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Cosmetologists Chicago Announces STARS Photo Competition
The STARS and RISING Stars Photo Competition, sponsored by Cosmetologists Chicago since 2000, showcases the creativity, talent, technical expertise, and competitive spirit of those in our industry. Nail techs can compete in the International Nail Technician of the Year category. Photos will be judged on creativity and technical merit in natural or nail enhancement work. Entrants must present two images showcasing the model’s full hand. Past winners have been featured on the cover of NAILS.
Essie Opens Las Vegas Flagship Salon
Beauty enthusiasts can pamper themselves with exquisite manicure and pedicure services performed by highly skilled and educated nail technicians in the Essie Nail Lounge. While maintaining a Hollywood glam look and feel, the ultra-chic environment features eight manicure stations, four pedicure spa chairs, oversized mirrors with customized frames, and sparkling curtains.
Pair Off: These days, people are going bold by picking two different colors for fingers and toes. But if that is just too much, keep it in the family by picking two colors of the same hue for a complementary look. (CND Vinylux Weekly Polish in Electric Orange and Essie Polish in Resort Fling)...
Cuccio Naturalé Celebrates 15 Years of Success
Fifteen years ago, when Star Nail CEO Tony Cuccio founded Cuccio Naturalé, his goal was to help nail techs thrive in an increasingly competitive environment by elevating natural nail services. Now that Cuccio Naturalé is used in top spas and salons throughout the world, his goal remains much the same. Along with running the business, Cuccio travels the world giving seminars to help spas and salons increase their business and enhance their lives.
CNDU Online Learning Launches in September
CND has unveiled an online education program for nail professionals with a full curriculum based on its core education techniques and principles. Launching in the U.S. on September 1, CNDU offers three unique educational paths (gel, liquid-and-powder, and color and trend classes) for an all-inclusive course of study. In November, CND will launch a school version of the program for use as an interactive learning platform in its partner schools.
She's got Hollywood's hottest tips, and we're not just talking about nails. Famed for the longest-lasting manis in the biz, celebrity nail technician Elle - the woman paid to hold hands with the likes of Mariah Carey, Angelina Jolie, and Blake Lively - gives us the dirt on deals, drama, and the dreaded pedicure tub in InStyle's July issue.
The Nail Platform Aims to Elevate the Nail Artist
When Empower Nail Art founder Lucien Henderson was at ABS Chicago this year, he entered into a debate about how to elevate the prestige and skills of nail artists. “Cosmetologists go to ‘hair shows,’ ooh and ah over platform artists doing hair...
Orly’s “It All Started With Pink” campaign won this year’s ICMAD Cosmetic Innovator of the Year (CITY) Award for Marketing/Advertising Innovation: Print Ad Marketing. The campaign, which debuted in 2013, pays tribute to Orly founder Jeff Pink.
Professional beauty products distributor Spilo Worldwide has rebranded five of its signature lines — including Flowery and ToolWorx. Each has been refreshed to showcase product improvements, packaging upgrades, and new product innovation. The brands have received an updated logo, new packaging, and fun new products.
Painting candy-colored nails should be easy, right? But what makes it look like child's play - the chalkiness - is also why it's tricky. To prevent your nails from looking like cracked Easter eggs, follow these key steps from InStyle's July issue:
