May 1, 2008
| Article
It’s most important to wear a mask when filing artifi cial nails. “Especially if you use an electric file,” says Schoon.
Keywords: electric file safety electric files working safely
April 28, 2008
| Video
Feet by OPI pedicure system is a system of professional products developed to transform ordinary pedicures into extraordinary spa services. It's a system so simple, it's perfect.
Keywords: feet OPI products pedicures salon sanitation
April 1, 2008
| Product
New and improved formula is healthier since it no longer contains phthalates.
Keywords: client health dibutyl phthalate (DBP) fast dry top coats nail diseases Poshe
April 1, 2008
| Article
Scooping your products into smaller containers helps avoid waste and prevents cross contamination.
Keywords: client health Doug Schoon healthy working product contamination salon sanitation
April 1, 2008
| Article
Offering pedicure services to foot care patients in the doctor's office provides ideal setting for the foot shy.
Keywords: booth rental foot care FootsieBath medical pedicures
April 1, 2008
| Article
Psoriasis is a chronic, recurring condition that commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. These patches frequently occur on the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the fingernails and toenails.
Keywords: nail diseases psoriasis skin conditions
April 1, 2008
| Article
Salons are carving out a niche by catering to expectant mothers. Moms-only menus, specialized massage, and targeted retail goodies are just the beginning. With some planning and training you can add to the joy — and relieve the discomforts — during the nine months before birth.
Keywords: pedicure safety pregnant clients working while pregnant
April 1, 2008
| Article
Has the hubbub surrounding salon sanitation had a measurable effect on your business?
Keywords: consumer concerns negative industry press salon sanitation
March 1, 2008
| Article
A good manicure or pedicure should make clients feel special and pampered. Some services push the boundaries in terms of techniques, ingredients, and price to make them exceptional. Take a look at these services that go above and beyond.
Keywords: add-on services customer service day spa deluxe manicures deluxe pedicures
March 1, 2008
| Product
Angel’s Hands was designed to steady and separate the fingers of clients who have debilitating diseases.
Keywords: elderly clients manicure accessories special needs clients
March 1, 2008
| Article
Educating teenage girls and "'tweens" about the importance of wearing shoes, clipping hang nails, and hand-washing, is one way this salon markets to the younger crowd while helping the girls earn their scouting badges at the same time.
Keywords: building your clientele coupons marketing/promotions youth marketing
March 1, 2008
| Article
To help urbanites get some rest from their non-stop schedules, New York City’s Yelo offers sanctuaries in the form of private power nap and reflexology treatment rooms.
Keywords: day spa reflexology
February 1, 2008
| Article
Polished Hand & Foot Spa impresses clients with its cleanliness.
Keywords: client health gloves salon sanitation
February 1, 2008
| Article
Cosmetics marketer in the Netherlands says he's found a cure to habitual nail biting.
Keywords: nail biting onychophagy
February 1, 2008
| Article
You may be able to determine if the mystery item in the back section of the fridge has gone bad by a deep, hearty inhale, but does the nose test work on salon products? Read below to learn what it's time to throw out your stock — and how to do it without harming the earth.
Keywords: consumer concerns product disposal
