NAILS Magazine

Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date. August 25, 2026 Premiere San Antonio, a beauty trade show, is organized by SalonCentric. The event will take place from August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center. This year's edition is noted as the largest and most significant so far.

One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue. August 25, 2026 The MODERN SALON Boot Camp is scheduled to take place in Philadelphia. This event is designed as a one-day business education session for beauty professionals. It will be held on October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are. August 23, 2026 Reddit's report highlights a shift in beauty discussions towards community engagement and personal expression. Users are favoring authentic experiences over following repetitive beauty trends. The report emphasizes individuals developing their own unique sense of taste and beauty identity.

The nails-only trade show welcomed 700 beauty professionals for education, shopping, networking and one unforgettable Smokies surprise. Nail Tech Event of the Smokies marked its 19th anniversary in Gatlinburg, celebrating years of industry engagement. The event drew 700 beauty professionals focused on enhancing their skills through education and networking. Attendees experienced a unique Smokies surprise alongside shopping opportunities at the trade show.

A Texas man and woman pleaded guilty on Monday to operating a significant under-the-table cash payroll at their nationwide nail salon business. August 18, 2026 A Texas man and woman admitted guilt in a case involving unreported cash payrolls. The pair operated an extensive cash-based payroll in their nail salon business nationwide. The fraudulent operation involved more than $116 million in unreported cash payments.

Some OPI nail colors became such classics that fans clamored for their return. And OPI--as always--paid attention to what clients and nail professionals were asking for. August 11, 2026 Every new collection of shades from OPI was cause for celebration. Not only was there a shade for every nail, but the names and collection themes were clever, creative, and anticipated. Some of the nail colors became such classics that fans clamored for their return.

American salon professionals know their clients’ rhythms: a color visit every six to eight weeks, a blowout for special occasions, a cut two or three times per year. In Dubai, those rhythms look completely different, and when you understand why, you’ll have a window into one of the most demanding premium beauty markets in the world.

Entries are now open for the industry's most prestigious creative competition, marking the return of Nail Professional of the Year while celebrating the artistry that defines professional beauty. The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced that entries are officially open for PBA NAHA 2027, inviting licensed professionals to submit their work for the industry's most prestigious creative awards competition.

MiniLuxe’s Donna Charloff shares the season’s most-requested nail art, the secrets to a polished bare manicure, and her trend predictions for fall. August 4, 2026 MiniLuxe is a nail-care brand known for high-quality services, safer products, clean studio practices, and its commitment to empowering nail artists through professional development and economic opportunities. Donna Charloff, MiniLuxe’s Service and In-Studio Product Director, has a window on a world--the nail world.

Orthopedic PT reveals three daily exercises plus ergonomic advice that can help salon professionals avoid the aches and injuries caused by standing, bending and repetitive overhead work. July 17, 2026 Hairdressers, barbers and nail technicians spend hours each day standing, bending forward and performing repetitive movements that can take a toll on the neck, shoulders and back.