The mom of two little girls who love to get their nails done, Piggy Paint founder Melanie Hurley always hated the thought of her children putting their hands in their mouths after she painted their nails with traditional solvent-based “kid” polishes. The result of her quest for a polish with no harsh chemicals, no foul odors, and nothing that might hurt the environment was Piggie Paint, which boasts the tagline “It’s as natural as mud.” read more
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Cuccio Naturale's new Lemongrass and Lavender body butter is the perfect balance of moisture delivered to the skin and lasts for 24 hours. The time-released emollients slowly disperse a cascading amount of oils into the skin, leaving it feeling healthy and refreshed.
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Soft Touch has new Cool Blue Buffers to inspire clients to keep nails extra shiny this summer. Crafted from high-quality materials and made in the USA, the Cool Blue Buffers are quick and easy to use and are gentle on nails. Simply buff with the blue side and then polish with the white side.
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Piggy Paint products are made with hypoallergenic, odorless, and non-acetone ingredients to make them ideal for the sensitive skin of children. The line includes a collection of polishes as well as a prime coat, top coat, and polish remover. These products are as natural as mud, says the company, hence the Piggy Paint name.
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- Conquer Calluses in 28 Days or Less
Removing rough calluses at home can be tedious and time-consuming for clients. Offer them a quick and effective new alternative: Gehwol’s med Callus Cream.
- All That Glitters…
Stephanie Russo of Salon Kukata in Upland, Calif., shows how she does one of her popular designs. Russo sells these designs as add-ons, typically canvassing ankles and backs, and they have become quite popular during the summer months, with clients sometimes asking for more elaborate and flashy designs.
- What Is Onychogryphosis?
Onychogryphosis refers to nails that have thickened and developed a deep curve. Techs may be more familiar with the term “ram’s horn,” which is the common description given to this condition.
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CND Cool As A Cucumber Pedicure
Cool off your clients this season with a refreshing seasonal pedicure using CND’s Marine Spa Pedicure line and Scentsations Cucumber & Aloe lotion. The products use marine botanicals and sea salts to energize, cool, and rejuvenate tired feet. The CND Marine Spa Pedicure line includes a Mineral Bath, Salt Scrub, Cooling Masque, and Hydrating Oil that are lightly fragranced to create an aquatic and relaxing sensation for clients.
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Exotic Mango Manicure/Pedicure
Hollywood Nails explains how to give clients a luxurious manicure/pedicure with mango oil, sliced oranges, and flower petals.