October 26 2009 - Features
The Steri-Dent Dry Heat Sterilizer is an FDA-registered piece of equipment that is designed to sterilize any type of metal instrument.
It is recommended that all instruments be bagged until the point-of-use to ensure their sterility and to increase client confidence.
Tags: DISINFECTION, STERI-DENT
October 26 2009 - Features
A green alternative to traditional polish remover, Wilaverde by Bodipure offers polish remover that contains no acetone or ethyl acetate.
The 100% biodegradable formula is enriched with soy to condition nails, cuticles, and skin on contact and has no unpleasant odor.
Tags: ACETONE/REMOVAL, BODIPURE
October 15 2009 - Features
We’ve all heard of them by now. The big three: formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (aka DBP). But what exactly are these chemicals and why have they been systematically eliminated from cosmetics?
By Tim Crowley
We’ve all heard of them by now. The big three: formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (aka DBP). But what exactly are these chemicals and why have they been systematically eliminated from cosmetics?
Tags: CHEMICALS, INGREDIENTS
October 2 2009 - Features
The Brookhaven location of Atlanta’s Natural Body Spa & Shop chain has just been awarded Platinum certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) program.
Tags: LEED CERTIFICATION, NATURAL BODY SPA
September 15 2009 - Features
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there’s no better way to show your clients you care than by retailing products that donate a portion of their proceeds to benefit breast cancer organizations.
Tags: BREAST CANCER, CHARITY, RETAIL
September 15 2009 - Features
By Michelle Pratt
You offer services using natural products, and you and your staff make earth-friendly choices for your salon whenever you can. How do you let your clients know about your commitment to going green? Below are five ways to spread your message
September 15 2009 - Features
Making a conscious effort to be green is important not only from an environmental point of view but also from a marketing and public relations point of view. “Today’s consumer puts much more value on a company’s green status when making spending decisions,” says Dora Suppes, director of operations for Scalar Creative Group, a Scottsdale, Ariz.-based design firm. Suppes recommends making your direct mail campaigns a little greener by following these tips.
Tags: GREEN BUSINESS
August 26 2009 - Features
It’s tanning season, which means it’s time to educate clients on how to protect themselves from sun damage. Most people know that SPF stands for sun protection factor and that few users apply enough sunblock to do the trick. What you might not know is that the SPF pertains only to UVB rays.
Tags: TANNING