the season’s bold, color-soaked patterns and ultra-feminine frocks that are brightening up runways around the world.

"The happy-go-lucky pinks, red and magenta look absolutely gorgeous against summer skin," says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI VP & Artistic Director. "And whether you pair them with a sundress and ﬂip ﬂops, or a mini-dress and open-toe wedges, each shade adds an instant burst of vibrant, feel-good color to your look!"

The "mouse"-have shades for summer are inspired by everyone’s favorite little ﬂirt— Minnie Mouse! Who else? Minnie Mouse 18-piece Counter Display Promotion OPI Item No. DD M07 18 - Nail Lacquers: 5 – Nothin’ Mousie ‘bout It 5 – If You Moust You Moust 4 – The Color of Minnie 4 – I’m All Ears 1 - chipboard counter display 1 - color palette with chain and label Display Dimensions: 12.75” H x 11” W x 11” D • 33 cm H x 28 cm W x 28 cm D

Salon Price ................$ 74.95 U.S. Total Retail Value .........$ 153.00 U.S. Salon Proﬁt ...................$ 78.05 U.S.

Display Artwork Subject to Change

$ 93.75 CAN $ 179.10 CAN $ 85.35 CAN

Available June For more information about Minnie Mouse Summer Promotion by OPI, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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Nothin’ Mousie ‘bout It Don't squeak it—SHOUT IT! This confetti light pink is tops! NL M13

I’m All Ears Tell me how much you love this magenta shimmer. NL M14

If You Moust You Moust You gotta pink what you gotta pink. NL M15

Open Stock Nail Lacquer

The Color of Minnie

Salon Price ....................$ 4.25 U.S. Suggested Retail Price ......$ 8.50 U.S.

You had this little mouse at "red."

$ 5.50 CAN $ 9.95 CAN

NL M16

Available June For more information about Minnie Mouse Summer Promotion by OPI, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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WITH THE SPIRIT OF LIFE AWARD

Saturday, July 21, 2012 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas—the same weekend as Cosmoprof 2012 in Las Vegas. THE GOAL

Raise over 5 million dollars! to help find new treatments and a cure for diabetes. George is matching 2.5 million dollars on behalf of the George W. Schaeffer Endowment for Innovation in Diabetes Research.

“A PARTY YOU WON’T FORGET!” Hosted by George W. Schaeffer, CAN’T ATTEND BUT WANT TO GIVE?

TEXT

GIVEHOPE GIVELOVE to make a $10 donation, or

Founder, President and CEO of OPI Products Inc. and Aloxxi Intl.

An unforgettable evening filled with fun, great food and extraordinary entertainment featuring Grammy winners and music icons

DONNA SUMMER

to make a $5 donation

and

TO 27722 AND DONATE TODAY!

AL GREEN

$5.00 or $10.00 donation to City of Hope. Charges will appear on your wireless bill, or be deducted from your prepaid balance. All purchases must be authorized by account holder. Must be 18 years of age or have parental permission to participate. Message and Data Rates May Apply. Text STOP to 27722 to STOP. Text HELP to 27722 for HELP. Full Terms: mGive.org/T

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AFTER ALL IT’S VEGAS! For more information about the City of Hope George W. Schaeffer Endowment for Innovation in Diabetes Research, visit us at: http://www.cityofhope.org/npsi US 501(c)(3) (ID#95-3435919)

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FIGHT AGAINST

DIABETES PURCHASE CITY OF HOPE DISPLAY OR TEXT YOUR DONATION INSTANTLY! Looking for a way to make a genuine difference in someone’s life? Feature the four OPI City of Hope Nail Lacquers in your salon to build support for the research and treatment of diabetes. City of Hope by OPI features four classic OPI colors—Cajun Shrimp, Strawberry Margarita, Bubble Bath and You Don’t Know Jacques— making it easy for customers to support a great cause and take home their favorite shades at the same time.

Fifty cents of every bottle sold is donated to City of Hope for the research and treatment of diabetes.

City of Hope Display Promotion OPI Item No. DD C04 12 - Nail Lacquers 3 - Cajun Shrimp 3 - Strawberry Margarita 3 - Bubble Bath 3 - You Don't Know Jacques 1 - chipboard counter display Display Dimensions: 11" H (incl. bottles) x 12.25" W x 7.75" D 28 cm (incl. bottles) H x 32 cm W x 20 cm D

Salon Price ................$ 49.95 U.S. Total Retail Value .........$ 102.00 U.S. Salon Proﬁt ...................$ 52.05 U.S.

Each display represents

$6 DONATED toward ﬁnding new treatments and a cure for diabetes. Each display includes 1 entry form for a chance to

SCAN TO LEARN MORE

WIN A TICKET to the Spirit of Life® Dinner and the Las Vegas Cosmoprof Beauty Show! (A $610.00 value!) Sponsored by NAILPRO and AMERICAN SALON. Offer does not include transportation and lodging.

THIS PROMOTION IS AVAILABLE IN THE UNITED STATES ONLY For more information about the City of Hope Promotion by OPI, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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TWO MORE fabulous nippers NEW OPI MINI CUTICLE NIPPER

SLEEKLY REDESIGNED MINI CUTICLE NIPPER • IMPROVED precision, professional performance • High-quality, disinfectable 420 grade stainless steel • NEW Sleek, comfortable contours • Convenient compact size • IMPROVED, retractable spring for double or single-edge use • Long-lasting and economical

Chrome Mini Nipper OPI Item No. IM 283 Display Dimensions: 4.75" H x 3.375" W x 1.25" D • 12 cm H x 8.6 cm W x 3.2 cm D

U.S.

CAN

Salon Price ...............................$ 9.95 Suggested Retail Each ............$ 17.50

$ 12.50 $ 21.95

Available June For more information about the new OPI Mini Cuticle Nipper, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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to add to the mix! NEW LIMITED EDITION DESIGN

Fashion meets function in OPI’s sleekly redesigned Mini Cuticle Nipper

now available in limited-edition lavender. • IMPROVED precision, professional performance • High-quality, disinfectable stainless steel • NEW sleek, comfortable contours • Convenient compact size • IMPROVED, retractable spring for double or single-edge use • Limited-edition, color-splashed handles • Long-lasting and economical *Available while supplies last

Lavender Mini Nipper OPI Item No. IM 282 Display Dimensions: 5" H x 5" W x 1.75" D • 12.7 cm H x 12.7 cm W x 4.5 cm D

U.S.

CAN

Salon Price ...............................$ 9.95 Suggested Retail Each ............$ 17.50

$ 12.50 $ 21.95

Limited Edition is Available in June, While Supplies Last. For more information about the new limited-edition OPI Mini Cuticle Nipper, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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Apply Pure Lacquer Nail Apps: • Apply App starting at cuticle area • Pull ﬁrmly over free edge and smooth • Pull strip down to remove excess

Polish on GelColor Top Coat: • Shake bottle vigorously • Polish on thin coat, capping free edges

Cure 30 seconds** • Remove residue with N.A.S. 99 • Finish with Avoplex Oil and Lotion

*For complete GelColor by OPI Nail Prep, Application and Removal instructions, log on as a professional at www.opi.com. ** Cure 30 seconds using OPI LED Light; 3 minutes with Axxium UV Light.

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AP 100 Rattlesnake

AP 103 Peacock

AP 110 Fishnet

AP 107 Parisian

AP 106 Reptile

AP 104 Floral

AP 105 Pink & Black Lace

AP 101 Metallic Waves

AP 109 Sequins

AP 102 Geometric Sparkle

AP 113 Zig Zag Sparkle

AP 111 AP 114 Gold Lace Pink & Silver Lace

AP 112 Girly Glam

Available in 7 dreamy creams and 7 sensational shimmer designs!

Pure Lacquer Nail Apps Open Stock Salon Price .........................$ 5.95 U.S.

$ 7.95 CAN

Nail Apps Creams Display

Nail Apps Shimmers Display

OPI Item No. AP D02

OPI Item No. AP D03

4 Each: Floral Fishnet Pink & Black Lace Reptile Peacock Parisian Rattlesnake 1 - Choose Your Style chipboard counter display

4 Each: Zig Zag Sparkle Geometric Sparkle Pink & Silver Lace Gold Lace Girly Glam Sequins Metallic Waves 1 - Choose Your Style chipboard counter display

Display Dimensions: 11.5" H x 10.5" x W 25" D • 30 cm H x 27 cm W x 14 cm D

Salon Price ......................................................................................................................................................................................................$ 149.95 U.S. Total Value..........................................................................................................................................................................................................$ 166.60 U.S.

$ 209.93 CAN $ 222.60 CAN

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MORE ICONIC OPI COLORS YOU LOVE! 12 NEW GELCOLOR BY OPI SHADES

the thrill-seekers OPI Item No. GC 915

I Eat Mainely Lobster (GC T30) Color to Diner For (GC T25) Are We There Yet? (GC T23) My Address is Hollywood (GC T31) Honk if You Love OPI(GCT28) Road House Blues (GC T32) Tabletop Instructional Brochure Blank Color Palette

Salon Price ................$ 74.95 U.S. Salon Value ..................$ 105.00 U.S.

$ 99.95 CAN $ 135.00 CAN

the impressionists OPI Item No. GC 919

Did You 'Ear About Van Gogh? (GC H54) I Have a Herring Problem (GC H58) Wooden Shoe Like to Know (GC H64) Thanks a Windmillion (GC H62) Pedal Faster Suzi! (GC H60) Vampsterdam (GC H63) Tabletop Instructional Brochure Blank Color Palette

$ 99.95 CAN $ 135.00 CAN

new add-on kits

Salon Price ................$ 74.95 U.S. Salon Value ..................$ 105.00 U.S.

Individual Shades Salon Price ................$ 17.50 U.S.

$ 22.50 CAN

*Colors subject to change. For more information about GelColor by OPI, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your local Authorized OPI Distributor.

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RETAIL!

OPI RINGS IN

Today’s bride knows exactly what she wants—and that includes manicures and pedicures with OPI for her big day! Make the most of your bridal bookings with OPI May/June retail promotions, each wedding-themed

TRAY 1

and beautifully packaged with OPI favorites and musthave bonuses. Perfect for brides, bridesmaids, and any woman who wants to say "I do!" to beautiful hands and nails. Don’t miss the big event!

TRAY 2

Promo Center Display OPI Item No. SR 540

Ask your distributor how you can earn this display for FREE!

TRAY 3

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Salon Price ............................................$ 250.00

$ 299.00

Bonus! OPI Item No. SR D44

Bonus: When you purchase four Prepack Trays (two of #1; one each of #2 and #3), you’ll receive one pack from each promotion tray FREE!

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Salon Price .............................................$ 378.00 Retail Value ...............................................$ 780.60 Potential Salon Proﬁt ................................$ 402.60

$ 484.80 $ 917.55 $ 432.75

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Great Match Purchase: 1 – 15 mL – .5 Fl. Oz. Original Nail Envy Natural Nail Strengthener Maximum strength formula for longer, stronger, harder nails – with no splitting, peeling, breaking.

Get FREE: 1 – 15 mL – .5 Fl. Oz. Avoplex Nail & Cuticle Replenishing Oil Moisturizes & conditions cuticles and nails.

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Salon Price ............................................. $ 102.00 Salon Price Each........................................ $ 8.50 Suggested Retail Each .............................. $ 16.95 Retail Value Each ...................................... $ 29.45

$ 131.40 $ 10.95 $ 19.95 $ 39.90

12 UNITS WITH TRAY: SR D45 OPEN STOCK: SR D48

The Happy Couple Special Price: 1 – 15 mL - .5 Fl. Oz. OPI Nail Lacquer in Pompeii Purple Hot crimson erupting with purple.

1 – 15 mL - .5 Fl. Oz. OPI Nail Lacquer in Passion Endlessly enticing pale pink.

Get FREE: Cosmetic Bag!

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Salon Price ...............................................$ 96.00 Salon Price Each..........................................$ 8.00 Suggested Retail Each ................................$ 14.95 Retail Value Each ........................................$ 17.00

$ 120.00 $ 10.00 $ 17.95 $ 19.90

12 UNITS WITH TRAY: SR D46 OPEN STOCK: SR D49

The More the Marry-ier Special Price: 1 – 3.75 mL - .125 Fl. Oz. RapiDry Top Coat, 3.75 mL – .125 Fl. Oz. OPI Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow, Princesses Rule! & Sweet Heart

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Salon Price ..............................................$ 78.00 Salon Price Each.........................................$ 6.50 Suggested Retail Each ...............................$ 12.50 Retail Value Each .......................................$ 16.20

$ 102.00 $ 8.50 $ 16.95 $ 21.25

12 UNITS WITH TRAY: SR D47 OPEN STOCK: SR D50

For more information about OPI May/June Retail Promotions, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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Absolute Savings!

Save $1.00 on 15 mL - .5 Fl. Oz. OPI Nail Treatments! Top Coat

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OPI Item No. NT T20

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48-Pack Savings! Edge Silver 180 Files

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OPI Item No. SP DB6

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Clean Savings! Save 25% on 3785 mL -1 Gallon SpaComplete & SpaClean Plus Gallons OPI Item No. SP DB4 SP DB4-CA

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For more information about OPI Professional Promotions, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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professionalpromotions Winning Deals!

Get Ready for Pedis!

Save on Select Competition Acrylic Monomers!

Save $2.00 on 480 mL - 16 Fl. Oz. Manicure/Pedicure Massage and Soak!

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OPI Item No. AE E08

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Manicure/Pedicure by OPI Soak OPI Item No. PC 536 PC 526

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OPI Item No. AE E09

Save $5.00 on 750 mL – 25.4 Fl. Oz. Manicure/Pedicure Mask and Scrub

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Save 25% on Competition Acrylic Powders!

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For more information about OPI Professional Promotions, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or contact your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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opinews OPI is honored to win the following awards:

WINNING!

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Best Nail Polish Brand, and Editor’s Pick: Divine Swine

Best Nail Polish Brand

OPI fan Julie EwerKramer painted this lovely Paint-by-Numbers piece using 40 different OPI shades over the course of a month. We applaud her beautiful work (and her choice of medium, of course).

POLISH

Best of Beauty—Hall of Fame: I’m Not Really a Waitress, Best Red: Big Apple Red, and Best Dark: Road House Blues

Readers’ Choice Awards—Best Nail Polish Brand

"The Besties"— Best Nail Polish: Be a Dahlia… Won’t You?

Best Foot Cream: Manicure/Pedicure by OPI in Lemon Tonic Massage

OPI on

BYNUMBERS

OPI recently appeared as part of a prize package on national television game show Let’s Make a Deal on CBS! The prize? A year of mani pedis and a 100-bottle collection of premium OPI polish.

OPI walks the runway in NYC

Joey in Canada OPI International Spokesperson Joey Brown recently traveled to Canada for the Maritime Beauty Supply Show in Moncton, New Brunswick where she demonstrated the Axxium Soak-Off Gel Lacquer System. The next day at Academy on Tour, she educated 36 attendees on both Pedicure and Axxium Gel.

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When fashion designer Jason Wu unveiled his pre-fall 2012 collection at New York Fashion Week, he made sure his models were polished with OPI’s Got the Blues for Red. The rich blue-based red hue offered a classic, regal look with cool undertones and perfectly accessorized Wu’s runway creations, like his delicate beading, embroidery and jewel-toned colors on luxurious sweaters, pointy-collared blouses, and tailored outerwear.

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THE GAME CHANGER NEW 0/& %": WORKSHOP!

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Joey Brown, OPI International Spokesperson

Vu Nguyen, Internationally-acclaimed OPI Guest Artist

Change your business game with GelColor by OPI! Delivering iconic OPI color that lasts for weeks, GelColor is sure to become your salonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hottest new moneymaking service! Master lightning-speed services and design techniques in this full day workshop featuring the gel artistry of Vu Nguyen, OPI International Guest Artist. Leave with a new business plan for maximizing proďŹ ts with Joey Brown, OPI International Spokesperson! â&#x20AC;˘ Give your salon menu a makeover with GelColor by OPI. â&#x20AC;˘ Discover easy artistic add-ons (that add up!), including trendy graphics, animal prints and ďŹ&#x201A;oral designs. â&#x20AC;˘ Learn how to power-book for proďŹ ts!

COMING SOON TO A LOCATION NEAR YOU! 6 HOURS CEU APPROVED - $75 Monday, May 14, 2012 THE BRITTANY GROUP Columbus, Ohio Tickets: (614) 384-4916

WHAT TO BRING: OPI LED Light or Axxium UV Light, Tooling Implements, Nail Art Brushes.

For more information about OPIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Educational Programs, log on as a professional at www.opi.com or ask your Authorized OPI Distributor.

