June 14, 2012
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With the sudden rise of brush-on gel-polish bringing many new customers into salons, it seems nail techs are seeing fewer tried-and-true acrylic customers. With new products on the market, traditional acrylic users now have more options to choose from, but there is still a seat at the manicure table for them.
Keywords: CND colored acrylics consumer marketing Gelish gel-polish
June 13, 2012
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This is no ordinary Walgreens. Enter the two-story flagship at State and Randolph and smell fresh-baked cinnamon rolls, witness a sushi chef masterfully create a custom order, and, of course, get your nails done at its Nail Bar by Essie & OPI.
Keywords: Essie manicures On the Road OPI Products
June 12, 2012
| Article
When we received e-mails showcasing phenomenal nail art from two different Polish nail artists several weeks apart, we knew we had to share their striking images with the rest of the world. We hope their designs inspire nail artists in our home country of the U.S. and our readers around the globe.
Keywords: competitions international stiletto nails
May 29, 2012
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What happens when creative entrepreneurs combine their passions to build multipurpose businesses? You get more than your average nail salon.
May 26, 2012
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True to its name, this Santa Barbara, Calif.-based salon features underwater decor, natural nails, and a boutique filled to the brim with hydrating products. The Cordova family works together to keep its seaside clients taken care of.
Keywords: salon decor/design salon profiles
May 26, 2012
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During the course of a foot treatment, nail tech Ruth Windsor asked her client what type of work she did. “She responded with, ‘I own a doggie daycare facility.’ And I told her, ‘I want to come work with you.’” It was a few years later that Deb Watkins, owner of Canine College, hired Windsor as an administration specialist.
Keywords: My Other Life
May 25, 2012
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American International Industries (A.I.I.), a leading manufacturer and worldwide distributor of beauty products, recently acquired the Nail Tek (Prima Technologies, Inc.) brand, a nail treatment and polish company headquartered in Nesconset, N.Y.
Keywords: AII American International Industries company sales/acquisitions Nail Tek
May 25, 2012
| Article
Spilo Worldwide is celebrating its 70th year as a manufacturer, master distributor, and importer for the professional beauty industry.
Keywords: Charles G. Spilo company anniversaries Marc Spilo Spilo
May 25, 2012
| Article
To commemorate five million Butter Blends sold, the Star Nail International CEO was presented with a cake created by Star Line, the company’s Italian distributors, who drew inspiration from Star’s most popular flavor, Milk & Honey.
May 23, 2012
| Article
The reality series “Nail Files,” featuring the colorful escapades of salon owner Katie Cazorla, will be back for a second season starting in early August.
Keywords: Katie Cazorla Nail Files
May 16, 2012
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Chicago-based artist Carlos Dzine Rolon elevates the nail industry with a coffee table book and nail salon-inspired museum installations that showcase our industry’s culture.
Keywords: fantasy nail art nail art books
May 14, 2012
| News
Hand & Nail Harmony held its inaugural educator training event at its new education facility in Brea, Calif.,this past January.
Keywords: continuing education Gelish Hand & Nail Harmony manufacturers educators retail merchandising
May 9, 2012
| Video
Meet Michael Megna, CEO and Founder of Backscratchers Salon Systems.
Keywords: Backscratchers
May 1, 2012
| Article
Beware: After viewing these before and after photos, whatever excuse you had for not completing that renovation project may go out the window (which coincidentally now needs to be replaced, so get on that)! You and your clients may find joy in a beautifully redone space.
Keywords: pedicure furnishings salon decor/design salon furnishings
April 27, 2012
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When her father nixed the idea of enrolling in beauty college, then- high school student Teresa King joined the drama club instead.
Keywords: My Other Life
