April 19, 2011
| News
“Showing we care about clients’ safety when it comes to nail services enhances trust in us as professionals," says Medical Nail Technician Claudia Cox.
Keywords: continuing education education medical pedicures medispa services
March 31, 2011
| Article
Encourage your clients to practice safe sun by slathering on the sunblock and using nail polish to give their skin a more tan appearance.
Keywords: polish tanning
February 28, 2011
| Article
Although definitive treatment of bunions and hammertoes most often requires surgery, there are several self-treatment steps your clients can take to lessen their pain and enjoy an evening out.
Keywords: bunions client health foot disorders hammertoes
February 26, 2011
| Article
Incorporate the unique healing benefits of selenite into your massages.
Keywords: holistic massage massage products
February 25, 2011
| Article
Common Disorders of the Skin, Scalp and Hair: A Quick Reference for Licensed Beauty Professionals was written to help those in the beauty industry provide better, more knowledgeable care to their clientele and to develop a greater understanding of how to safely service clients while protecting themselves.
Keywords: client health hair care skin conditions skin diseases
February 1, 2011
| Article
Sometimes a new gel client will be surprised to see damage to her natural nails after a few weeks of wearing gels. There’s no guarantee that all gel applications and removals will be done precisely to manufacturer standards, so in the event of soaking off a set of gels and looking at weakened and thinned nail plates, what is a tech to do?
Keywords: cuticle care damaged nails removing gels soak-off gels
January 31, 2011
| News
The Beauty Bus Foundation recently celebrated industry volunteers who bring beauty into the lives of homebound and terminally or chronically ill individuals and their primary caregivers free of charge.
Keywords: charity rob/b
December 15, 2010
| Product
Hands deserve daily pampering, just like the body and face. That’s why Essie has introduced ejuvenate — a comprehensive luxury hand treatment system that helps to combat signs of aging and reveal new, younger looking skin.
Keywords: Essie hand care
December 1, 2010
| Article
Be an informed patient by avioding common mistakes and misperceptions about a visit for you first nail evaluation.
Keywords: client issues nail diseases working with doctors
November 1, 2010
| Article
The findings by three nail industry scientists contradict the conclusions of a medical report that warns of an increased risk of cancer on the hands after exposure to a UV nail light.
Keywords: Doug Schoon gels Jim McConnell Light Elegance OPI Products
November 1, 2010
| Article
Myxoid cysts are small, rounded deformities that occur around the fingers and toes. Though often harmless, a visit to the doctor is still suggested to rule out any larger issue.
Keywords: client health educating clients ganglion cysts Myxoid cyst skin conditions
October 18, 2010
| News
Using OPI Nail Lacquer in Pink of Hearts is a great way to contribute to cancer research.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity consumer press OPI Products
October 18, 2010
| News
Elle’s It List for October supports Breast Cancer Awareness month with all things pink, such as OPI Nail Lacquer in Pink of Hearts.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity consumer press OPI Products
October 18, 2010
| News
OPI’s Nail Lacquer in Pink of Hearts is part of Shape magazine’s Products That Give Back for October.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity consumer press OPI Products polish
August 1, 2010
| Article
In and of themselves, thick nails pose no danger to a client, but they often indicate a larger problem. Techs can protect themselves and their clients if they proceed with caution.
Keywords: applying enhancements to unhealthy nails hypertrophy nail diseases onychauxis skin conditions