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OPI Products Inc. 13034 Saticoy Street N. Hollywood, CA 91605/USA May/June 2012 OPI Item No. PR 574 Domestic Edition

Advertising & Marketing You and your clients can see OPI in the May/June issues of these magazines: Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also ďŹ nd OPI in American Salon, Modern Salon, Canadian Hairdresser, Day Spa, InOurSalon, Launchpad, Nails, Nailpro, Nailco (The Industry Source), Salon Magazine, Spa Magazine, Viet Beauty, & VietSalon.

OPI is available in over 100 countries around the world For your Authorized Distributor within the US or Canada, please call 1-800-341-9999 or go to www.opi.com. For all other countries, please contact international@opi.com or International Customer Service at 818-759-8629.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

BABAK FOR 2012 AMERICA’S BEAUTY SHOW

Bryan Colligan demonstrates how SeQRPay works with QR codes to help consumers buy salon retail products at home.

CND SHELLAC COUTURE: “Nail lengths are getting longer,” observed CND co-founder Jan Arnold during this runway show, which featured models in designer clothing (like this Gareth Pugh silver chrome dress) with the nails styled as the perfect accessories (like these textured “raindrop” Shellac nails).

Nails are a family affair at Light Elegance, as evidenced by Lezlie McConnell, Lexy North, and Jim McConnell.

2012 STARS PHOTO CONTEST: Congratulations to the 2012 Stars Photo Contest Winner in the nails category, Viktoria Evtushenko, Iryna Giblett Nail Academy, Kiev, Ukraine. Photos of these stunning nails won her the ﬁrst place award.

En Vogue launched Lac It!, a gel polish line, which veteran tech Terri Wells demonstrates on an attendee.

Christine Nguyen and Jennifer Nguyen talked up the upgraded features of the improved Inﬁnity chair, including stain- and acetoneresistant leather.

Members of the European Touch team — Dawn Holz, TJ Lowery, Gene Drozdov, and Sheila Newkirk — pose by the Rinato Spa.

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NAILS is now live blogging from select beauty tradeshows. Visit blogs.nailsmag.com/editor to learn about new product launches ﬁrst. And don’t forget to stop by our booth at Premiere Orlando and IBS Las Vegas (#5845) to chat with editors. MAY 2012

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What’s in your

shopping bag? Fast. Our new LED light cuts more than 20 minutes off UV-cured manicures.

Consistent. Our unique color-blend technology ensures no shaking or separating. Bottle to bottle. Service to service.

Brittany Higdon, Summer Lovitt, and Sonja Larkin raided the Young Nails booth and were “going back for more.”

Patti Hernandez, Milwaukee, loved her Dashing Diva Professional French Wrap Manicure demo so much that she bought a box.

Durable. Formulated for three weeks of uninterrupted wear. The longestlasting gel enamel formula on the market.

Vibrant. Radiant colors that shimmer, sizzle and shine. Entity One Color Couture. Color that stays. And when the color stays, so does your client.

JoAnn Bloomﬁeld, Chicago, was intrigued by new polish brand Venique.

The women of Naughty Nail’z, Chicago, were decked out in matching T-shirts and bought a huge assortment of products, including items from Star Nail, Orly, Essie, Young Nails, and more.

Vianey Murillo, Chicago, bought an assortment of OPI nail lacquers.

Isolda Santana, Berwyn, Ill., purchased CND’s Performance Forms.

Sandi Taylor, Antioch, Ill., bought Cina nail art decals, an easy way to add nail art to a tech’s repertoire.

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Amp Up Your Art.

ÂŠ 2012 Entity Beauty Inc. Model is wearing Divalicious.

Entity One Color Couture. High-gloss. Long-lasting. Chip-proof. And now available in the fastest growing color palette on the market. Everything from subtle shimmers to striking bolds and trendy surprises. High voltage color and performance that set you, and your art, apart.

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Go to www.nailsmag.com/freebies to ﬁnd web-exclusive giveaways.

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To enter to win, go to www.nailsmag.com/freebies by March 31.

Backscratchers’ Herbal Synergy Fights Fungus

New from Backscratchers Salon Systems, Herbal Synergy Nail and Cuticle Enhancer combines oregano oil, tea tree oil, and cinnamon oil to create a natural, powerful agent that attacks nail fungus. Five readers can win this formulation that features carvacrol and terpen-4-ol as active ingredients.

250 Can Win Dadi’Oil, New From Famous Names

Win a 1/8-oz. bottle of Dadi’Oil Nail Treatment from Famous Names. The formula is 95% organic and blends reﬁned avocado oil, jojoba oil, vitamin E, and extra virgin olive oil for a nail and cuticle treatment that absorbs quickly into the nail plate and surrounding skin. Dadi’Oil helps keep nails nurtured and ﬂexible and skin healthy and hydrated.

Congratulations to March’s Winners

One reader received a six-pack display of Mango Mend from California Mango, one reader received a LightAir IonFlow 50 air puriﬁcation system, and one reader received a Pedi-Cure Kit and Glitter Gel Pack from Light Elegance.

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Nail Artists Take Note: It’s Mini Masterpiece Time

Fancy yourself a great artist — or at least a great forger? Prove it by entering NAILS’ Mini Masterpiece Contest. The rules are simple: You’re free to select any well-known painting and reproduce it on a single nail tip. You may turn the nail tip sideways to accommodate a horizontal painting. All entries must be received by NAILS by Wednesday, May 9. Send your nail tips to Mini Masterpiece Contest, NAILS Magazine, 3520 Challenger St., Torrance, CA 90503. Let us know the artist’s name and the title of the original work of art and don’t forget to send your contact information, including phone number and e-mail address. Please also include a color printout of the original painting. For inspiration, check out last year’s winners at www.nailsmag.com/2011masterpiece.

Will You Be the Next Nail Wrap Designer? ? If it’s still April as you read this, you u have time to enter the worldwide e Sheekee Design Contest. NZ Nail Academy Ltd., the manufacturers of Sheekee Nail Wraps, are introducing a new signature line called Vamp Nail. ail. To celebrate the launch of Sheekee and d Vamp Nail into the international market, NZ Nail Academy demy has announced a contest to highlight your most creative nail art designs. Applicants can submit up to five designs and there will be five winners with the most creative and innovative designs. Winners will receive five free Sheekee or Vamp sheets of their choice and the winning designs will be featured in their own Signature Design Collection to be unveiled at the IBS Las Vegas Show on June 9. Please e-mail sheekee@clear.net.nz for your copy of the entry form or visit www.sheekeeinternational.com. Designs will be accepted through May 1, 2012.

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The 1st Professional Top Coat Formulated to Work with All Brands of Soak Off UV Gels and UV Nail Polishes that Cures Under Both LED & UV Lights at a Fraction of the Cost.*

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Get Your Free ¼ oz. Sample!** Scan this QR Code with your smart phone or go to starnail.com/promotion/topcoat to receive your FREE ¼ oz. sample of Universal Top Coat by Eco™ Nail Systems. **Offer good while supplies last. One per customer.

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JJ and I were thoroughly relaxed and entertained by our nail techs. [inset] In addition to managing the salon, Victoria Tran (middle) is in ﬁve days a week performing services.

Posh Nail Spa

Known as the place to go in Dallas for gel-polish manicures, this hip and trendy salon is situated in the lively center of McKinney and Lemmon, an old neighborhood-turned-hot spot. BY AJAY PECKHAM

OUT ON HER OWN Every detail has been accounted for in the deluxe space designed by Victoria Tran, who opened Posh Nail Spa in September 2009 after working for her husband’s family business for over 12 years. Armed with plenty of experience and the chance to create her own concept, she set out to exceed customer expectations. While her services are affordable and she accepts walkins as well as appointments, you can’t help but feel luxuriously pampered by the attentive staff and lush surroundings.

SOCIAL HOUR Being particular in hiring practices has been important for a salon that has grown from six to 22 in the past two years. After meeting strict requirements, nail techs must still go through Posh’s own training. Conscious of not being a quick and impersonal salon, the staff is encouraged to spend time with clients. While visiting with my boyfriend’s mother, JJ, our classic mani/ pedi package was performed by four friendly and outgoing technicians — one of whom joined in to sing with JJ.

MAKING A MARK When gel-polish first emerged, Victoria was the first in Dallas to offer it. By providing good PR and a one-week no-chip guarantee, Posh established itself as the go-to place for gel-polish. Not content to rest on her laurels, Victoria is always planning ahead even when it comes to her decor. The impeccable mid-century, art deco design has already been renovated once, including new mirrors, chairs, and fresh paint.

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FUN FACTS

> In order to stay at the top of the gel-polish game, Victoria orders a bottle of every new brand that comes out on the market to test it. Those that make the cut get a trial run in her salon. > For her long-standing clients who have tried it all when it comes to gel-polish, Posh offers its own line of mixed colors. > There is no better place to relax and have fun. Holidays, birthdays, and bachelorette parties are hosted in the salon. Many clients are attracted to Posh for their social ﬁx — stop in anytime for drinks and to mingle with the other clients.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

Classic Package (mani + pedi): $45 Classic Gel Polish Manicure: $45 Classic Gel Polish Pedicure: $50 Spa Sampler (half-hour Swedish massage, mini-facial, spa manicure, and pedicure, with a glass of house wine): $125 Full Lash Set: $200

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Polish: OPI, Essie Gel-Polish: CND, OPI, Orly, Gelish Mani/Pedi Products: OPI, CND, Cuccio Lashes: Xtreme Lash

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getandkeep NAILS to ENVY

maintenance NAIL ENVY Just the right balance of strengthening and protective ingredients to keep nails in great condition. Once your chosen Nail Envy formula has done its job, switch to Nail Envy Maintenance Formula to maintain results.

original NAIL ENVY Maximum strength formula with Hydrolyzed Protein and Calcium helps nails grow harder, longer, and stronger, and resist peeling, cracking, and splitting.

soft&thin NAIL ENVY Strengthening formula fortiﬁes soft, thin nails with extra calcium.

matte NAIL ENVY Same strengthening beneﬁts as Original Nail Envy, but with a natural-looking matte ﬁnish.

sensitive&peeling NAIL ENVY Formaldehyde-free formula protects against peeling with antioxidant vitamin E, kukui nut oil, and aloe vera to soothe sensitive nails.

dry&brittle NAIL ENVY Moisturizing formula helps maintain ﬂexibility and protects with antioxidant vitamins E & C.

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Gold Rush Nails

If gemstone fever has got you this spring, try Cina Nail Creations and A.S.P. Aspire’s new nail art combo to create a gold mine of nail craftsmanship. The A.S.P. Aspire acrylics give excellent coverage and adhesion, and the Cina Nail Art kits have packets of eye-catching nail art embellishments that can be combined. For this design, a white acrylic nail plate forms a spotless bedrock for the gold rhinestones and flower designs. 1. Prep and shape the natural nails. Apply an overlay to all 10 nails using A.S.P. White Acrylic Powder and A.S.P. Bonding Liquid. Buff the nails to a smooth high-shine finish with Miracle Buff and Shine. 2. Apply a coat of Cina Topcoat. 3. While the Topcoat is still wet apply Cina Champagne Toast Dazzle pieces in Gold and White. (Topcoat will act as an adhesive.) This is meant to be a 3-D look, but to help make the nail art stay on the nails even longer, you can bend the pieces so they are curved with the nails and add layers of top coat to keep them in place. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/ fifi/15411. >>>

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Hand & Nail Harmony Educator Seminar Hand & Nail Harmony held its inaugural educator training event at its new education facility in Brea, Calif., this past January. The three-day seminar, held right before ISSE in Long Beach, Calif., had educators from all the over the world coming together to teach, learn, and perfect Hand & Nail Harmony applications for all of its products, as well as learn how to educate others in their respective home towns. The seminar had international educators coming all the way from Spain, Sweden, Italy, Mexico, and the U.K., along with American educators. The classes were held in a new training room at Hand & Nail Harmony headquarters. The room featured high-def TV screens on every wall so the entire classroom could clearly see what was going on during instruction. Upon completion of the seminar, educators were presented with Hand & Nail Harmony’s “Philosophy of Harmony” Doctorate, denoting their expertise in the proper use of all Hand & Nail Harmony products including the popular gel polish Gelish.

[top] Hand & Nail Harmony CEO Danny Haile stands in his new chemistry lab. All the new shades of Gelish as well as hard gels like Reveal are tested and ﬁnalized here. [bottom] The staff, instructors, and educators at Hand & Nail Harmony take a minute for a quick group photo. The seminar had 22 domestic educators and nine from outside the U.S.

A 2012 Nail Odyssey

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Odyssey Nail System CEO Trang Nguyen debuted his new dual LED and CFL Combo UV Lamp at the 2012 International Salon & Spa Expo Long Beach in January.

Odyssey Nail System CEO Trang Nguyen has come out with a brand new design for his gel lamp and introduces the industry’s first LED and CFL combo lamp. The lamp offers you the choice of using Nguyen traditional CFL lights, LED lights, or a combination of both. As the number of gels in the industry come out that are designed for either LED or UV light, the Odyssey combo lamp helps nail techs cover all their bases. The lamp has the CFL bulbs in a coil shape to preserve space and deliver proper light intensity, as well as dual LED bulbs with an ultraviolet intensity of 340-400 nm (UVA-1). The UV coil bulbs do not need to be replaced, and neither do the LEDs, during the lamp’s lifetime use of 20,000–50,000 hours. It includes a removable base for curing toenails and is light and easy to carry. The lamp has onetouch cure time settings for 30 seconds, one minute, and two minutes. For more information, go to www.nailsmag. com/fifi/15412.

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How much is too much primer? Apply primer like you would a very thin coat of base coat. I wipe my primer brush on the side of the bottle several times and apply to three nails, and then repeat the process. — Vicki Foster is the owner of European Body Wraps in Olive Branch, Miss.

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Gotcha!

I instruct newbies to cut half of the bristles off the brush to help control application, as well as to roll the brush around the rim of the bottle a few times to remove excess primer. — Kimberly Ensign is the owner of Acrylic Enhancements in Normal, Ill., and is a PHD educator for Hand & Nail Harmony.

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My acrylic brush has gone hard and I can’t use it. Is there any way I can remove the product from the brush to re-use it? There are a couple things you can do for your brush to help resurrect it. First, clip a clothespin onto the brush handle to suspend it over a small narrow glass container. Using the clothespin will keep the bristles from touching the bottom of the container, keeping them straight. Add enough monomer (acrylic liquid) to the glass container to cover the bristles but try not to let it cover any part of the ferrule or handle. It can take a couple days for the product to soften but just be sure there is always enough monomer to keep the hairs of your brush covered. If that is not working, mix your monomer with acetone (about 50/50). Take the same steps as described above but be mindful that the addition of acetone makes the evaporation rate higher so you will need to be sure there is enough monomer and acetone in your glass container for it to work. If you allow it to completely evaporate, the product will harden again and you will be back to square one. Once your brush is restored to working condition always be sure to clean it thoroughly with monomer only. Using a good, lint-free wipe during your service will help pull any extra product from your brush when you wipe before dipping it back into the monomer to pick up a fresh bead. — Tammi Merritt is an educator for Entity.

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Top Coat Magic

The Supply Source’s Poof Dry Top Coat has a patented formula that allows it to penetrate through the nail lacquer to the base coat, forming a single, solid coating over the nail plate for a much more durable finish, which is guaranteed not to yellow. The Supply Source advises you to apply Poof Dry thickly, by getting a nice bead on the end of the brush, and then softly putting it down on the nail, watching as it flows over the wet nail polish, and self-levels without streaking the underlying manicure. Poof will naturally thicken so make sure to keep the neck of the bottle clean and tight at all times. If it gets stringy, add a few drops of Polish Thinner. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15413.

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AmericaNails LightSpeed is a versatile soak-off gel polish system that will cure under traditional UV lamps in minutes and under the Lightspeed LED

AmericaNails LightSpeed Manicure

Lamp in only seconds. The space age-themed line has a total of 18 colors, plus top and base coats. According to the company, the gels apply like polish, soak off fast, and last for weeks. 1. Push back the cuticle area with a pusher to remove any dead tissue. Shape the free edge and gently remove shine from the natural nail with the 180-grit side of a 100/180 file. 2. Remove nail dust with a clean, dry scrub brush. Scrub the nail plate with dual-purpose LightSpeed Prep and Cleanse using a gauze wipe to balance the pH of the nail plate. 3. Apply a very thin coat of Starbase Gel Base Coat to all five nails. Cure in an LED lamp for 10 seconds or in a UV lamp for one minute. 4. Apply a thin coat of LightSpeed Gel Lacquer to all five nails. 5. Cure in an LED lamp for 30 seconds or in a UV lamp for two minutes. Do not remove the tacky layer. Results will be slightly lighter and translucent. 6. Apply a second thin coat of LightSpeed Gel Lacquer to all five nails and cure again (LED lamp 60 seconds; UV lamp two minutes). Do not remove the tacky layer. 7. Apply Forcefield Gel Top Coat to all five nails and cure (LED lamp 60 seconds; UV lamp two minutes). 8. Remove the tacky layer by scrubbing the nail plate with a guaze wipe and dual purpose LightSpeed Prep and Cleanse. The shine and durability will last for weeks.

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WHO ARE YOU? The girl with the edge? The style standout? Retention+™ is not your mother’s acrylic. It’s the original game changer for long, sleek, naturallooking nails. And now with new Retention+ Powder the sky’s the limit. Shape. Lengthen. Construct. Build. Totally transform! Retention+ Liquid & Powder System. New from CND.

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Luxio Soak Off Gel is an odorless and solvent-free 100% pure gel in a polish bottle. Easily applied like polish, it protects and coats the natural nail with

long-lasting color and high-gloss shine that lasts for weeks without chipping, smudging, cracking, or lifting. 1. Gently push back the cuticle and clean the surrounding nail plate. Shape the free edge of the nail. Gently buff the surface shine with a clean file or buffer. Moisten a clean gel wipe with Prep & Wipe and wipe over the entire nail. Let dry. 2. Apply a thin coat of Luxio Base Gel to the entire nail, making sure to encase the free edge. Cure under an LED lamp for 30 seconds or a UV lamp for two minutes. 3. Brush on a thin coat of Luxio Colour (like applying nail polish). Cure under an LED lamp for 30 seconds or a UV lamp for two minutes. 4. Apply a thin coat of Luxio Gloss Gel. Cure under an LED lamp for 30 seconds or a UV lamp for two minutes. Moisten a clean gel wipe with Prep & Wipe and wipe the entire nail to remove dispersion film. Apply Nail & Cuticle Oil. 5. To remove Luxio, lightly file the surface of the nail with a medium-grit file to remove the shine and break the seal. 6. Saturate a cotton pad with Soak Off Solution. Place the cotton on the nails and wrap with aluminum foil. Leave on for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and cotton pad. 7. Use the AkzĂŠntz Metal Cuticle Pusher to remove softened gel from the nail. File the free edge to shape, and buff the surface of the nail. You are now ready to re-apply Luxio on your client.

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TECHNIQUE} signature services Almond Cherry Renewal Mother’s Day Pedicure Angelic Beauty Works, Dearborn Heights, Mich.

Angelic Beauty Works uses:

Gehwol Gerlan Hand Cream; Ultronics Ultracare for Hands; Maxim pedicure soak; almonds or ground almond meal, dried cherries, fresh cherries (stemmed and pitted), yogurt; jojoba oil, almond oil, black cherry extract capsule; base coat, polish, top coat, and quick dry drops.

1. Have the client change into a robe and sit in the pedicure chair.

Place a heated wrap around her neck. 2. Rub Gehwol Gerlan Hand Cream on her hands. Place cotton liner-filled heated mitts on her hands. 3. Spray Ultronics Ultracare for Hands on your hands and your client’s feet. 4. Soak the client’s feet in warm water with Maxim pedicure soak and flowers. 5. Grind up 1/4 cup almonds (or ground almond meal) and 1/4 cup dried cherries in a food processor until it’s fine to medium in coarseness. Mix in 2 Tbsp. jojoba oil to create a scrub. Exfoliate the client’s feet and lower legs with this scrub. Rinse. 6. Let the client lie back, feet up, and place a chilled eye pillow over her eyes. Place a blanket over her lap. Prep nails. 7. Mix together 8 oz. yogurt with 1/3 cup of stemmed and pitted fresh cherries to create a mask. Place a towel under both of the client’s legs. Apply the mask onto both legs. After 10 to 15 minutes, remove with damp warmed towels. Towel dry. 8. Combine 4 oz. almond oil with 1 capsule black cherry extract to create massage oil. Massage the client’s feet and lower legs. 9. Clean nail plates. Apply base coat, two layers of polish, top coat, and quick dry drops.

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Nail tech Ruth Windsor created the recipe for this pedicure. Her book Answering The Questions To Your Sole: Pedicure Treatments That Will Have Your Clients Begging For More includes even more specialty pedicure recipes. It’s available for purchase in NAILS Online Store (store.nailsmag. com) for $24.95.

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chamomile mint scrub Banishes calluses and dry, rough skin with natural sugar crystals and AHAs.

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TECHNIQUE} signature services Lavender Bliss Bio Sculpture Spa Pedicure Gels by Janice, Maui, Hawaii

Gels by Janice uses:

Bio Sculpture Potpourri Aqua Soak, Gel Color System, Apricot Kernel Scrub, Heel Balm, Mint Mask, Hand & Body Butter, and Cuticle Oil; Footlogix Callus Off (optional); Alii Kula Lavender Essential Oil; Sweet Orange Essential Oil and Vanilla Essential Oil; Artemis Lavender Scented Shea Butter Paraffin Wax; fresh ﬂowers.

1. Soak the client’s feet in warm water with Bio Sculpture Potpourri Aqua Soak for three minutes. Pat dry.

2. For extremely dry/cracked heels, spray Footlogix Callus

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Off on the client’s heels and calluses (optional). Allow it to soak while doing nail prep. Use a foot file to lessen calluses. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for applying Bio Sculpture Gel Color to the client’s toenails. (Model is wearing #119 Sugar Sweet Pea.) Add hot water, two drops of Alii Kula Lavender Essential Oil, and fresh flowers to the original soak. Soak the client’s feet for four minutes. Pat dry. Add two drops of lavender oil to Bio Sculpture Apricot Kernel Scrub, then exfoliate the client’s feet and lower legs with this blend. Remove excess with a paper towel followed by a rinse. Apply Bio Sculpture Heel Balm to the client’s heels. Apply Bio Sculpture Mint Mask to the client’s feet, then wrap feet in plastic wrap and booties. Apply Bio Sculpture Cuticle Oil to toenails. Serve the client lavender tea and either a lavender brownie or lavender chocolate bar. Remove mask after five minutes with warm moist towels. Add 1 part lavender essential oil, 2 parts sweet orange essential oil, and 3 parts vanilla essential oil to Bio Sculpture Hand & Body Butter, then massage the client’s feet and lower legs with the blend. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for Artemis Lavender Scented Shea Butter Paraffin Wax application and removal. Gift the client with a pair of socks and encourage her to purchase cuticle oil for at-home care.

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Just My Opinion: Why Don’t American State Boards Allow Online Training? BY JENNIFER MCKITTRICK

The Academy of Nail Design in Meaford, Ontario, Canada, offers an extensive online

training program. I’ve worked in the nail industry for over half my life. I love everything about it. I love the art of it, I love the science of it, and, as an educator, I love teaching others what I know. I’ve always believed that my true calling is to share the knowledge that I have spent years acquiring with those who contact me. Any educator will tell you that nothing provides more career satisfaction than to see light bulbs go off in a student’s head when presented with information that changes her life forever. I remember my own light bulb moments clearly to this day. I believe everyone will agree that quality education is the cornerstone of every successful nail professional’s career. But did you know one of the top complaints of students across the globe is the inability to access quality education? And did you also know one of the top complaints of clients is that many services are provided by uninformed professionals? So why do we make it so difficult for students to access quality programs? Distance issues, family, or job obligations are often cited as the reasons that willing

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students choose not to follow the career path of their dreams. Should anyone be limited or punished for not having access to quality educational programs? Online training has permeated every educational corner of the world and it’s high time the beauty industry got onboard. And why not? Online training is accessible, affordable, and fun. At The Academy of Nail Design we have been running educational programs both in class and online for over 12 years. And our students around the world have told us they love it. In recent years we’ve fielded calls from thousands of American students begging for the opportunity to enroll in our online nail program, but the majority of states don’t yet permit it. Why? On one hand hesitation could be understandable given that most online programs provide instruction without the presence of an instructor (even though with today’s technology and program delivery methods widely available, I find that is no longer a valid hesistation). However if you break down an in-class program, the majority of required program hours are spent on lecturing and memorizing theory — and isn’t this the basis of most online programs? If the average student could access

even just the theoretical portions of their programs online, it would cut their required in-class time by almost half, therefore making attendance at in-class sessions a much more realistic proposal. The benefits for students to access online training programs are numerous — travel and time savings and a workat-your-own-pace schedule that suits many students in these times. But the benefits for a school to offer online training programs are just as numerous and revenue-generating. By offering even just the theoretical portions of their programs online, schools would be able to fill their classrooms with pre-qualified, theoryready students who are prepared to focus solely on mastering their practical skills. One of the most common complaints from beauty school graduates is that they didn’t spend enough time mastering practical applications. Instead they spent countless hours in theory lectures — also a waste of a valuable educator’s time I might add. Schools would be able to lower overhead costs by cutting the time that students are required to spend in class, therefore translating into more affordable program tuition costs that would draw larger numbers of students. >>>

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Canada-based The Academy of Nail Design is forced to turn away U.S. students from its online nail tech program due to U.S. state boards’ refusal to recognize online education.

Schools would also be able to afford to offer tuition discounts to students who take all or part of their programs online — an option that is invaluable in a time of economic challenges. Graduates would have spent all their in-class time mastering the practical aspects associated with their careers, making them feel more satisfied with their skill set and future employers would find them more competent direct from graduation. I think this would also make student enrollment rates soar, given that attending programs would now be accessible and affordable. Online

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training solutions can provide quality content to any student, anywhere. At The Academy of Nail Design we are as proud of our online training program as we are of our in-class program. We’ve had students perform better online then in class, because for some (due to distance or other obligations), they know this may be their only chance to participate in a program at all. We realize that there are jurisdictional and accreditational issues with state policies, but state boards should at least permit the submission of online program proposals by alreadyaccredited schools, as their online program offerings would contain the same content as the already-approved curriculums. The only difference is the method in which the content is delivered. I think it’s time that U.S. schools and students start asking their local cosme-

tology boards directly why they aren’t accepting online training as a norm in our industry. What is the board’s answer to a student who is willing to pay to go to school, but the closest facility is a fivehour drive away? That’s reality in many states today. Or a student whose desire is to become a nail professional, but must take a full 1,600-hour cosmetology program that will cost him or her a full year away from job or family? Today’s students are demanding training be accessible and attainable and they understand and desire an affordable modern solution. It’s time to step forward and adjust “old-fashioned” thinking into profitable, affordable training solutions for all students and all schools! I mean, WHY NOT? Jennifer McKittrick is the founder of The Academy of Nail Design (Meaford, Ontario, Canada).

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NOTHIN’ MOUSIE ‘BOUT IT Don’t squeak it—SHOUT IT! This confetti light pink is tops!

IF YOU MOUST YOU MOUST You gotta pink what you gotta pink.

THE COLOR OF MINNIE You had this little mouse at “red.”

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STYLE} Nails to Fly For

Nail tech Sindy Mark (left) and client Noelle Bellinghausen

Almost 300 miles of arid desert isn’t enough to keep Noelle Bellinghausen away from her nail tech Sindy Mark. Bellinghausen, who lives in Los Angeles, flies to Las Vegas regularly to get her nails done at Wild Orchid Co., a salon where Mark and her sister Kiry Ya (who does Bellinghausen’s nails when Mark is working at the sister salon in San Francisco) do fantastic nail art. The decision to fly to Las Vegas for her nails wasn’t difficult because Mark’s “work is that good,” Bellinghausen says. “My nails are a big part of my personality, a great ice breaker with new people, and certainly a conversation piece.” Bellinghausen was hooked from her first appointment. “It was New Year’s Eve 2009. I wanted my nails and feet matching my white and silver dress. The photo album of work had me awed, with the most beautiful nails page after page. By the time she was finished, I knew my nails would forever be committed to her.” In addition to her creativity, it’s Mark’s communication skills that keep Bellinghausen racking up those frequent flier miles. “I loved the way she communicated with me about what I wanted. I could tell she was passionate about her work, and all she wanted was for me to be happy and blown away. I loved that she could make up a style rather than make me pick something from the photo book.” Mark says her nail artist skills developed on a slow day when she was brainstorming about how she could enhance her services from the basic mani-pedi. “That’s when I had my ‘aha’ moment: Why not use the nails as a clean canvas where I can start doing nail art?” She then started adding layers of color to acrylics and creating simple 3-D flowers. (Through trial-and-error, she was able to work her way up to creating intricate 3-D flowers, as shown in her design on this page.) “Long story short, a client came in at the same time and, with no time to take it off, the client noticed the texture and 3-D flower. Then and there, she decided that she wanted to add flowers to her nail service.” That client became a regular as well, and these days 80% of Mark’s clients opt for nail art. And Bellinghausen isn’t even Mark’s only long-distance client. Clients fly in from other locales as well, including London, Shanghai, and Miami. “My passion and creativity keeps loyal customers from all around the world coming back! It’s also the atmosphere that I have created at the salon, which takes the experience to a whole different level.” And, for some clients like Bellinghausen, it’s a level that can’t be found anywhere else. She says, “I just love her to pieces, and I’m so fortunate to have found my go-to nail artist.” >>> MAY 2012

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PROTECTIVE POLISHIELD 3-in-1 topcoat bullet proofs your nail lacquer for lasting shine with a protected ﬁnish. ORLY Nail Treatments are Free of DBP, Formaldehyde & Toluene

TREND watch: “kawaii” Japanese for “cute” and “adorable,” it’s an art and fashion style that frequently features cartoonish characters, ﬂourishes like bows and hearts, and the color pink.

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Amanda Stephenson-Bush, Itz a Gurl Thang Nail Shop & More, Lander, Wy.

Visit NAILStv to watch Nail Labo educator Max Estrada create a “kawaii” nail featuring Hello Kitty: nailsmag.com/video/hellokitty.

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Your clients can take steps toward beautiful, soft feet with Flip Flop Spa, an interchangeable-pad footwear system. The flip-flops comes with three pads — a cleansing pad, abrasive pad, and essential oil pad — which are attached to the shoe itself to clean the client’s feet, exfoliate, and soften, respectively. This way, her feet are pampered even while she’s doing errands around the house. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15421.

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Color, Color Everywhere

After nailing makeup products, Bodyography has gone one step further into the world of color: nail polish. “The Bodyography Nail Lacquers have been something we wanted to incorporate into the line for a long time,” creative director Lori Leib says. “We love providing bold and fashion-forward colors for a woman to use to express herself through her makeup, so the natural progression was to introduce bold and fashionforward colors for a woman’s nails.” The 12 introductory colors are aimed at conjuring images of jet-setting destinations. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15422.

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If you want the look of leather to make an interior design statement in your salon (such as for furnishings, walls, and even floors) but would prefer a more eco-friendly option, then look into Recycled Leather by EcoDomo. A member of the U.S. Green Building Council since 2005, EcoDomo’s leather recycling process is similar to paper’s recycling process — scraps are pulped and then bonded together again. Plus, compared to hide leather tiles, recycled leather tiles are less expensive. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15423.

Savvy Stylus

If your long nail-loving clients are complaining of trouble using their touch-screen phones after their nail appointments, then retail this handy Bracketron: Style-iT 2-in1 Stylus + Ballpoint Pen in your salon. It keeps touchscreens free of fingerprints and smudges, and the omni-directional soft tip adapts to any writing style (right- or lefthanded). Plus, the built-in ballpoint pen offers added convenience for quick note-taking and an integrated clip makes it perfect for a pocket or briefcase. (Come to think of it, it may be handy to have one of these at your reception desk too.) For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15424. >>>

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A Polish By Any Other Name

If you’ve ever visited Zoya.com to do a polish color search for your first name, let’s just say you’re not alone. The professional nail manufacturer’s polish names are a veritable who’s who of important women, many of whom share names (sometimes coincidentally, sometimes not) with nail techs and clients. Unlike those key chains at tourist gift shops that feature only the most common names, Zoya polishes have a penchant for names that are historical, musical, and ultimately meaningful. “It’s something good I started many years ago,” says founder Zoya Reyzis. As a classical pianist, Reyzis wanted to educate others about art, music, and culture. She says, “When my polish brand started, I connected these things together. With red colors I thought about great women in history who lived and died for love and passion. I connected the lighter colors with ballet, giving them names like Snow White and Giselle.” Today the colors are still named after women, but are usually inspired by pop culture and celebrities. Zoya fans have been known to suggest names ranging from their favorite teacher to their favorite astronaut — all of which are considered. (There’s literally a “wall-o-names” at the company’s headquarters, where suggestions are pinned.) Sometimes the brand even holds contests on its Facebook (facebook.com/zoyanailpolish) and Twitter (@Zoya_NailPolish) pages for suggestions, with the winner frequently winning the new polish collection. And, yes, customer service agents are available to tell you if your name exists as a Zoya polish or to take your suggestion if the website’s search button doesn’t satisfy you. (The easiest way to submit a polish name suggestion is to e-mail erring@artofbeauty.com.)

