November 1, 2008
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Dermatologists are warning that harmless-looking henna tattoos could contain a harmful chemical.
Keywords: allergic reactions henna skin conditions temporary tattoos
November 1, 2008
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All clients need personal attention, but our diabetic pedicure clients need an extra dose of TLC. Learn how to alter pedicure services to accommodate diabetic clients, and you’ll not only be offering them an hour of relaxation, you’ll also be protecting their health.
Keywords: diabetic clients pedicure safety pedicures special needs clients
October 1, 2008
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Melanoma rates have risen 50% among young women in the United States since 1980 and researchers theorize that the trend might be related to an increase in the use of tanning beds along with exposure to the sun.
Keywords: client health skin cancer tanning
October 1, 2008
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The International Nail Technicians Association (INTA) has come out against this service that requires clients to place their feet into a tub containing small carp that nibble dead skin from clients' feet.
Keywords: fish pedicures International Nail Technicians Association salon sanitation
October 1, 2008
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Increase your client's comfort while reducing your muscle fatigue with this innovative product.
Keywords: client health ergonomic products healthy working manicure accessories nail tech made
October 1, 2008
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It’s smart to retail items that go hand-in-hand with your nail services, like polish and hand lotion, but if you go beyond these basic retail items, it can really set your salon apart from the pack. And who doesn’t love a specialty cup of tea to warm up with?
Keywords: green tea Retail Boutique retail merchandising retailing
September 21, 2008
| News
Woman's Day editor wants several beauty industry breast cancer awareness products.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity consumer press Jessica Cosmetics polish
September 15, 2008
| News
TeenVogue is encouraging purchases that benefit breast cancer during October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity consumer press Tweezerman tweezers
September 11, 2008
| News
Join NAILS editor Hannah Lee as she blogs and journeys her way to "become a healthier person." Swap encouragement, recipes, and experiences with others in the nail industry as we challenge ourselves to live healthier, fitter lives.
Keywords: CND diet exercise fitness
September 1, 2008
| Product
Poshé’s Potion of Youth is suitable for people of all ages who are looking to either maintain youthful-looking skin or repair untimely skin damage.
Keywords: anti-aging lotions Poshe shea butter skin care
September 1, 2008
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Special care must be taken when performing service consultations for those in the health care industry and related fields. Turn this into a positive by marketing a healthy, natural nail regime for this client base.
Keywords: natural nail care niche marketing nurses and artificial nails
September 1, 2008
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Cuticle remover must be rinsed off thoroughly or it could weaken the nail plate.
Keywords: cuticle remover Doug Schoon
September 1, 2008
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Your client is the type who believes everything she hears. If it’s published on the Internet, it must be true, right? Luckily, you know better. Educate your clients on the truth behind 10 common nail misconceptions with this convenient handout.
Keywords: disinfection health nail diseases sanitation
September 1, 2008
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Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month with these great for retail or salon use tweezers.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity Tweezerman tweezers
August 1, 2008
| Product
The Alen A375UV Air Purifier contains two UV lamps, a titanium dioxide filter, dust/odor sensors, remote control, and increased activated carbon for improved odor removal.
Keywords: air filtration air purification client health healthy working salon sanitation