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Business p. 78 82 Crowdsourcing What are your resolutions for 2016? 84 A Fashionable Fête If you're a nail salon owner, there are certain occasions when a party is absolutely necessary. A grand opening usually sits at the top of that list. If, however, your business is located in an area where there are other nail salons, the challenge becomes throwing a diferent kind of celebration that will make yours stand out. 108 Salon Profle: Sitting Pretty at Dallas Beauty Lounge Tucked away a few miles south of Pittsburgh, Dallas Beauty Lounge is poised to expand to accommodate a growing clientele. Its months- long waiting list is indicative of a level of service that clients can't fnd anywhere else. Health p. 110 114 Something to Talk About: Brown Spots Brown spots on the nail can be the frst evidence of a larger problem. Help clients recognize when the issue may require a doctor's attention. 116 Know Your Onychos: A Nail Disease Quiz As nail professionals, we don't diagnose or treat medical conditions, but being able to spot trouble empowers us to help guide clients to seek appropriate help. Take our quiz to check your knowledge. 118 Healthy Living: Heart Health As the leading cause of death in the United States, heart disease is something we should all be concerned about. Because nail technology is a relatively sedentary job, it's important to learn the risk factors and make sure you're taking proper preventive measures to protect your heart health. 26 On My Mind 32 We Hear You 36 Nails File 42 Freebies & Giveaways 44 On The Road 136 Ad Index In Every Issue Technique p. 46 52 Signature Services Step-by-steps for an Eggnog Pedicure and a Fruity Tutti Manicure 54 Demos Step-by-steps from Essie and Bodipure 58 Behind the Scenes Find out how to do the nails that are on this month's cover. 60 New Year, New French A nail look that's better than a smooch at midnight, this design by Allie Baker, EzFlow's global educator, will have your clients ringing in the New Year in style. Style p. 62 66 Nail Art Studio Step-by-steps on new nail art designs 72 Anything But Basic A little black dress is the go-to staple of the fashion world. Every woman owns one — or fve — of these garments to style up or down. What better time of the year to break out these basics than for holiday parties? The nail designs featured here are meant to transform any LBD into a full-on festive look. 76 Boutique: Stocking Stufers It's the holiday season, which means clients are probably preoccupied with gift-shopping — and stressing. They need not fear, though — here are some stocking stufers that promise to delight. 52 108 118 } { in this issue 142 Reader Nail Art 146 Product Spotlight 156 Get The Look 157 Deal Sheet 170 My Other Life 76 22 | NAILS MAGAZINE | DECEMBER 2015