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How do I offer nail art to my clients if I’m not good at freehand drawing? Nail art is in the eye of the beholder! I can’t draw things very well freehand but like to say I can move blobs and create nail fashion. You would be amazed at what can be created from dots and lines that are either merged together or connected in random ways, even my hearts and stars are dots and lines! Watch videos on NAILStv (www.nailsmag.com/nailstv) or look at some of the art step-by-steps on the NAILS website. Sometimes seeing a design broken down into steps can help it feel more approachable as a concept. Have fun! — Holly Schippers, Bussey, Iowa, is a CND education ambassador and a blogger at blogs.nailsmag.com/fingernailfixer.

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STYLE} nail art studio Couture Camouﬂage

1. Use dark brown acrylic paint and a dotter to add about four asymmetrical spots on the nail. 2. Use dark green acrylic paint to add about four more asymmetrical spots, in places that were previously blank. 3. Use tan acrylic paint to add more spots. 4. Use light green acrylic paint to add more spots. 5. Use black acrylic paint to add more spots, this time ensuring that the entire nail is fully covered.

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Mindy Hardy, Hotnailart Studio, Orlando, Fla.

Watch a video of this step-by-step on NAILStv: nailsmag.com/video/couturecamo.

Bold & Bright

1. Polish the nail in three diagonal color blocks: orange, green, and pink. 2. Use a white striper to add diagonal lines. 3. Use a yellow striper to add diagonal lines. 4. Use a blue striper to add diagonal lines. Use black polish and a dotter to add two diagonal lines of dots. Mimi Nguyen, Nail Luv, Thomaston, Ga.

Marbleized Acrylic French

1. Apply sparkly pink acrylic as a reverse French (to allow for a clean smile line). 2. Place three to six wet balls of different acrylic colors on the free edge. 3. Use the tip of a small brush to lightly swirl around the acrylic, dragging the colors into each other. (Work quickly. You don’t want them to start setting up.) Tuck in the sides of the acrylic, so it’s meeting edge to edge on the margins. 4. Pat the top of the acrylic to push it into place and smooth it. (Don’t worry if there are small grooves.) Cover the entire nail with clear acrylic to ﬁll in any grooves and make sure the free edge is secure. File, buff, and shine.

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STYLE} nail art studio Spring Fling

1. Apply sparkly turquoise acrylic to create a smile line and part of the free edge. 2. Apply sparkly pink acrylic across the free edge (including partway over the turquoise), leaving some spots open for a third color. 3. Apply sparkly yellow acrylic into the open spaces, plus partway over the turquoise and pink. 4. Apply mylar. 5. Add a flower and butterfly sliced fimo cane. Cap. File. Add top coat. Lorri Silvestre, Nail Designs by Lorri, Grover Beach, Calif.

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1. Polish one vertical half of the nail bright pink. Add black zebra stripes on top. Use a brush saturated in acetone to remove the excess polish and reﬁne the line. 2. Polish the other half of the nail bright blue. 3. Polish a silver glitter line down the vertical center of the nail (where the two colors meet). Apply various sizes of clear, blue, and pink rhinestones. Tina Alberino, Attitudes Total Body Image, Tampa, Fla.

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1. Apply silver acrylic to the smile line, making the line gradually wider as you move across the nail. 2. Starting at the edge of the silver, apply sparkly pink acrylic, also making the line gradually wider. Starting at the edge of the pink, apply white acrylic, also making the line gradually wider. Fill in the remainder of the free edge with sparkly red acrylic. 3. Apply clear rhinestones in a wavy line. Apply gel top coat. Cure.

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STYLE} behind the scenes Feeding the Hunger Terri Silacci first came across our radar last year when she did a set of real snakeskin-encased nails for

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Vogue magazine. After that, snakeskin nails — and Terri — were featured in practically every beauty magazine and on TV shows including The Today Show and E! News. After a whirlwind year of press this 17-year veteran nail artist is just starting to hit her stride. She’s happiest when she’s creating new designs and techniques and she’s lucky to have clients who allow her to experiment — and showcase her talent — on their nails. “The Vogue feature definitely changed my life,” says Terri. “I pinch myself every day and I’m so humbled by the experience. I just keep creating. I eat, sleep, and dream about what’s going to be the next thing. I always want to be outside of the box.” Her clients at Nail Candy Lounge (profiled on p. 120), her booth rental salon located within Euphoria Lounge in Monterey, Calif., expect her to try fun designs out on them. And they come in from all over for her nowworld-famous snakeskin look (for which she charges $300 for the real snakeskin pedi or $150 for the synthetic version). With the high demand on her services, she’s hoping to bring in another nail tech to work with her and cover for her when she’s traveling. In response to someone who once told her she’d get bored doing nails, she says: “Never.

How to create custom-carved flame nail tips: 1. First draw flames onto nail tips. 2. Use nippers to cut out shapes. 3. Finish the detail work of the flames with an electric file. 4. This is what your custom nail tips will look like before application.

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Here’s how you can do these nails: 1. Prep the nails and apply OPI GelColor base coat. Cure. 2. Apply OPI GelColor in Black Onyx. Cure and remove tacky layer and shine. 3. After carving your custom flames (see sidebar) into nail tips, glue them onto each nail. 4. Blend the tips and apply a thin layer of clear soak-off gel (Terri used Bellissima Prima clear builder gel) to the entire nail and custom flame tips. Cure. 5. Apply gold leafing onto the tacky layer. Lightly buff over the gold leafing to expose some of the black for a distressed look. 6. Seal the nails with a gel top coat. When you allow yourself to love a thing passionately, you’ll never get bored.” Right now she’s creating (often in her homebased art studio) and hoping to inspire nail techs the world over. Her motto, “Inspire and be inspired; invent and reinvent.” For this month’s cover, we were inspired by a set of flame nails Terri showed us at the Long Beach show. She was actually inspired by Prada’s latest shoe collection with racing flames shooting off the heels. But we urged her to take the flames in another direction — pop culture phenomenon “The Hunger Games” heroine (and skilled hunter) Katniss Everdeen is described in the book as having flame nails. So we created an archery scene with beautifully distressed gold flame nails.

Editor Hannah Lee and Monterey, Calif.-based nail tech Terri Silacci ﬁrst met earlier this year at ISSE Long Beach. That’s when we started talking about ﬂame nails.

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STYLE} boutique As iPods, iPhones, mp3 players, and other musiclistening devices have become such a vast part of our culture, they aren’t just machines anymore, but accessories as well. Give clients an excuse to jazz up their electronic style with eclectic earbuds, hand-sewn iPod armbands, and more.

1. DCI has an assortment of dainty earbuds. Pink owls, ladybugs, and frogs, plus disco balls, cupcakes, and gems are directly attached to the miniature speakers so customers can accessorize their ears while listening. Each trendy pair includes two sets of silicon tips. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15431 2.Nexus Gadgets is a California-based online retailer specializing in useful gadgets and gifts, including the USB Panda Mu speaker and the Travel Folding Speakers. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15432 3. Amplify your music with Sanrio’s Hello Kitty Bluetooth mini speaker and Hello Kitty mini speaker. Tiny but loud, the speakers feature Hello Kitty’s face printed on the side of their cylinder-shaped body. Also available are cute and quirky Hello Kitty earbuds. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15433

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4.Sew Posh Designs sells iPod armbands for exercising in style. The armbands, made to fit the iPhone 3 and 4 as well as the iPod Touch, also feature a front pocket to stash cash, protective padding, an adjustable armband with Velcro closure, washable material, and waterproof lining. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15434 5. ChicBuds’ ARTS Series are earbuds designed with a rubbery flat cord to prevent knotting and bunching. They have print on the cord itself and come in three styles: Exotic Zebra, Pink Leopard, and Blue Graffiti. ChicBuds also carries rhinestone-bedecked speakers shaped like birds. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15435

6.ModCloth.com offers “Share Some Love” Headphone Splitters. These pink heartshaped splitters allow two sets of headphones to be used with the same device. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15436 7. Gizmine’s Idea Dancing Animal Speakers are an adorable alternative to everyday household computer speakers. These plush stuffed animals plug into any music player. With the click of a button on their arm, they dance and move their mouths to the music. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15437 8. Fred Flare is a one-stop shop filled with make-you-smile fashion items, including Panda earbuds by Cosa Nova Earbuds. These headphones are lovable and lightweight, making them perfect for tunes on the go. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15438

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BUSINESS} SalonSwipe Offers Pay-As-You-Go Credit Card Processing

Simplifying the way salon owners and booth renters accept customer credit cards, SalonSwipe has launched its free Card Reader and app for the iPhone, iPad, and Android phones. The app allows users to easily create a list of items and corresponding amounts to simplify checkout, add tip amounts by dollar or percentage, and provide customers with the ability to sign using their finger and receive a receipt via e-mail. Flat-rate pricing eliminates contracts and monthly fees and gives merchants one rate for any type of credit card charged, including rewards cards. The company also provides regular credit card terminals at no cost. “Normally pricing to accept credit cards is very complicated. With monthly fees, monthly minimums, and different processing rates for virtually every type of card, it can be very frustrating for merchants,” says Isaac Lay, founder and CEO of SalonSwipe. “We’re pleased to offer flat-rate, pay-as-you-go pricing that guarantees no unexpected fees or unfair changes in rates by the processing bank.” Not only does the app track all credit and debit card sales, but it can also track cash and check transactions, too. At any point during the day, a user can generate a report to see how much she’s made for cash, check, and credit card transactions. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15441. >>>

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Groupon Now Offers Appointment Management Just launched in a pilot program, Groupon Scheduler is an online appointment service giving merchants an easy way to manage their schedules and accept bookings directly from consumers. Salon owners using Groupon Scheduler can set up an appointment calendar covering all their staff, services, and business locations, allowing consumers to instantly book appointments online without having to call or e-mail. The service can be used to take appointments for Groupon ads or as a freestanding tool to manage a salon’s entire calendar. Groupon Scheduler seamlessly integrates into the Groupon deal process. Once they’ve purchased a Groupon deal, consumers can schedule or cancel in just seconds. Both consumers and salons get immediate e-mail confirmation of each booking, as well as automated e-mail reminders 24 hours before scheduled appointments. Salons can also add a “book now” button to their own website and use Groupon Scheduler to manage online bookings for all their services — not just those offered through Groupon. Groupon Scheduler is particularly well suited to spas and salons. “We’ve been looking for an online scheduling tool that can also handle multiple employee schedules and services. Groupon Scheduler does just that,” says Sallie Zvolanek, owner of Wind-N-Willow Specialty Shop and Spa in Sacramento, Calif., who is participating in the pilot program. “Now that our scheduling is automated, our employees have more time to focus on other priorities.” Salons can register at www.groupon.com/scheduler to be notified when Groupon Scheduler is available in their city.

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I’ve worked as an employee, but now I plan to work as a nail tech on a rent/lease basis for the first time. I’m wondering what the main benefits and disadvantages of this type of arrangement are, and how I can get the most out of it to maximize my earnings. Congratulations on your new adventure! You made a good decision to become an employee right out of school. Your employer should have trained you and taught you the ropes. Now onto the next step. First you must realize the cost of doing business in a salon when you rent. Do you have enough clients or money saved to pay your expenses while you build your business? The rent of your space must be paid (normally weekly) whether you have clients or not. Where will this money come from? Your supplies, advertising, telephone, insurance, cleaning supplies, and taxes will be your responsibility alone, not the salon owner’s. Over the years I have heard many booth renters wonder if they will get sick days, vacation days, workers’ comp, maternity leave, unemployment benefits, etc., while they are working. You must be aware that these benefits are for an employee, not a booth renter. When you rent your space, you own your business, just as if you rented a small building and put a business in it. There is no boss to tell you what to do, but then again there is no boss to take care of the responsibilities of owning a business. You’ll need to contact an accountant to explain your tax obligations. For example, as an employee your employer paid half of your social security and Medicare and you paid the other half. As a booth renter, you will have to pay your part plus the part your employer used to pay. But then again, all money used to operate your business is taxdeductible, which will help you with your tax burden. As for the advantages of renting versus being an employee, it is a personal choice. What would be better for you? Do you enjoy the thought of being in charge of your own schedule, your own sick/vacation/ personal time, your own menu and service prices, the time you want to spend with each client, what clients you want to service, what products you want to use, what clothes you wear, how to set your area up, your advertising, specials/promotions/discounts, etc.? If you are outgoing, willing to get out there and advertise, and not scared of the sacrifices you will have to make, then go for it. Your success rests squarely on your shoulders. >>> — Diana Bonn is a nail tech at Identity Salon in Muncie, Ind., and a member of the Indiana State Board of Cosmetology.

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BUSINESS} reader to reader

Do you practice what you preach when it comes to having impeccable nails? (If yes, always, how do you fit it into your busy schedule?) Sometimes I do my nails at midnight to keep them up. But I’m willing to do that because it creates doubt in the client’s mind if I have nails that are a mess. The most important part of keeping your nails looking good is doing something with them before there is trouble, like chips or breaks.

Debbie Payne

Seasons Salon and Day Spa, Orem, Utah

Absolutely yes! I have kept my nails well done my whole nail tech career — over 35 years! The instructors in beauty school taught us how to remove our clients’ polish and not our own. Lately, it’s easier to set “my time” aside since I use Shellac, which lasts me two to three weeks.

Mary DiZazzo-Trumbull

Mary For Nails at In The Pink, Andover, Mass.

OK, I must confess: I redo my nails at least three times a week. Do I need help?

Dianna Medeiros

Woodbury Heights, N.J.

I’m sorry but I’m not good about keeping up with my nails. I always have acrylic on but a lot of the time I am overdue for a fill, and I usually don’t have polish on. But when I do my nails it’s usually on the weekend at home.

your career, she sees that your nails are ugly. That’s why I always have mine done in cool designs and bold colors. I usually do mine between clients or late before I go home. You’ve got to take the time!

Beth Clarke

Turning Heads Hair & Nails, Torrington, Wyo.

Lynette’s Complete Hair Care, North Kingstown, R.I.

I have many clients that call my nails “some-r nails” — some are there, some are not! When you’re booked solid all the time it is hard. It’s sometimes the last thing you want to do after a long week.

Kathy Wagner

Frank’s On First, Casper, Wyo.

The whole reason I started doing nails was because of my obsession with having my own nails done. Even though I have a full schedule, I take time after work or, because I’m off on Saturdays, I go first thing in the morning. My clients like that my nails are always done no matter what.

Lauren Scales

Graffiti Nail Bar, Memphis, Tenn.

Yes. I use myself as my own best guinea pig. I can improve my techniques and try new products on myself. I find this important when talking to my clients about the products she is interested in.

Janice Gomes

Entourage Salon, Orcutt, Calif.

Amber Hanson

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I do mine every four to five weeks. I use gel. Sometimes I’ll go a day without gels on my nails because of lack of time, but I usually get up at 5 a.m. to do them.

Jeanette Gegg-Lynch

Beauty by Ninetta, Atherton, Australia

I am always practicing new techniques on my nails, so typically I have 10 different nails, which is a great marketing tool. When I have all 10 nails done the same, my clients ask if I am feeling OK!

Adrienne Schodtler

Nails by Adrienne, Fuquay Varina, N.C.

Yes, I make an appointment with myself and even write my name on my book. I would never have my nails done if I didn’t do this.

Vickie Foster

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BUSINESS} The Promise of the Prom Set Getting teens prepared for their big day can mean more than a one-time client. It can mark the beginning of a relationship that lasts for years. BY LASHAUN BROWN-GLENN

The prom is one of the most exciting events in a young woman’s life. It is a day for her

to glam it up; for her to do her hair and nails, get a pedicure, and wear a fancy, beautiful dress. Prom also provides an excellent opportunity for nail professionals, with our expertise in the care and artistry of nails, to increase our bottom lines — not only in the immediate future, but for years to come. During prom season, you have a chance to make additional money by focusing on the teenagers who will be attending their junior and senior proms. By providing prom nail services, you are creating an entrée for them to have a long-standing relationship with you and your salon. For high school seniors, the prom creates two additional opportunities for your nail salon. You will be able to prepare their nails for prom, possibly for the luncheon that usually follows, and of course, for graduation! Parents have planned and budgeted for all of these events and the ladies have been saving their allowances and working part-time to get the things that Mom and Dad won’t pay for.

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Don’t discount the importance of prom girls, as I did during my first years in business. At the time, I did not want to waste my time with teenage girls and their no-shows and nail art. However, I learned their nail art could expand my business, and there were creative ways to help young ladies become stable clients who would be guests of mine for years (and even for a lifetime). My first young guest, DJ, came to me for her prom in 1989. Surprisingly, all she wanted was a short extension with a French manicure. However, DJ returned to me for all of the important events during her senior year, and then she became a regular client. I continued to do her nails, as I watched her blossom into an incredible woman. I even provided services for her wedding party about 11 years later. Not only did I gain her as a loyal client, but her mother and aunt became regular clients too. Fast forward to 2012, and the only thing that separates us is the distance between Chicago and Atlanta, where DJ now resides. She is just one of my many prom success stories. She is an example of how you can fill your

book and build your business for the future. First, you have to know that young ladies are valuable clients with whom you can establish lasting relationships. Then you need to set a goal, know what you are trying to accomplish, and decide what you want as your end result.

