January 21, 2015
| Article
Those painful, persistent pests! While you can’t remove the problem, you can offer some tips to help your clients find the best solution to relieve their aching feet.
Keywords: bunions foot care Something to Talk About
December 29, 2014
| Article
It’s hard to know the etiquette for supporting a client — or coworker — in her battle against cancer.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness cancer client health
December 29, 2014
| Product
Cuccio Naturalé’s Professional Pedicure Hydrating Heel Treatment contains both organic argan and urea, imparting intense hydration for extremely dry skin.
Keywords: cracked heels Cuccio Naturale heel creams
December 23, 2014
| Article
You might think that another nail tech would be critical of your work, but performing services on her shouldn’t be intimidating as long as you follow the same procedure you would with any valued client. Review these common nail tech health and nail issues, and follow some helpful tips so your client can relax and be on the receiving end of an enjoyable, soothing nail service for a change.
Keywords: client health healthy working tech-to-tech sharing
December 22, 2014
| Article
Your client is pregnant! She’s going to need a little TLC for the next nine months. Let her know you’ve got it covered.
Keywords: pregnant clients Something to Talk About
December 1, 2014
| Article
As our population ages, chances are you are already seeing an increase in the number of older clients coming to you for services. From nail issues such as dryness and brittleness to compromised health, elderly clients often face special challenges. Learn to identify your mature clients’ health concerns to help provide them with a beneficial and enjoyable nail service.
Keywords: client health elderly clients
November 18, 2014
| Video
Brenda Skermont shows The Nail Superstore's Nail Dust Collector.
Keywords: air filtration air purification air quality The Nail Superstore
November 1, 2014
| Article
With all the nail salon “horror stories” in the news recently, you may be seeing more clients who have sanitation concerns. These concerns can range from mild worry to full-blown germaphobia. Learn how to put your clients’ fears at ease and help them enjoy a safe and healthy nail service.
Keywords: client health difficult clients salon sanitation
October 30, 2014
| Video
Industry scientist, Doug Schoon, addresses the most recent information about fungal nail infections and the potential for secondary mold infections of the nail plate. Schoon also answers questions about how nail dehydrators improve adhesion of L&P nail coatings to the natural nail.
If you have any questions for Schoon, e-mail [email protected]. For more information on Schoon and his weekly video series, Face-to-Face with Doug Schoon, click here.
Keywords: client health Doug Schoon fungal infections health mold
October 28, 2014
| Article
Essie’s new brightening system is a comprehensive three-step program that delivers instantly refreshed nails, achieving reduced discoloration, stains, and dullness after just one use.
Keywords: Essie nail whitener scrubs service pricing
October 28, 2014
| News
Belava wants to know how you let your customers know you practice the art of the safe pedicure. To enter the company’s Art of the Safe Pedicure Competition, explain, in 250 words or less, what you do and say to your clients during your consultation and/or pedicure to make them confident they are receiving a safe, sanitary pedicure every time they visit you.
Keywords: Belava contests Footnanny pedicures
October 28, 2014
| Article
Your client wants to know what the white spots are on her nails, and you know they may have been caused by something you did. How do you respond?
Keywords: leukonychia Something to Talk About white spots
October 2, 2014
| Article
The nail toughening and repair product is being used by nail techs to treat cancer patients’ brittle nails, a side effect of chemotherapy.
Keywords: damaged nails IBX natural nail care
October 1, 2014
| Article
As a nail tech, you’re sure to have at least one client who’s the sensitive type. From onycholysis to itchy, dry cuticles, symptoms caused by allergies to common ingredients can range from mild to severe. Learn to spot these aggravating symptoms and treat them accordingly.
Keywords: allergic contact dermatitis contact dermatitis skin sensitivity
October 1, 2014
| Article
One in four women and one in nine men who walk through your salon door are potential victims of domestic violence. Read on to find out how can you spot it and what you should do about it.
Keywords: client health Professional Beauty Association
