Nail Shapes – a guide

I found this article, and after seeing so many incorrect posts, photos, and related articles all over the internet, I decided to fight back. Original article found here (open in separate window). Let’s break these down, shall we?1. Coffin & ballerina often...

Year In Review

So, this was a big year for me! After the huge ice/snow-pocalypse we had last winter, I decided it was time to start looking for a new spot. I didn’t want to be driving an hour or more, one way, to work anymore. After 13 years at the same SW Portland salon, I moved to...

All About Nail Camp (aka: NW Nail Tech Retreat)

A lot of clients have asked about Nail Camp (aka: NW Nail Tech Retreat), so I figured I’d blog about it. I first heard of Nail Camp through some veteran tech friends, maybe 10 years ago? At the time, it was $400, but I couldn’t even afford that. So, I waited, and...

Misinformation, Corrected

More misinformation being spread on the interwebs! Ok, let me address each issue in order of appearance in an article (link no longer active): 1. Gel polish is not “healthier” than acrylic nails (or traditional gel nails or soak off gel nails, for that...

Your First Pedicure

First, please know that I do not judge you; not for your feet, not for your fingernails, not for anything. Any time someone decides to do anything for the first time, it can be a little stressful. That said – please relax! It is my job (and I enjoy it) to not only...