START REACHING OUT One simple way to build your nail business is through referrals from your current database and your own personal sphere of influence. We all know there is no better compliment than a referral. You should develop and put in place a prom program and then share it with your clients and with everyone you know who is not a client. Another way to build your business is to cross-market with other businesses, for example, dressmakers, formalwear stores, and even bridal stores that offer prom wear. As a part of this cross-marketing, create an offer for their clients, i.e., a certificate that gives a dollar amount off for your nail services. The offer creates a win-win situation for both businesses. It gives an added value to the customers of the other business and creates

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everything in between. Remember the key to your success is getting them into your salon. To get started, create a marketing package that includes a letter of introduction and a brief bio that highlights your services and accolades. Tell them what you’re offering and explain why it’s a win-win for their business as well. Keep it brief and to the point. Let them know you will follow-up with a call within a few days. Once your package is complete, begin your online search to locate businesses that will be a good match for your salon. Keep your search within about a 30-mile radius. Focus on the immediate area around you, within one to five miles. The final step in creating a package is to build it in a way to ensure the return of new clients after their initial service with you. For example, you can offer a Senior Grad Package. It could include three nail services and a pedicure service, which is valid for an eight-week period during the celebratory season. Another option would be to create a Mother-Daughter Package, which brings them in the salon together and may increase your adult clientele. By the end of prom season, you will have given the young ladies great nail care, additional confidence, and an education in personal grooming beyond waxing and hairstyling. The owner of Nails Naturally Hand and Foot Spa in Chicago, LaShaun Brown-Glenn is an award-winning nail tech, educator, and author. She offers business strategies, tips, and in-salon trainings through her consulting company, Speaking On Point (www. speakingonpoint.com).

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Personalized pedicures, custom nail work, and an endless candy supply make Nail Candy Lounge a relaxing place.

A Sweet Treat for Fashion-Forward Nail Fanatics Run by nail tech Terri Silacci, Nail Candy Lounge gives clients out-of-the-box nails and all the sweets they can eat. This small Monterey, Calif.-based salon made a big splash in the fashion world last year with its snakeskin pedicure. BY BRITTNI RUBIN Nail Candy Lounge owner Terri Silacci has never gotten a pedicure. Though an industry

veteran of 17 years, she refuses on principle and attributes part of her success to this personal choice. “I’m not saying I won’t eventually get a fabulous pedicure from someone else, but as of now, I want to keep it this way,” says Silacci. “I don’t want to be influenced. I’ve always relied on my own vision and I’ve been fearless, which is why I continue to do such crazy, out-of-the-box things.” Silacci’s creativity allows her to work as a one-woman show. She’s known for her custom manicures and intricate

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design work. She experiments with luxury pedicure chair in her space and unique materials — such as snakeskin, a manicure station built for two. real gold, and recycled bras to name a few — crafting something original A SWEET ESCAPE Aptly named, for each client. Silacci’s book is always Nail Candy Lounge serves everything full, so clients wait an average of two to from jellybeans to Pixie Stix. When three weeks to snag an appointment. Silacci was creating the concept for In September 2010, Silacci opened Nail Candy Lounge, a small salon within Euphoria Salon Name: Nail Candy Lounge Lounge Salon and Spa in Location: Monterey, Calif. Monterey, Calif. There, she Owner: Terri Silacci combines her love for off-the-wall Square Footage: 120 nail treatments with a seemingly Opened: September 2010 endless supply of candy for her Number of Nail Techs/Total Staff: 1 customers to snack on. Being the Specialties: Gel nails, custom manis/pedis, sole nail tech, Silacci only has one

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her new salon, she was inspired by old apothecary jars she had and decided to fill them with candy for decoration. The concept quickly evolved. “The candy went from an idea to a decoration, and now it’s literally feeding the entire salon and spa,” says Silacci. All salon customers, including those who aren’t Silacci’s, frequent the candy jars several times an appointment. And from week to week, the candy selection is never the same. This amenity is an expensive trademark, but one Silacci doesn’t have the heart to cut back on. “It’s funny because the candy created an ambiance throughout the entire spa,” says Silacci. “For adults and the elderly, they get a sense of nostalgia; they love it because it’s a treat they haven’t revisited for many years.” According to Silacci, her treatments — as well as her candy — serve as literal therapy for many of her clients. Since her pedicures average about 90

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minutes and focus on one customer at a time, the relaxed clients end up talking about what’s going on in their lives. A good listener, Silacci tries to cater her treatments to her client’s specific needs. “Someone might come in complaining of a cold, so I’ll put some lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint into the footbath, or if a client has a hormone imbalance where she’s getting hot flashes, I’d put some ylang-ylang into her lotion or scrub,” says Silacci. Colors are also custom blended for clients at Nail Candy Lounge. Silacci doesn’t want her clients to settle for something else. “Many people come in with a bottle of nail polish asking if I have that color in gel polish. Then I custom blend that shade for them,” says Silacci. “I like when my clients breathe a sigh of relief when they leave, feeling better than they did when they came in.” Nine out of 10 of Silacci’s clients

1 get gel manicures or pedicures, and the majority of clients request design work as well. Between the candy, the personalized services, and the one-on-one attention, Silacci says a lot of her clients describe Nail Candy Lounge as an escape. “I didn’t even see a decrease in business during the economic downturn,” says Silacci. “My take on it is: When the economy slips, people look for a place to escape. It makes them feel better, so they factor it into their budget.” The salon has an upscale feel

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1. Nail Candy Lounge features an assortment of free candy stored in apothecary jars. The sugar supply feeds not only Silacci’s clients, but Euphoria Salon and Spa customers as well. 2. Silacci workshops the techniques needed for her more creative services in her home studio, which has a duplicate of everything she keeps in her salon. 3. The waiting room features black leather couches, marble ﬂoors, and modern light ﬁxtures. Silacci describes the salon as having an upscale feel with a relaxed attitude.

3 with a relaxed attitude. The decor is predominantly black and white with iridescent chandeliers and puffy leather couches. Silacci defines its style as “rocker chic meets glam girl.” In Nail Candy Lounge, tall candle fixtures and transparent candy jars give the sophisticated space a splash of color.

BIRTH OF SILACCI’S SNAKESKIN Silacci receives a lot of attention for her snakeskin manis and pedis, which use real snakeskin. Also called the “Python

Pedicure,” her treatment was named Vogue’s best pedicure of 2011. And to whom does she owe the credit for this innovative creation? Her children. According to Silacci, her children came home one day with real snakeskin sheds they found while playing in the backyard. It sparked an idea for Silacci, who had to find a way to sandwich the snakeskin between coats of gel and get it to last the full six to eight weeks, as customers would expect. “I was giggling thinking, ‘Wow this is great,’ as I put it on people’s nails,” says

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Silacci. “Getting the science behind it took a while, but I managed, and then when Vogue asked for the pedicure exclusively, the rest was history.” Realizing that not every manicurist was going to be able to get a hold of real snakeskin, Silacci came up with a synthetic version that looks almost identical, but with more color. Silacci charges $300 for a real snakeskin pedicure, which takes about two hours to complete, and $150 for the synthetic version. “Clients who fly in just for the

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Nail tech Terri Silacci rents space in Euphoria Salon and Spa in Monterey, Calif., to run Nail Candy Lounge.

snakeskin manis and pedis are a special breed of client,” says Silacci. “Those are the ones I ask: Do you want to try the synthetic version maybe with some 24-carat gold lining? And they say absolutely not; they only want the real thing.”

EVERYTHING’S AN INSPIRATION Silacci’s personal motto is “inspire and be inspired.” Therefore, any pattern or design she comes across can become groundwork for a future pedicure. “Everything around me is a possible adornment for a toenail,” says Silacci. “I went into a department store once and saw a Betsey Johnson handbag that just struck me, so I bought it because I didn’t want to forget the pattern.” She hand-paints patterns onto her clients’ nails, and, similarly to her snakeskin pedis, she also uses real material to achieve intricate designs. She calls this process “couture coating” — Silacci dresses a nail in a piece of fabric and cures it with clear gel. One of the most popular fabrics among her clients is lace. Silacci uses recycled lace bras in a myriad of colors, and cuts lace from the backing into small pieces that fit each client’s nail individually. It’s a highly custom-tailored process that can take anywhere from 75 to 90 minutes. Silacci workshops the techniques needed for these services in her home studio, which has a duplicate of everything she keeps in her salon. “I have a workbench, a corkboard, a wall-sized chalkboard, blank nails, and swatches,” says Silacci. “When my kids are asleep at night, I’m in there doodling on my chalkboard, playing, and trying to figure out how to duplicate patterns effectively.” And to stay abreast of what’s going on in the industry, Silacci prefers to read about fashion rather than nail trends. “I like looking at Italian magazines from two years ago to see what trends will happen here or resurface,” says Silacci. She also teaches classes once a month and attends a training center a block away from her salon in an upscale beauty supply shop. Since her business has only grown in the past couple of years, she is considering hiring a back-up nail technician to support her while she’s doing special nail assignments out of town. She’s hoping to find someone with the same fearless attitude she possesses. “The one thing I always tell people is to inspire and be inspired, invent and reinvent,” says Silacci. “You should never be afraid to do nails. It’s not permanent, so go with your vision and try anything.”

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The use of hot towels in manicure and pedicure treatments is growing. The Hot Towel Steamer from BeautyPro produces steamed towels that are moisture-rich, hot, and retain heat better, especially when using the company’s new Facial Wrap Towels. Hot towels can be used on the hands or feet prior to treatment to soften the cuticle or on specific areas, such as after an exfoliating scrub. Featuring a sleek modern design, the Hot Towel Steamer is quick, energy-efficient, and easily portable. To use, place rolled dry towels into the unit. (There’s no need to dampen the towels first.) Add water to the base and switch on. Towels are ready in 15 minutes. For more information, go to www.nailsmag. com/fifi/15451. >>>

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Crystal Nail Files Offer a Green Alternative

The emery board scores low on the “green-o-meter.” “The number of trees used to make millions of files and the landfill space taken up by these little 5-in. sticks is more enormous than you can imagine,” says Barry LaVaque, president of LaVaque Tweezers. “At least an entire football stadium can be filled each year with tossed emery boards and it takes years for one to fully decompose in the ground.” Instead he urges use of a greener alternative: the crystal nail file. “They’re made from recycled materials and several factories use lead-free, environmentally safe dyes. They last for such a long time that landfills will not be greatly impacted. One crystal nail file could last a person’s entire lifetime.” LaVaque’s Crystal Nail Files are non-porous, so they can be sanitized and disinfected. For natural and artificial nails, the 5 1/2-in. files feature a double-sided abrasive surface. For more information, go to www.nailsmag. com/fifi/15452.

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This is our final tip for your workstation makeover, and it really doesn’t have much to do with the station at all. It will help you understand your customers and deal Butler with any concerns they may have. Tip #5: You know how to listen. It’s time to learn how to communicate. Talk to your clients about sanitation and disinfection procedures at your salon. Some clients don’t feel comfortable asking you about them. They don’t want you to feel insulted — but they still want to know they are safe. Take the discomfort out of the subject and proudly speak about all the steps you take to ensure your clients’ safety. Let your clients take non-reusable items like nail files and buffers home, or put them in the trash while your client can see it. Encourage your clients to voice their concerns. Only if you know what they don’t like about your service can you address it and improve it. An easy solution is a short anonymous questionnaire that can be filled out while your client is at the salon. Limit it to three questions (if it is short more people will respond) and offer a small reward like a free polish change for their efforts.

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HEALTH} under the microscope

Lichen Planus Lichen planus is an inﬂammatory skin condition that can affect the nails as well as most other parts of the body. Lichen planus affects 1%-2% of the general population. It can develop nearly anywhere on the body. On the skin, it appears as rows of itchy, flat-topped bumps. It can also appear on the inside of the cheek and on the gums and tongue. On the scalp, the condition (called lichen planopilaris) can cause permanent damage to hair follicles and leave adults with patches of baldness. Of those affected with the condition, about 10% will have lichen planus on the nails, causing splitting or thinning of the nails. It is difficult to diagnose because it’s easy to confuse with other nail conditions. Another roadblock to a diagnosis is the fact that lichen planus can show up on all the nails and toes, on only the nails or the toes, or on only select nails or toes.

What is it?

There is little known about the cause of the condition, but all theories include a reaction of the body’s immune system. Some characterize it as an autoimmune disease, meaning the person’s immune system reacts as though the skin and other parts of the body are foreign and starts to attack those parts.

How do you get it?

There is no particular treatment for lichen planus of the nails. When lichen planus appears on the skin, two-thirds of patients will suffer for less than a year. Almost all of them will be clear by the second year. However, when lichen planus appears on the nail, it often destroys the matrix. Consequently, even if the lichen planus clears up, the nail will still be damaged. Lichen planus can be itchy, and it can cause inflammation. For these reasons, doctors sometimes prescribe steroids or suggest a cortisone shot at the base of the nail. These treatments don’t cure lichen planus, but they can provide clients relief from the itching or pain. Other recommendations for relief include a tepid soak or an over-thecounter antihistamine or hydrocortisone cream.

How is it treated?

Lichen planus is not contagious and it’s not dangerous, so techs don’t have to fear contracting the condition or spreading it from client to client. If a tech suspects a client has lichen planus, send her to a doctor. There is a risk to using artificial nails on clients with lichen planus because the disease destroys the matrix, which deforms the nail, leaving an uneven nail bed. If the surface isn’t smooth, it’s possible for pockets of air to get trapped under the enhancement. Careful application of a gel or acrylic overlay, which will fill in all the unevenness of the nail, could be used as a temporary beautification for a special event, but the product should not remain on the nail for a significant length of time.

What can a tech do?

The safest approach for nail techs is to keep the nail natural. Simply shape and buff the nail without adding an enhancement. Even in this, though, techs should use caution. The damaged nail is sort of like a teepee. The outer nail can be gently buffed to smooth out the ridges, but underneath the damaged nail is soft skin. Until the condition has cleared, excessive or aggressive filing can break the delicate skin underneath and cause bleeding.

What else?

Dr. Lisa Hitchins and Dr. Jere Mammino contributed to this article.

For more information about lichen planus, log on to www.nailsmag.com/encyclopedia.

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HEALTH} Lower Your Exposure to Salon Chemicals Since most regulations are intended to protect the salon-going public rather than the nail technicians themselves, Seattle’s Healthy Nail Salon Project reaches out to salon workers to offer education and training on safe practices.

The Healthy Nail Salon Project in Seattle and King County in Washington State helps

salon owners and workers create a healthier workplace by adding what is missing in training and awareness. “Most cosmetology schools are not teaching chemical safety and there is a lack of health risk information,” says Sharon Schoenfeld-Cohen, project coordinator for The Healthy Nail Salon Project. “It is even more challenging because chemical information can be nonexistent, hard to find or make sense of, and is rarely available in other languages.” As to why more isn’t done to help improve working conditions for nail salon workers and owners, SchoenfeldCohen says: “It’s hard to measure day-long exposures that can vary depending on what a salon worker is doing, or how those exposures may impact petite women, expectant mothers, or children. Safety standards for chemical use at work are set for a 160-pound man with a constant exposure to one chemical over eight hours. Agencies that regulate safety standards have no incentive to assist salons because the chemical amounts in salons are below safety standards

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Gloves and safety glasses are recommended salon safety precautions. Chemicals should be labeled and stored in closed containters.

(known as the Permissible Exposure Limits or PELs), and most regulations are intended to protect the public, rather than the technicians.” Still, adding simple practices and buying inexpensive equipment can help salon staff protect themselves and their customers and create an inviting salon experience. The Healthy Nail Salon Project recommends taking these steps to protect yourself every day: > Keep the general ventilation system turned on all day and use exhaust ventilation at a workstation to keep salon air fresh. > Wear gloves and protect your skin when handling chemicals. > Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from splashing and debris. > Wear a dust mask to keep from breathing acrylic powder and filing and sanding dusts into your lungs. > Safely store chemicals by labeling them and keeping containers closed. > Ask for and read about product risks and handling on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Keeping an MSDS notebook helps with emergencies too.

Ask your nail product supply store or call the manufacturer for an MSDS. They are legally required to provide it. > Install an eyewash station at a sink and test it by showing your employees how to use it during regular employee safety meetings. > Keep acetone-saturated cotton balls stored in metal cans with tight fitting lids and dispose of them at the end of the day in the outside garbage. Dispose of used acetone, nail polish, or other hazardous waste at your local hazardous waste disposal site or contact a hazardous waste disposal company. Visit www.lhwmp.org/home/ health/nail-salons.aspx for safer salon practices, ventilation, and nail salon chemical information in English and Vietnamese.

