Gel X vs. Acrylic Nails: What You Should Know About Wear, Cost & Removal

Gel X vs. Acrylic Nails: What You Should Know About Wear, Cost & Removal

What’s the difference between Gel-X and acrylic nails? This guide breaks down wear, removal, longevity, cost, safety, and ideal clients to help nail techs choose the right system for their service menu or specialization.

November 19, 2025 — Erica Schlabach
How to Do Sweater Nails: A Step-by-Step Sweater Nails Tutorial

How to Do Sweater Nails: A Step-by-Step Sweater Nails Tutorial

How to Do Sweater Nails: A Step-by-Step Sweater Nails Tutorial TL;DR: Sweater nails are a cozy 3D gel manicure where you paint raised “knit” patterns over a matte base, sprinkle...
September 09, 2025 — Erica Schlabach
Spring Nail Trends 2025

Spring Nail Trends 2025

Spring Nail Trends 2025 Can you feel it? There's a fresh energy in the air as winter melts away, and this year's spring nail trends are blossoming with creativity and...
March 21, 2025 — Erica Schlabach
Nail Shapes 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Nail Shape

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Nail Shape Hey there, nail lovers! Are you ready to take your manicure game to the next level? We know that in the...
February 12, 2025 — Erica Schlabach
Valentine's Day Nail Designs

Love is in the Air: Valentine's Day Nail Trends 2025

Love is in the Air: Valentine's Day Nail Trends 2025 Can you feel it? That sweet anticipation of Valentine's Day is upon us, and we're absolutely falling for this year's...
January 27, 2025 — Erica Schlabach
Holiday Nails That Sparkle Through the Season: One Magical Manicure for All Your Celebrations!

Holiday Nails That Sparkle Through the Season: One Magical Manicure for All Your Celebrations!

Holiday Nails That Sparkle Through the Season: One Magical Manicure for All Your Celebrations! Looking for the perfect holiday manicure that'll take you from festive gatherings straight through to the...
December 20, 2024 — Erica Schlabach
Cozy Up to Winter's Most Enchanting Nail Colors: 2024-2025 Trends

Cozy Up to Winter's Most Enchanting Nail Colors: 2024-2025 Trends

Cozy Up to Winter's Most Enchanting Nail Colors: 2024-2025 Trends Ready to embrace the magic of winter at your fingertips? ❄️ Let's dive into this season's most captivating nail colors...
November 20, 2024 — Erica Schlabach
Vampire Halloween 2024

Embrace Your Inner Vamp: Halloween Nails 2024 Edition

  Embrace Your Inner Vamp: Halloween Nails 2024 Edition As we approach Halloween 2024, it's time to dive into the world of spooky-chic nail art. This year, vampire nails are...
October 15, 2024 — Erica Schlabach
Halloween Nails 2024

Spooktacular Nail Trends: Halloween Edition

Spooktacular Nail Trends: Halloween Edition Hey nail enthusiasts! 🎃💅 Ready to add some boo-tiful flair to your manicure? We've got the hottest Halloween nail trends that'll have everyone screaming (with...
September 26, 2024 — Erica Schlabach
Fall in Love with Autumn Gel Colors: Erica's ATA Trend Report

Fall in Love with Autumn Gel Colors: Erica's ATA Trend Report

Fall in Love with Autumn Gel Colors: Erica's ATA Trend Report Are you ready to fall head over heels for our stunning autumn gel colors?! This season, Erica's ATA is...
August 28, 2024 — Erica Schlabach
Hands browsing nail color tips on a nail polish wheel

Mastering the Color Wheel: Your Guide to Stunning Nail Art

Mastering the Color Wheel: Your Guide to Stunning Nail Art Let's talk about one of the most powerful tools in our nail art arsenal: the color wheel. We've all been...
July 26, 2024 — Erica Schlabach
Understanding Skin Undertones and Choosing the Best Nail Color

Understanding Skin Undertones and Choosing the Best Nail Color

Understanding Skin Undertones and Choosing the Best Nail Color Hey there! Let's chat about skin undertones, shall we? It's not just about your skin color; it's the secret hues that...
June 19, 2024 — Erica Schlabach