What's your fashion personality?

Did you know that nails are the hottest fashion accessory?

See which celebrities share your fashion personality. Use your personal tastes and style to choose from the six fashion types below. We'll tell you what nail styles you might like and what Creative Nail Design products will help you achieve your look.

International Nail Technicians Association

Seeing a need to provide education, networking opportunities, and a sense of community to nail technicians, Cosmetologists Chicago acquired the Illinois Nail Technicians Association in June 2001. A new organization was launched with the purpose of providing an association “home” to nail care professionals, dedicated to the needs of technicians and the industry.
We help nail technicians grow professionally and personally by providing Expert Education, Networking Opportunities, Valuable Information about Fashion, Trends & Technique Guidelines, and Standards & Ethics Guidelines.

International Nail Technicians Association

2035 Paysphere Circle

Chicago,

IL 60674Phone: 312-321-5161

Fax: 312.245.1080

What is the pedicure?

A pedicure is a way to improve the appearance of the feet, and their nails. It basically is a manicure for the feet. The word pedicure comes form the Latin words pes, which means foot, and cura, which means care. It also means the care of the feet and toenails. A pedicure can be helpful because it can prevent nail diseases and nail disorders.

History:

The history of pedicures dates back to ancient Egypt. A carving of a pharaoh's official was noted as representing pedicures and manicures.
Pedicures contain different parts:
1. Filing

2. Cuticle nipping - clipping excess cuticle around nail. When clipping cuticles, care needs to be taken to avoid infection.

3. Cleansing the nails - wash nails in finger bath with warm, soapy water.

4. Buffing - shaping of the nails. the nails.