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HEALTH} secret ingredient

acrylic brushes Acrylic brushes aim to give precise control to nail techs. The handle, ferrule, and bristles can be made of a variety of materials to ensure that the brush will last through the rigors of everyday use, plus retain effectiveness in giving nail techs full control of the acrylic once it is on the nail plate.

Have an acrylic brush clogged with dry product? Find out how to revive it in the Technique section on page 79.

Bristles: Bristles can be made of animal hair or synthetic materials like nylon filament, Taklon, or polyester. Brushes for acrylic nails use “soft” hair bristles, as opposed to stiffer bristles that are used in cleaning brushes. Kolinsky and Sable are two small mammals in the weasel family whose hair is renowned for its brush performance. Used in paint brushes and in acrylic brushes, the bristles have a softness, flexibility, and fine point that gives artists great control over the product. Today, synthetic brushes have improved significantly in their performance and their comparative lower cost has made them an increasingly popular choice for painters and nail techs.

Ferrule: The ferrule is the metal portion that holds the bristles. It keeps the bristles tightly in place and helps protect them from damage. Some innovative brushes will have ferrules that can be removed from the handle so techs can interchange different shaped brush heads.

Handle: Acrylic brushes in the nail industry typically have handles made of wood, plastic, or in some cases aluminum. Some creative acrylic brush manufacturers will even feature a second tool at the end of the handle, like a hard plastic cuticle pusher or a dotter tool, to give techs an extra application tool at their fingertips.

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SALON MAKEOVERS That May Just Inspire You

to Pick Up a Hammer

ADDING A NAIL DEPARTMENT

before TRUE ENVY SALON SPA Orlando Renovation square footage: 77 Time frame: 9 weeks Hired help? Yes, a plumber, and the salon may still hire a handyman to install a commercial light ﬁxture. Russell installed a new wall ﬁnish (actually kitchen backsplash tiles from The Home Depot) himself to save money. Key purchases: > 2 pedicure benches with pipeless plumbed basins > small Minerva discharge pump for pedicure basins > pedicure bench accessories, including pillows, armrests, and stools > 20 Fasäde wall tiles > 4 white IKEA curtains (to separate the new nail area from the existing hair area) > invisible curtain rod > Pibbs 2009BL Foldable Manicure Cart > storage units (including IKEA cabinets) > miscellaneous decorative items > miscellaneous nail service items (The paint for touch-ups was left over from the original paint.)

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Russell chronicles his ﬁrst year with a nail department at blogs.nailsmag.com/blueprint.

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As co-owner of True Envy for three years, Ramar Russell had envisioned all the ways in which he’d be able to add nail services to his hair salon — except for the way it finally happened. As fate would have it, the nail salon one door down closed its doors (and with it went an exclusivity agreement as the plaza’s only nail services provider), but True Envy couldn’t expand into that space because the plaza owner wanted it. So True Envy opted to replace two mostly unused hair stations with pedicure benches. The benches posed challenges both in getting them inside the salon and in getting the plumbing in place. The delivery men couldn’t get the benches through the door on the pallets, so Russell unpackaged all of the pieces in the parking lot and hand-carried them in. For the plumbing, there was a lot of back-and-forth with the plumber regarding whether the salon floor would need to be dug into to install water drainage lines, but ultimately Russell located a pump small enough to fit under the benches. The manicure table is folded up and under the curtain (where it looks like a table with drawers). For manicures, the salon has the client sit at a dryer chair and performs the nail services on the table.

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Beware: After viewing these before and after photos, whatever excuse you had for not completing that renovation project may go out the window (which coincidentally now needs to be replaced, so get on that)! You and your clients may ﬁnd joy in a beautifully redone space. BY SREE ROY

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SHINE Chicago

Renovation square footage: 650

(entire salon) Time frame: 1 week

Hired help? No professionals were hired, but Bates solicited the help of friends with renovation experience and paid them for their assistance.

after When clients entered Shine, a boutique nail, brows, and lashesfocused salon, a year ago, owner Ericka Bates probably said a silent prayer that clients didn’t look down at the warped flooring. The laminate showed wear from water spills and other damage from the busy salon and, even worse, it was uneven — with new layers of flooring having been stacked on top of previous layers. For this renovation, Bates, with the help of friends, removed all of the layers of flooring until reaching the base concrete. The dip in the concrete was then filled and a brand new vinyl floor installed on top. Clients now are greeted not only with a perfect new floor but with a whole new brightened look. As part of this makeover, Bates also re-stained the wood of the pedicure benches, moved the lash station to the back to open up more room in the entrance, removed a cabinet, >>> and repainted the salon in brighter, shinier colors.

Key purchases: > ﬂooring > paint > wood stain > benches for waiting area > chairs for eyelash station > chandelier > art pieces > throw pillows

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NAILED IT! Racine, Wis.

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Renovation square footage: 400 Time frame: 5 months (~3 months off

hands-on work; the rest was waiting g for permits and scheduling conﬂicts) s)

Hired help? Yes, a flooring installer, plumber, and electrician. Self-professed DIY junkies, Schlegel and Sidoti did the rest themselves, asking friends and the local hardware store for advice as needed. Key purchases: > flooring, including plywood for subfloor, baseboards, and tiles > drywall > Behr paint > cabinets > door > 2 IKEA chairs for pedicures and vinyl headrests > 2 IKEA tables for manicures > IKEA eight cube shelf for retail > 2 FootsieBath pedicure basins > 2 Dina Meri pedicure carts > 2 ceiling fans > garage sale finds: 8 chairs (redone completely), reception cafe table (stripped and painted) > miscellaneous accessories including lamps, storage containers, and shelves

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FROM DREARY TO UPBEAT RETRO A former hair studio site, Nailed It! started in a dark, dreary space with a wall that bisected the space into two awkward areas, plus housed an inefficiently large coat closet. Deciding to open the salon with zero debt, co-owners Anne Schlegel and John Sidoti (wife and husband) relied exclusively on their savings to complete the project, which encompassed the entire working area of the salon. (Out-of-sight places like the break room weren’t done.) Doing much of the work themselves, the salon has a whole new look after knocking down the wall, converting the oversized closet to a pedicure room, applying fresh paint, and adding checkered floor tiles. “We wanted the salon to feel like a soda shop from the ’50s or ’60s,” Schlegel says. She decorated the walls with retro tin prints of icons like James Dean and Rosie the Riveter, plus tracked down old advertisements for nail products no longer in production, which she framed before hanging. Her favorite wall decoration is one she unearthed during the demolition: a small handpainted sign from the plumbing supply company that >>> originally built the building.

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HEAD TO TOE REVAMP Renovating Head to Toes Salon was like going back in time. With her family pitching in, owner Anne Clarizio diligently removed the paneling and paper off the walls, where she uncovered a page from a hairstyling magazine from 1973. She also removed the asbestos tile (being careful not to let flakes get into the air) and Berber carpet. When replacing the HVAC unit, the technician commented that he had never seen some of the things he pulled out of the unit when he replaced it. Clarizio says, “I refurbished the shampoo cabinets. The bones were good — they don’t make them like that anymore — and kept the cast iron sinks. I had the painter match the wall color to the sinks. We turned the dryer area into the nail area. The only part of the salon we didn’t renovate was the mixing room in the back,” though she then adds that even the mixing room was given a new >>> layer of paint and new shelves.

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Renovation square footage: 935 Time frame: 5 weeks Hired help? Yes, a plumber, painter, electrician, and HVAC technician. Clarizio did a lot of the work herself including paneling removal, wallpaper application, mudding and prepping the walls, reﬁnishing the cabinets at the shampoo stations, and tiling the backsplash. Key purchases: > ﬂooring > HVAC unit > 2 Minerva Beauty double-sided styling stations > Minerva Beauty pedicure chair > 4 CCI Beauty styling chairs > CCI Beauty manicure table > paint > bathroom sink > bathroom cabinets

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after SENSATIONAILS BY RUTH Manchester Center, Vt. Renovation square footage: 300 Time frame: 2.5 months Hired help? Yes, an electrician put in the track lighting and a plumber helped with the pedicure chair. Key purchases: > pipeless whirlpool spa > European Touch Petite Spa > paint > replacement window > awning > sign and sign post > air conditioner

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Just because she’s past the so-called “retirement age,” Ruth Gurry didn’t let that stop her from renovating a former apartment (now zoned for commercial use) into a stressfree sanctuary for nail clients. Gurry (at 68) and her husband (over 70) sanded the floor, which took more than two days. After the sanding, and with the help of an interior designer friend, Claudine Calvin (over 70), they whitewashed the floor to make it look old like the building. The color scheme started with a local regulation that the awning outside be burgundy or hunter green; they chose the former. Calvin then suggested painting a burgundy border on the floor and a burgundy “rug” in the center to give the salon a signature look. “It was much work on both our parts, laying on the floor and painting this rug,” Gurry remembers. “I asked Claudine how she was going to get up off the floor. She said not to worry, she recently took a course that, in case she fell, taught her how to get up.” Gurry enjoys catering to bridal parties, and the space’s kitchen is handy for that. However, she wasn’t able to fit two whirlpool spas into the space, so she decided on a pipeless whirlpool spa and a European Touch Petite Spa. Gurry saved some money on her manicure table: her original Dina Meri granite-top boomerang table from 1993 is >>> still in great shape.

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FROM CARPETED DRAB TO OVERALL FAB

before

after KILLER NAILS & ESTHETICS DAY SPA Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada Renovation square footage: 550 (entire salon) Time frame: 1 month Hired help? No, Clifton’s husband and father are both in the construction industry, so they were able to handle everything. Key purchases: > laminate ﬂooring > pedicure chair > drywall > paint > ﬁxtures > materials for custom-made reception desk and manicure tables

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before

after Salon owner Nikki Clifton had one month to turn a former printing shop into a stylish nail salon. One priority was to ditch the carpeting, since (by British Columbia province standards) carpeting is not allowed in salons. The salon also needed drywall installation and a new paint job. To stay within her no-debt budget, Clifton enlisted her husband and her father (both in the construction industry) for help. Her husband installed the laminate flooring, as well as the drywall, painting, and fixtures (sometimes working until 3 a.m., while Clifton stayed home with their two toddlers). Her father installed the pedicure spa plumbing, the hair sink, and milled the red cedar for the salon’s reception counter and two nail tables. Though the major projects were completed in a month, Clifton says the frequent tweaks make it feel as though the project has been ongoing for much longer. “It’s taken me two years to get the salon looking the way it does now — with the decor, retail, and the coffee bar. I’m currently looking at expanding again as I just purchased a tanning bed.”

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“Many times advertising is reactionary,” says Steve Gomez, professional development manager with Milady/Cengage Learning. “It ends up being done

in a rush, as a solution to a problem.” Examples of this would be advertising to fill the schedules of newly hired staff, to move product, or because it’s a particular holiday, such as Christmas. The problem with reactionary advertising is that little time is spent on reflection, preparation, and analysis. “Advertising is a 365-day-ayear proposition,” says Gomez. “Salons should have a marketing committee, a marketing budget, and a marketing calendar.” Plus, after every marketing campaign, the results should be reviewed and analyzed to determine its success. Even then, it’s not always easy to know what form of advertising will work best for your salon. Some people have fantastic luck with print; others see great results from online outlets. Of course, all of us benefit from word of mouth. To determine what will work best for your salon, take a minute to first decide what you need: Is it necessary to get a quick influx of clients to fill the book of a brandnew tech or to keep a multi-tech salon supplied with a steady stream of business? Maybe you need only a few new clients to fill the block of consistently slow hours during the week. What you need from advertising will help determine the type of advertising you need. A second thing to consider is the motivation of the clients you are trying to attract. What service or special will you offer and why would the client want it? “When you advertise, you have to ask the question, ‘What solution or benefit am I providing to the end user?’” says Gomez. This way you can advertise the solution, not just a service. If you’re located near the university and want to attract college students, for example, you would advertise differently than if you’re located in a downtown business district and need to draw in the lunch-hour and after-work crowd. Even if you offer the same service, you might need to choose a different advertising method or use different language depending on your audience. For example, a mani/pedi special may be advertised to college students as a way to prepare for the weekend, but to working women as a way to escape during a lunch hour or decompress after work. Be sure you understand not only your target audience but also the demographic scope of the advertising vehicle. Be ready to ask questions, and be clear about what you see as a measure of success. For example, your local newspaper may offer you ad space through its online site, claiming your ad will be viewed by 5,000 people a day. That may sound like a sweet deal, but it doesn’t provide enough information. You want to know not only how many viewers the site gets, but also how responsive the viewers are. Can the newspaper provide you with stats to show businesses similar to yours that have a substantial number of readers click on the ads to land on the salon site? Once you determine what your campaign must accomplish, who you’re trying to reach, the demographic of an advertising vehicle’s audience, and the measures of success, you’ll be in a better position to mix and match these different advertising mediums to achieve the highest rate of return on your investment (ROI). >>>

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Print advertising still works, but often it’s the most expense option. If ad rates of your local paper are cost-prohibitive, think of other print media that gets into the hands of your clients: > School programs (plays, sports, fundraisers) > Coupon books targeted to your zip code > Every Door Direct Mail program through the U.S. Post Office (14.5 cents/postcard) > Local magazines What you need to know: Coupon books suggest you offer the reader a discount on services, but direct mailers and school programs offer you the chance to advertise your business without necessarily including a discount (though everyone likes a deal!). Raise your profile among local readers by using these venues to list services you offer, location, and hours of operation. Design matters. Make sure your salon is accurately represented in your print material. Readers have an immediate reaction to graphics, font, color, and the overall feel of an ad. Print materials should be consistent across all touch points of the salon (business cards, website, salon menu, shelf talkers). This can be done through online resources, such as Vistaprint.com, or by working closely with a graphic designer. (Hint: Save money by offering nail services in trade for graphic materials.) If your marketing materials need work, but you don’t have time to revamp them before you begin advertising, then work closely with the advertising venue to choose graphics that portray the true feel of your salon.

It’s the least expensive, and it can be very effective, but many of the most successful online tools take time because they’re built on interactions that develop into relationships with clients. Used well, these online resources can be powerful tools to draw clients to your business. > Google: Make sure the info about your business is accurate on Google maps (support.google. com/places). > Review sites: Encourage your clients to Yelp, check in, review on Citysearch, or Tweet about you. It’s the best advertising you can receive, because it’s from real people. > Salon blog: Blogs can be linked from your website and maintained for free. The advantage of advertising in this way is it allows your personality to come through. Blog about beauty, fashion, your salon’s fundraisers, new staff, staff profiles … the topics are seemingly endless. Cost is paid in time, as consistency is key here. An outdated blog communicates apathy (or worse). >Facebook: Certainly by now salon owners realize the power of Facebook. The basic steps — setting up a business page, updating statuses, asking clients to “check in,” and persuading staff to request their friends “like” your page — are all free. More advanced Facebook advertising comes at a minimal cost and is easy to use. You can also promote your page with a Facebook ad, where you set the amount of money you want to spend and your target audience. (You pay per click up to X amount of dollars.) Suddenly, your ad will appear on the page of exactly the type of person who would be your client. In addition, using companies such as Wildfire (wildfireapp.com) to run contests using your branding can cost as little as $25. >Twitter: It’s free, but Twitter, done right, does take some time. However, more and more people turn to Twitter to find recommendations on anything from restaurants to service providers. >E-mail blasts: Easy-to-use, companies such as Constant Contact allow you a 30-day free trial where you can design and send beautiful, professional looking e-mails to up to 100 clients. Rates are still incredibly reasonable after the trial period has ended.

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Your clients are your best advertisers. They bring in the most new clients, and they bring in the best clients. Reward them for bringing in new business and promoting your salon. Build loyalty by creating a culture where the client feels it’s “her” salon — that she’s a part of its community, its success, its personality. To do this, consider some of these in-house advertising ideas: > Client referral program: Offer your client a discount for every new customer she brings in or a free service if she refers multiple new customers. > A drawing: Clients can submit the name of a friend to win a service. Both the client and the drawing winner get a prize. > Discounts for VIPs: Customers choose the VIPs among their friends when they hand out $5-off cards. Give the cards to clients and let them know when they pass the card on to a friend who becomes a new client, they both receive a $5 discount on the service of their choice. > Checking in and posting pictures: This doesn’t go under the “online” section because the only way to advertise in this way is by advertising in realtime — from the salon! What’s nice about this way of advertising is it doesn’t cost any money, it inherently builds client loyalty, and it’s guaranteed to hit your target audience. What you need to know: Don’t feel uncomfortable about asking clients to talk up your salon. Social media sites wouldn’t have exploded if people weren’t dying to give their opinions and communicate with their friends. However, be careful how you present it. You don’t want to look desperate: The tone “please, please, please help me get new customers” doesn’t inspire. Instead, present referrals as a great opportunity for clients to save money, “Here’s our way of thanking our customers when they tell their friends about us. You both get $5 off any service in the salon!”

