The least gadget-y, least "tech guy," most surprisingly fun find at CES at Cool Mom Tech

Wednesday 09 January

The least gadget-y, least "tech guy," most surprisingly fun find at CES

By far one of the most fascinating booths at the Consumer Electronics Show this week was not in fact, home of booth babes who seemed to forget to put all their clothes on in the morning. Actually, it was a genius new device that will be taking over nail salons any day now. And if you're into nail art, then whoa--you have to take a look.

Tat'z Nailz is kind of what it sounds like--a big machine that you pop your fingers into, one at a time, while custom images are "tattooed" onto your nails. Add a top coat and it lasts up to two weeks or until you take it off with regular nail polish remover; or just wear it for a night and wash off with soap and water.

What's really cool though is that while you can choose from a ton of existing designs, you can also work from custom photos! The machine grabs a photo like say, your kid, your child' artwork, a team logo, or here, Kristen and me!

tatz nails nail tattoo machine | cool mom tech

After surrounding the nailbed with blue tape (house-painting style) and coating the nail in a basic white polish, you stick your finger in the machine, push down to lock it in position, then the nail technician lines up the image of your choice.

In about 7 seconds, you have your nails tattooed. And yeah, this one looks a litle wonky because we didn't take the time let the white base dry. (Hey, we had 50,000 other booths to get to.)

The retail price for the tatzicure (our name!) will be in the the $19 range at salons and mall kiosks, as soon as retailers start buying the system and getting the training. Although it might be smart if there were an option to rent them for parties, judging from the excitement around them just at the show.

Yes it's kind of crazy. And gimmicky. But totally fun. And hey, we loved watching a bunch of techie guy-guys lining up to try it out. That one dude? In the grey suit? Looked outstanding with a cheetah-print thumb. -Liz

Find out more about Tat'z Nailz on their site. Would you ever try out a device like Tat'z Nails at your local salon?

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Shelley Bryan | January 9, 2013 12:50 PM | Reply

This is the coolest new thing I have seen for nails! Love it!!!

Taylor | January 10, 2013 11:30 AM | Reply

I saw this last year at the show. I think they had a single machine and they weren't ready to sell them yet. I talked to them yesterday at CES and apparently they have a franchisee which will be starting tat'z nail'z salons and boutiques opening across the US called "Monster Nails". Coming to a town near you early 2013.

Cool Mom Picks replied to comment from Taylor | January 10, 2013 9:20 PM | Reply

Thanks Taylor! They let us know they're also going to have them in established salons and malls. We think it's hilariously awesome.

taTat'z Nails | January 12, 2013 10:02 PM | Reply

I have to say thank you very much for the love! We had a blast at CES and met a lot of great people. Just to clarify, we are selling and leasing (for as low as $199 a month) the machines to those interested.

But we are excited to see Tat'z hit every city and country. Thanks again for your post!

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