February 1, 2010
| Article
Though a common ailment, corns can often be avoided by something as simple as changing one’s shoes.
Keywords: diabetic clients Feet nail diseases
January 1, 2010
| Article
A common and potentially painful condition, pincer nails can often be avoided by careful detection and proper care.
Keywords: Feet nail diseases
December 29, 2009
| Product
Sanitas Skincare’s Callus Cream is an extra-strength treatment formulated to re-texturize and soften hard, callused skin.
Keywords: callus removers pedicures Skin Care
December 1, 2009
| Demo
Adding nail enhancements to bitten nails can be a rather complicated and tricky procedure.
Keywords: acrylics enhancements extending the nail bed nail biting
December 1, 2009
| Article
Gone are the days when we slathered baby oil on our skin and competed with each other for the darkest skin tone. However, factors other than the sun play a role in the development of skin cancer, so even those who use the highest SPF can still be at risk. Learn to recognize changes in the skin that could indicate skin cancer and educate your clients about the importance of early treatment.
Keywords: nail diseases skin cancer
November 1, 2009
| Article
When the weight of the body lands on a swollen nerve, it can be debilitating. Learn the symptoms and alert clients to this common problem that develops in the nerves of the foot.
Keywords: bunions foot disorders neuromas
November 1, 2009
| Article
Ingrown toenails are painful afflictions that usually require a doctor’s help to remove. But if you catch them early enough, you can help maintain the nail using a special Ingrown Nail File and prevent the nail from growing into the surrounding skin.
Keywords: Antoine de Paris ingrown toenails pedicures
October 7, 2009
| News
Nail biting not only looks ugly, but can injure the nail matrix and lead to infection. Shape magazine tells readers how to break the biting habit.
Keywords: consumer press nail biting
October 7, 2009
| News
Essence suggests nail products for strengthening, filing, and correcting.
Keywords: consumer press Essie files Nail Tek polish removal
October 1, 2009
| Article
It’s a long name for a common condition — longitudinal ridging — and just the type of problem that makes nail techs look like miracle workers in the eyes of their clients.
Keywords: brittle nails onychorrhexis ridged nails
October 1, 2009
| Product
DiaDerm Laboratories’ Krystal Clean Nails solution effectively kills 99.9% of microbes and germs that cause nail infections.
Keywords: nail treatments
October 1, 2009
| Article
When it comes to ingrown toenails and how to treat them, misinformation abounds. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers this list of myths you may hear from clients and how to counter them.
Keywords: ingrown toenails natural nail care
September 23, 2009
| Product
Cuticle Aid from Set-N-Me-Free is a non-oily cream full of wound healing aloe vera and vitamins.
Keywords: cuticle treatments
September 1, 2009
| Article
Because alopecia areata is known to make an appearance on the nails, techs should be aware of this emotional, and often life-altering, disease.
Keywords: alopecia areata applying enhancements to unhealthy nails client health nail diseases skin diseases
September 1, 2009
| Article
Dermatologists are successfully using sclerotherapy — a longstanding treatment for spider veins — to improve the appearance of aging hands. Understanding what’s available to your clients can make you a valuable resource.
Keywords: Hand care medispa services