SETTING YOUR AD BUDGET The best way not to advertise from a reactionary position is to plan well. Steve Gomez says 2% of your total income (sales and services) should be put aside for advertising. Some months you may not spend that, but other months you’ll spend more than that, and since you’ve put the money aside, you’ll be able to use it instead of charging the ads to a credit cards. From the 2% that you’ve put aside, 80% should be on internal promotion and marketing, 20% should be on external advertising.

GO ONLINE TO READ MORE ABOUT ADVERTISING AND MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS: > Making the Most of Web Check-ins — www.nailsmag.com/webcheckins > Facebook Your Way to a Full Book — www.nailsmag.com/fbfullbook > The Nitty Gritty Guide to Marketing Your Salon — www.nailsmag.com/marketingguide

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The Soak

Offs Of

SPRING Show your clients that you’re the queen of gel fashion by offering them the latest seasonal colors this year in their favorite soak-off brand. Whether it’s gel-polish or a traditional potted soak-off, a perfect nail can make a lasting impression on style-wise clients who love to accessorize.

Bio Sculputure Gel has a spring/

summer collection of soak-off color gels, Royal Monarch. Bio Sculpture Gel can be applied over natural nails, without the use of any primers, bonders, or base coats. The new colors are Duke, Royal Highness, Prince, Duchess, Princess, and Her Majesty.

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INM’s Gelavish soak-off gel polishes feature four spring colors in a nice range of delicate shades. Gelavish is specially formulated to work in both UV and LED lights. They brush on like polish and soak off quickly. The colors are Enchanted, Joyful, Charming, and Eccentric. (888) 745-4030 x15461 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15461

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Nubar kicks spring off with a bang

with its new Gelicure Neon collection. Touted as Nubar’s brightest soak-off gel collection yet, Neon offers eight eye-popping colors that give excellent coverage, work with both UV and LED lamps, and soak off fast. The colors are Not So Mellow Yellow, Pink Pop, Lightning Lime, Blue Boost, Out a Sight Orange, Purple Power (shown), and Rad Raspberry and Rocking Red.

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Jessica Cosmetics’ Geleration brush-

on, soak-off gels have mirrored the Heavy Petal Collection also featured as a spring regular polish line. Heavy Petal features six springinspired colors: Rolling Rose, Born 2 Pansy, Witchy Wisteria, Hotter Than Hibiscus, Dazed Dahlia, and Geranium Gypsy.

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Nailite’s Gentle Colored Gels can be used as a top gel over any enhancement, plus over natural nails for full-coverage color. The pots are ½-oz., and the spring colors are Boardwalk, Taffy, and Seagrape. Nailite recommends a 9-watt UV lamp or greater when curing these gels. (888) 745-4030 x15465 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15465

Young Nails’ ManiQ Color SoakOff Gels has subdued shades that match perfectly for spring-time pastel attire. ManiQ offers a polish-like brush-on application that cures in 30 seconds using an LED light, and one minute in a UV light. The collection is inspired by the fashion runways of New York, Paris, and Milan.

CND launches Shellac Spring 2012. The

UV-cured gels that apply like polish and soak off easily now include the colors Dark Lava, Rubble, Cityscape, Silver Chrome, Gold VIP, and Silver VIP. Whether you’re a classic taupe addict or a metallic iron maiden, the 36 total Shellac shades will provide a sophisticated look to suit all digit desires.

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Hand & Nail Harmony’s Spring Gelish

Candy Land Collection has a selection of shades so sweet they’re sure to leave clients addicted. The colors are You’re So Sweet You’re Giving Me A Toothache, Orange Cream Dream, Sugar Daddy, Don’t Be Such a Sourpuss, You’re Such A Sweet-Tart, and Sugar N’ Spice & Everything Nice.

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Orly’s GelFX brush-on gel-polishes give you precise applications, full color coverage, and a four-shade range of colors that highlight the essential colors of spring. The gels give chip-free wear for two weeks and soak off quickly and easily. The spring colors are Kiss the Bride, Mirror Mirror, Pixy Stix, and Country Club Khaki. (888) 745-4030 x15470 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15470

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Artistic Nail Designs’ Artistic Colour Gloss Spring Collection 2012 is inspired by London Fashion Week and embodies prettiness and femininity, which are two of the most influential trends this spring. The romantic tones create a palette of shades evoking grace and sensuality. The colors are Lavender Sunset, In Bloom, Snapdragon, Angel Tears, Ivory Mist, and Silk Petal. (888) 745-4030 x15473 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15473 EZ Flow’s Tru Gel brand of brushon gel-polish can be used in both LED and UV lamps, and the new colors feature a nice range of spring shades. The colors are Mojito (deep green), Sweet Tart (an elegant fuchsia), Jelly Bean (purple), and Pink Oyster (light pink). (888) 745-4030 x15474 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15474

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tions of its GelColor brush-on, soak-off gel-polish. The collections are Thrillseekers, with colors My Address Is “Hollywood,” I Eat Mainly Lobster, Color To Diner For, Honk If You Love OPI, French Quarter For Your Thoughts, and Road House Blues; and the Impressionists Collections, with colors Gouda Gouda Two Shoes, Wooden Shoes Like To Know?, Thanks A Windmillion, I Have a Herring Problem, Pedal Faster Suzi!, and Vampsterdam.

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LCN’s Recolution soak-off color gels offer elastic,

scratch- and chip-proof coverage in a range of shades to fit any client’s desire. They brush-on easily like polish and cure quickly in UV light. The spring colors are Shiny Blue Eyes, Pink Passion, Sparkling Rose, and Blackberry Red.

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NSI’s Polish Pro brush-on gelpolish has a collection of colors for spring inspired by Pantone’s Spring Color Report for 2012. The ½-oz. bottles come in shades Eggplant, Fruit Smoothie, Home On O’range, Dyed to Match, Pink Flamingo, and Save the Date.

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AmericaNails’ LightSpeed is a versatile soak-off gel polish system that will cure under traditional UV lamps in minutes and under the Lightspeed LED Lamp in a matter of seconds. The space age-themed line features the spring colors Solar Flair, Laser Pink, Blue Planet, and Andromeda. (888) 745-4030 x15482 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15482

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아 크 Competing in Seoul: 릴 살THE FIGHTING SPIRIT 프롱 렌퍼 펙 치트 스 캅 춰 Seoul, South Korea is a fantastic city full of life. As one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, the city was a perfect backdrop for the 6th Annual Global Nail Cup. BY KIMBERLY PHAM

Na techs, nail artists, and Nail stu students from all over the world ma made their way to the halls of

the Kim Koo Museum in Seoul on February 18 and 19 for the 6th Global Febr Nail Cup. Trang Nguyen, founder Nail Systems, created of Odyssey O Nail Cup six years ago so the Global G competitors of all levels could test compe against others and to, most their skills sk importantly, better one’s self. “It’s not importa it’s about improving your about winning, w and abilities for yourself,” he said. skills an There were more than 1,000 regisfrom 20 countries tered competitors co

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1. Roxanne Ralph represented for Team Australia during the Team Relay competition. 2. The Grand Champions of the Global Nail Cup from left to right: Park Hyo Ryeong (Student Division), Song Si Eun (Division II), and Park Hyun Jung (Division I). 3. Fine details went into the nails created by Maria Aitomäki from Finland, who placed in UV Gel Division II. 4. Competitors shake hands before the start of the ﬁrst competition at the Global Nail Cup. NAILS MAGAZINE

in nine competition categories. Having only seen U.S. competitions, I was almost overwhelmed by the number of artists in one room. I felt like a little fish in a big pond. Competitions in the United States don’t attract nearly as many people as they do in Korea and Japan. U.S.based competitions are often attached to trade shows where the main focus is on product sales rather than competing. The Global Nail Cup exists purely for competition. There were the usual nail categories, including Design Sculpture, Tip Overlay, UV Gel, Nail Care, and Acrylic Sculpture, which boasted the most competitors at one time filling up 245 tables in two rooms. Then there was the Team Relay. In the Team Relay, groups of three completed one set of tips with acrylic overlay on one hand. Each member of the team completed their tasks individually as the other teammates waited on the sidelines. Similar to other relay races, once the first person was done with their section (prepping the nails, applying tips, etc.), they

The ﬁrst, second, and third place winners of each competition were awarded with a marble Global Cup trophy or one of these, made out of real crystal.

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! 팅 이 화 The many members of the Choi Kyung Hee Nail Academy show off their “ﬁghting spirit” with determined ﬁsts and smiles.

1. Competitors in the Top Artist event prepare within their sectioned-off areas, spaced for viewers to walk around and observe during competition. 2. Azumi Kanene Williams, an artist who frequents the pages of NAILS, created French Sculpture nails during the Top Artist competition. 3. Tomomi Sukigara and Tomoko Suzuki created French Sculpture nails in the Top Artist competition and placed second and third, respectively.

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3 handed the flag to the next teammate. That teammate would then set up their station and continue where the first left off. All of this happened with the roaring sound of cheering fans. Schools, teams, and competitors were encouraged to wear costumes and cheer on their teams. The entire room yelled and screamed as eager contestants let out roars of encouragement to help shatter their own nerves. The larger groups coordinated spirit-rally chants and dance moves and the excitement and laughter continued throughout the 90-minute competition. My second favorite event was the Top Artist Competition. All 15 competitors were high-ranking nail competitors, and

The Areumdaun Saramdul (The Beautiful People) Beauty School livened up the Team Relay competition with their coordinated cheers.

this is where I started seeing familiar faces. Each competitor was enclosed in a roped-off section on the floor — allowed to create any style competition nail (many chose to do traditional acrylic pink-and-white nails). Students were encouraged to walk around each of the competitors’ tables and ask questions as they worked, giving students the rare opportunity to pick the brains of top pros during a competition. Nguyen, a veteran competitor in the U.S. and international arena and who was ranked #1 in NAILS from 2005 to 2007, created this unique competition both for the top competitors as well as for students to help them become better competitors. As a world champion nail

Some of the international judges for the spirit portion of the Team Relay included Anita LimeSims, Hanna Sokajarvi, Yoshiko Nanbu, Paivi Sokajarvi, Nobuko Miyako, and Olga Dalonova.

competitor, one of Nguyen’s biggest difficulties was breaking into the competition circuit. The judging system was just as intense as the competition and designed to prevent bias within the scoring system. There were 10 to 13 international judges for each competition. Each judge was given only one specific area to judge (smile lines, side walls, cuticle, buff and shine, C-curve, creativity, product control, cleanliness underneath the nail, etc.), which is similar to the way competitions are judged in Japan. In the Nail Care competition, red polish and French polish were given to two judges, so points for polish weighed more

MBC Academy Beauty School won the spirit award for their energy and spunk during the Team Relay. MAY 2012

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1. Min Bang Kyung quickly scans the nails on a model. Judges had 10 seconds to judge one aspect of the nail. 2. All scores were input electronically using number keypads. The scores were then transmitted to a main computer where they were tallied. 3. Han Sae Jeong guided the models through the judging process.

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heavily. Hand models were given new numbers in line and points were entered into a computer that connected to a main computer to tally the scores. “We try so hard to give competitors the fairest competition in the world. As a result, we get a lot of support from all over the world,” Odyssey CEO Van Luu said. “We still have things to improve and our goal is to make each year better than the last.” The judging process reminded me of an assembly line. As a judge, you only had 10 seconds to look at each hand before the model moved on to the next judge. Luckily, the ability to focus on one aspect of the nail made it possible for the judges to score each entry quickly.

Entries were scored on a scale from one to 10, with 10 being the highest score. I was lucky to be the photographer at the end of the assembly line. After each hand was judged, I shot a photo of the final nails. This gave me a chance to see the judges in action, working quickly and meticulously. It also allowed me a closer look at top-quality competition hands. Many models had long, slender fingers with deep oval nail beds that I’d imagine any nail tech would love to have as a client. By the end, I can confidently say I touched nearly every hand in the competition. After seeing this global competition and the many Korea-based winners first hand, it’s clear to me that the Korean nail industry is thriving. Stand-alone

Team Australia and friends: Kirsty Crouch, Jessica O’Connell, Samantha Goddard, Olga Menshikova, Catherine Wong, Viv Simmonds, Mandy Meesen, Caroline Morgan, Olga Mesheryakova, Emi Ohkuma, Kirsty Woltjen, and Roxanne Ralph.

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nail salons focus on natural nail care and nail art, attracting the younger client and working women. Nail associations control the industry, the largest being the Korea Nail Association (KNA), and all nail academies belong to an association. Although licensing is not currently required, certification issued by these associations are highly sought after to set standards within one’s salon. However, the South Korean nail industry may soon see a change if the government decides to step in to require licensing. Apparent in every competitor was a drive and focus that went beyond competing. In Korea this is known as the fighting spirit, a dedication to persevere and to gain the strength necessary to

Team Mexico’s Grissel Simon-Guzman, Jessica Simon-Guzman, Eva Mon Telongo, Gerardo Hernandez, and Alma Delia Diaz won the Best Costume award for their dresses and attire from different regions of Mexico.

Phoi Pang, Nguyen Pang, and Thanh Pang came in from the Kelly Pang Professional Nail Care Training Center in Saigon, Vietnam. This was their ﬁrst time at an international competition.

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팁 & 오버레이 프렌치 4. The Gyeongbokgung Palace is considered the cultural center of Seoul, constructed in 1394 during King Taejo’s rule in the Joseon Dynasty. It was severely damaged through ﬁre and war and then reconstructed in 1867, becoming a national symbol for South Korea. 5. Street vendors selling food and trinkets line the sidewalks of major shopping areas in Seoul. In the cold of winter, everything was tempting to eat. 6. With endless rows of shops and restaurants, Myeoungdong is one of many crowded shopping districts in Seoul.

5 overcome your obstacles. As intense as it sounds, it’s also a fun way to cheer on your fellow teammates. With fists held tightly, you yell “hwaiting!” with determination. When it is said quickly, it resembles “fighting,” the English word from which it was derived. The fighting spirit crosses boundaries, as I heard in many languages during the competition, but the will and motivation are the same. The Global Nail Cup was an exciting and eye-opening experience and I’m so glad I was able to see this international level of competition. It is so inspirational to see so many talented nail artists and students from all over the world work so hard in striving for the same goal — to be the best they can be.

Kanysh Abykenov, Diana Nazarbayeva, Alla Kostenko, Tamara Popova, Saule Abykenova, Irina Matykhina, and Irina Popova from Kazahkstan celebrate Alla’s ﬁrst-place win in the UV Gel Division I competition.

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I had a great time touring the city of Seoul with Anita Lime-Sims, Melvin Houston, and Viv Simmonds.

Check out Kim’s photos of the competition, 3-D multimedia nail art, and more at www.nailsmag.com/globalnailcup.

Masahiro Matsuura and Keiko Miyajima from the Nailist Nail School in Nagoya, Japan, smile proudly with their students, many of whom placed in the competitions. MAY 2012

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In celebration of Mother’s Day, we asked nail techs to create a single tip with nail art in honor of their moms.

CRYSTAL L. JONES, The Salon: Hair, Nails, and Fitness Studio, Danville, Ky. From as far back as I can remember my Moma has been very fashionforward but thrifty at the same time. She was shopping at rummage sales before it was the cool thing to do! After being asked to submit something for this story I posted a question on Facebook. “What’s one word you would use to describe my Moma?” The majority, which helped me figure out which direction to go for the art on the nail tip, said: fashionista, stylish, dressed nice, and nicely polished nails. So I went with rhinestones, of course. A high heel, a purse, and a bow all hand-painted by me, all on top of her favorite color — red! This of course is just one very small part of the beautiful person that my Moma is. I feel extremely blessed to have her in my life.

KIMBERLY MARTIN, Studio C Salon & Spa, Auburn, Maine I chose a tea party theme for my nail design. For as long as I can remember, my mom has always collected tea cups and tea pots. One of my daughter’s favorite things to do is have a fancy tea party with her “Mammy.”

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MAGGIE FRANKLIN, Art of Nailz, Visalia, Calif. When I got the assignment for the Mother’s Day nail art project, I immediately envisioned a nail with a custom decal of a photo of Mom holding me as a baby. Unfortunately, there don’t seem to be any. As a matter of fact, there seem to be very few photos of Mom around at all. This photo is the one that Mom has carried in her wallet for at least 42 years (all of my life) that she likes of herself. She calls it her “skinny” picture. I scanned it and printed it out as a decal and then added the little pearls and 3-D roses in pinks and mauves. For one thing, it’s just a very elegant Mother’s Day look. But, on a more “inside joke” level, when I began my career as a nail tech in 1992, my mother was my only regular client (and practice dummy). I did her nails weekly for several months and I would always let her choose her polish color and nail art. Week after week, her nails were a pale mauve with little flowers. One day I told her she didn’t get to choose anymore and I painted her nails bright blue with little fish and mermaids on all 10 of them. And suddenly my phone started ringing. It’s a story that Mom is fond of telling.

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mot her MOTHER NATASHA HARTON, Shabby Chic Nail Studio, Victoria, B.C., Canada When I was younger, my mom and I would go shopping every Saturday morning together. I’d be carrying one of her purses, filled with my favorite lipgloss of hers and wallet with one of her cards inside to make me feel like I was all grown up. The first stop we’d make when we got to our destination? The purse department! This is one of my favorite memories of my mom and me, so I knew I had to put a fabulous 3-D leopardprint purse on this tip. The 3-D charm bracelet at the smile line represents the charm bracelets that both my mom and I wear — she and my Nanny gave me mine for my high school graduation present and it has such sentimental value to me! And then of course the fabulous pink inlays, sparkles, and bow represent both of our girly-girl sides!

ANNE CREAGER, Shreveport, La. The nail design represents my mom because she h loved flowers and I remember planting them around with her when I was little. The flower design and ye ground color was taken from a barrette that my dau I wanted to incorporate the breast cancer ribbon to mother’s ongoing fight with breast cancer, and the “ Mother’s Day. I was adopted when I was three month Athens, Greece, and my mom has always been there f

ANNE CREAGER, Shreveport, La. The nail design represents my mom because she has always loved flowers and I remember planting them around the house with her when I was little. The flower design and yellow background color was taken from a barrette that my daughter has. I wanted to incorporate the breast cancer ribbon to honor my mother’s ongoing fight with breast cancer, and the “MOM” for Mother’s Day. I was adopted when I was three months old from Athens, Greece, and my mom has always been there for me.

AMANDA LENHER, Posare Salon, Las Vegas This nail makes me think of my mom because she is a business woman — very serious and classy but she has that sassy and flashy side of her. I used gold foil and silver glitter for the nail art because it reminds me of her jewelry. She only wears gold and silver jewelry and it is like her signature look — never a day without her David Yurman. I love my mom and wish I could see her every day. This is just a small expression of my love for my mom. Words can’t ever express how much I love her and miss living near her.

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Go Wild with File Catty™ from Flowery®. The Wild Styles collection features exclusive patterns on quality 5” files with coordinating translucent cases. The unique patented File Catty case protects cell phones, sunglasses and other items from being scuffed by the file, while keeping the file inside clean and free from lint and dust. Also available in an 18-piece display, File Catty Wild Styles are perfect for salon retail, client gifts or just for you! Flowery Professional (800) 347-7456 www.floweryprofessional.com www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15210

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A “must have” for gel polish applications, the Mehaz Curette features two tiny scoops for cleaning under and around the nails. This 6” stainless steel tool is hand crafted in Solingen, Germany, and features a textured grip for extra control. The perfect tool for manicures and pedicures. Mehaz (888) 225-6342 www.mehaz.com www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15270

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Miss Professional Nail has a new collection of colors for its Sation nail polish. The company started in 1983 and features a wide range of polish colors in different bottles as well as nail art brushes and pen. The new Sation collection includes the colors Sparkling Ruby, Champagne, Shiny Brown, Midtown Haze, and Bump In Beige. (888) 745-4030 x15318 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15318

En Vogue has a new soak-off gel polish line, Lac It! The newest colors for spring include Scarlet Ribbons, Aubergine, and Pretty In Pink. The gel polishes go on quickly and evenly with a traditional polish-like brush-on application. And the gels cure quickly and soak-off fast so techs can keep the clients coming back for more. (888) 745-4030 x15319 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15319

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If you’re ready to get wild this spring, Minx has some new designs for its patented pre-designed nail adhesives. The looks are designed by celebrity manicurist Kimmie Kyees, and feature a wide range of bright vibrant colors. Collections shown here are Gotcha, Leopard Sorbet, Psychedelic Funk, Rainbow Leopard, and Warhol. (888) 745-4030 x15320 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15320

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Nail Tek’s Restore Damaged Nails kit helps repair weak nails back to health and vitality. The kit includes Nail Tek II Foundation, a base coat with a special blend of stregtheners, conditioners, micro-fibers, and natural fillers; Nail Tek II Intensive Therapy, a solution for soft, peeling nails; and Nail Tek Renew, a natural cuticle oil with tea tree that nourishes and conditions the cuticle. (888) 745-4030 x15321 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15321

Nubar is ready to meet any pedicure need with its luxurious combo of Delicious Pear Organic Brown Sugar Scrub and Skin Essentials Warming Clay Masque. The organic scrub gently exfoliates dead skin comfortably with its sugar crystals, while the pear scent leaves clients feeling invigorated. And the Warming Clay Masque uses natural clay to extract and absorbs impurities from the skin, as well as vitamin E and moisturizing emollients to rehydrate dry skin. (888) 745-4030 x15323 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15323

China Glaze has partnered with Lionsgate Films to create a specialty promotion for their movie adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ gripping trilogy, The Hunger Games, premiering in theaters March 2012. The polish shades are inspired by the Capitol of the nation of Panem, and include the colors Riveting, Luxe and Lash, Electrify, Dress Me Up, Fast Track, Foie Gras, Smoke and Ashes, Agro, Mahogany Magic, Harvest Moon, Hook and Line, and Stone Cold. (888) 745-4030 x15322 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15322

Cuccio Naturalé’s Aqua Leaves make for instant themed pedicures and turn ordinary pedicures into extraordinary spa experiences. The leaves are placed into a pedicure tub to soak, and contain moisturizing and cleansing ingredients to refresh feet and rehydrate skin. >>> (888) 745-4030 x15324 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15324

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Beauty Millenium’s Z45 Fast Dry Top Lot is an all-round top coat that can be used on natural nails, acrylics, and gels. The kit features a .5oz application bottle as well as an 8-oz. refill. The top coat gives a high-gloss shine that is durable and long-lasting to ensure chip-free wear and non-yellowing color retention. (888) 745-4030 x15325 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15325

SuperNail has now entered the world of LED. The new LED lamp is compact and powerful; curing gel polishes in as little as 30 seconds. The lamp has 10-second, 30-second, and 60-second interval timers and automatic shut-off. The stylish, compact size can be

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Antoine De Paris’ # 14 Cuticle Nipper features a box joint, the option of a single or double spring, and a .5-mm jaw. The precision tool is made of stainless steel and is available in a gold or satin ﬁnish. The ergonomic design

With the soak-off UV gel craze going full-speed, the demand for a professional size soak-off UV gel top coat is becoming louder and louder. Eco Nail Systems has answered the demand with a new singleapplication Universal Soak-Off UV Gel Top Coat that delivers a durable, ultraglossy, glass-like finish. The formula is a thinner viscosity and can be LED- or

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Light Elegance has a new collection of glitter gels for the spring. Light Elegance Gel Colors are UV-cured gels that can be applied to gels, acrylics, wraps or natural nails for a manicure or pedicure to create a freshly polished look that lasts for weeks. The new spring colors are Party Patrol, Glitzy, Pink Passion, Tickled Pink, Sugar Coated, and Glacier Blue. (888) 745-4030 x15330 www.nailsmag.com/ďŹ ďŹ /15330

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Belava’s Indulgence Chair is a simple yet effective accessory to the Belava Pedicure Tub. The sleek design allows clients to swivel and recline while the tech performs an effortless manicure or pedicure, and the foot pad rests right above the pedicure tub holder so techs do not get muscle fatigue or cramps. (888) 745-4030 x15332 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15332

Bellissima International’s Starter Kit has everything you need to start offering Bellissima Gel services right away. The soakoff gels come in a range of colors as well as solid builder and sealant gels. The kit comes in a convenient tote with Soak Away, Nail Wipe, files, buffers, and more. (888) 745-4030 x15333 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15333

CND’s Citrus Spa Manicure System uses lemongrass, orange, grapefruit, and lime essential oils to awaken the senses and antioxidants derived from grapeseed oil to rejuvenate skin. The invigorating collection includes a milk bath, scrub, masque, lotion, and cream. (888) 745-4030 x15334 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15334

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Dashing Diva’s Gelife Soak-Off Gel System has everything you need to get started with gel services. The kit includes coarse files, medium files, and a buffing block, as well as a Cleanser, Bonder, Builder Gels, French Tips, and a Top Gel. It comes in a convenient lightweight tote bag. (888) 745-4030 x15335 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15335

Hand & Nail Harmony has a new Gelish Hard Gel Starter Kit. The kit includes Clear, Builder, and Pink gels, along with French White and a Dry Armor top coat. The Gels are meant for LED curing and are versatile enough to handle long extensions as well as short and modest looks, all the while keeping a consistent and elegant enhancement. (888) 745-4030 x15336 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15336

The Duri Cosmetics Spring/Summer 2012 Collection is aptly named Keep Your Options Open to match the easy-going flow of the coming seasons, while inspiring a sense of fun-loving adventure wherever life takes you. The 12 new shades paint nails in an assortment of soft and sophisticated muted tones, fun-loving pastels, vivid modern brights, and metallic glitter. (888) 745-4030 x15337 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15337

Entity’s Nanovive Skin Revival System Kit contains four products in the Nanovive System. They are a Penetrating Lotion, Cuticle Rescue, Glycolic Exfoliating Serum, and Intense Skin Treatment. Each uses nanotechnology to penetrate deep beneath the skin’s surface to deliver nourishment at the cellular level. (888) 745-4030 x15338 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15338

Essie’s ejuvenate is a revolutionary system for younger-looking hands. The comprehensive hand treatment is infused with proven spaquality age-defiers like rice extract, arginine, vitamins A and C, glycolic acid, and licorice root extract to help combat signs of aging and reveal new, younger-looking skin. (888) 745-4030 x15339 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15339

The Beautiful Nails Kit by Kupa Inc. offers both the professional and student a great acrylic starter kit. Complete with an instructional DVD, the kit has two monomers (odorless and traditional), dappen dish, #6 flat sculpting brush, brush-on glue, files, buffers, forms, tips, cuticle oil, prep, primer, and three Poly Mojo Powders — clear, white, and pink. (888) 745-4030 x15340 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15340

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LeChat’s Perfect Match Gel Polish applies like nail polish but wears like gel. This quick-and-easy gel polish cuts the service time in half and will give a deep sleek finish without chips, smudges, or drying time. The color is long-lasting and chip-resistant. Every package of the 22 colors includes a free Dare to Wear nail lacquer that perfectly matches the color. (888) 745-4030 x15341 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15341

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Akzéntz introduces its new UV Lamp. This powerful, compact, and elegant lamp has specially designed bulb placement for maximum cure. It features a timer control and allots for a full five-finger cure. The lamp has a removable bottom tray for pedicures, a digital display with timer control and preset modes, and a beep indicator when the lamp turns off. (888) 745-4030 x15342 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15342

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NSI’s Attraction Discover Kit provides everything you need to give high-quality pink-and-white services. The kit produces alluring pinks, captivating whites, and a seductively smooth finished enhancement. It includes nail liquid, two shades of pink powder, white and clear powder, primer, nurture oil, instructions, and more. (888) 745-4030 x15343 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15343

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OPI’s Holland Collection for the Spring/ Summer 2012 is inspired by the country’s range of stunning shades as seen in vivid tulips, windmill-dotted hillsides, and bustling canals. The collection’s 12 shades offer a mixture of sophisticated neutrals and highlypigmented brights. (888) 745-4030 x15344 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15344

Orly’s Instant Artist Starter Kit makes intricate nail designs easy for nail techs. The kit includes ﬁve polish colors with striper brushes for precise artistic applications, as well as a Dotter Duo Tool to take your designs

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NailGrafx by Sha-Nail Japan is a new product of delicate, photo-quality prints that fit and conform to nail surfaces with no wrinkles to make interesting and easy nail art designs. The prints come in bright colors and can be combined to create vivid 3-D effects. NailGrafx prints are thin enough to cut, layer, and combine freely for a wealth of nail art possibilities. (888) 745-4030 x15347 www.nailsmag.com/fifi/15347

Maximum relaxation awaits with SpaRitual’s Instinctual 21 Mineral Organic Bath Salts. Made with 70% organic vegan ingredients and ginger oil, this new addition to SpaRitual’s Chakra Care System energizes your client’s root chakra to help with relaxation, skin nourishment, and increasing circulation. (888) 745-4030 x15348 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15348

Glo to Sleep is a new sleep aid product from Sound Oasis. The Sleep Therapy Mask helps you “switch off your mind” says the company,

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AnGelic is a new gel polish from DeEnterprises Inc. The brush-on gel polishes are LED and UV light curable, and have an easy soak-off formula to make removal quick and clean. The gels have a smooth, creamy application, and feature 20 different colors like Greige, Halo, and Tuxedo Black, shown here. (888) 745-4030 x15350 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15350

Young Nails ManiQ Color Gels brush on like polish, but cure like a gel and soak off quickly for easy color changes. The colors range from dark greens and blues to purples and reds, and Young Nails has come out with seasonal collections for spring and winter. (888) 745-4030 x15351 www.nailsmag.com/ﬁﬁ/15351

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I need help selecting a good UV light. What should I look for? Is price a good indicator? Why is it important to ask new clients if they have any allergies? I’m thinking about doing a client survey. What questions should I include and what’s the best way to go about it? How do you thank your competition model? I have a 50-year-old client with hard, brittle nails with recurring ingrown nails. Can I help prevent the ingrown nails? How do I get a small business loan to open my own nail salon? What is the chemistry behind nail prep items that help with bonding? What are “color drops” for acrylic monomers? Why aren’t my soak-off gels looking shiny after the first few days? When mixing glitters, what gives more of the 3-D look? Why do I have headaches at work? How can I get my nails to grow? What is your policy when it comes to putting enhancements on teens? Is it true that most white gels do not cure all the way? How do I avoid raising prices in this economy when my product costs are increasing? What is the best way to handle no-shows? Why did my client’s natural nails suddenly become grooved? I have a new client coming in and he told us he has athlete’s foot. How should I deal with this? Can I work on his feet? How do I approach our employees about staying in the salon when it’s not busy? What’s the trick to getting dark glitters to cure when doing rock star gel nails? Is it better to perform pedicures with or without gloves? A client wearing acrylics wants to come in weekly. Should another coat of acrylic be added or is there another procedure to follow? How do I keep wraps from lifting on a client with poor circulation? Why do tiny white spots appear on my finished acrylics? How do I know if a salon is right for me? Will the chlorine in swimming pool water affect nail polish colors? Can a booth renter make a commission for retail in the salon she rents from? If oil causes acrylic nails to lift, then why are we urged to use it and to tell clients to use cuticle oil? How to correct a vertical split in the nail? Where can I find manicurist-themed wall art or good manicurist clip art? How do I get clients to book their next appointment after their service is finished rather than calling just before they want to come in? What is the average shelf life for acrylic powder and monomer? I am trying to keep my hours down and work shorter days but I just can’t say “no” to my clients. Any advice? What do you do to be environmentally friendly in your salon? When someone comes to me for an acrylic fill and I wasn’t the one who put on the previous set, does it matter what product I use? Can you embed nail art in gels? Should a beginner tech earn the same wages as a more season tech? What techniques can techs use to keep salon conversations professional? What causes artificial nails to turn yellow? What is the best way to market to university students near a college campus? What should I wear on my first day of work? Can you offer any tips for keeping my books as full in the fall and winter months? Is it true that when you remove calluses with a razor, they come back harder? Can you use any primer with any acrylic? What does it mean to be an independent contractor? What causes the burning sensation when gels are curing? Do you bargain when it comes to your prices? What nail shapes and polish colors are best for natural nail clients with short nail beds? Am I entitled to a key as a booth renter in the salon where I work? Could chlorine in the water make my client’s acrylics lift? How do I promote myself within a full-service salon when I am the only manicurist? What methods and type of equipment do I need for paraffin treatments? How do you warn your clients not to use lotion before they come in? How do I determine my fee for party packages? How much space do I need to have spa parties? Should we have clients sign a consent form prior to receiving nail services? What’s the best way to keep rhinestones on the nail so they don’t fall off as easily? How do I fire a nail tech? How should I respond when clients ask me why they should pay a higher price for my services? Why do you choose not to wear a mask when filing acrylics or gels? Do you discuss politics in the salon? Is there a product that would help with the swollen and irritated cuticles for my nail biter client?

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4 WATT & 6 WATT ALSO AVAILABLE

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SALE $2.95

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$49.95

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* Free shipping within contiguous USA on orders of $99 or more; excludes oversized items as noted online and in our catalog. Free shipping to Canada on orders of $99 or more shipped in a single box weighing under 12 lbs.; excludes $19.95 brokering fee & import taxes.

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