November 1, 1998
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Explain to your clients that acrylic vapors aren't harmful to them; they just smell bad.
Keywords: masks Nail Manufacturers Council working safely
October 1, 1998
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This October, Lesa Perry and her sister Vickie Johnson will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of their salon, For Your Nails Only, in Brentwood, Tenn. But Perry will also be celebrating the gift of life — her own.
April 1, 1998
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NAILS asked a group of nail technicians what they do to unwind and keep stress at bay.
Keywords: combatting burnout minimizing stress
April 1, 1998
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At first she thought she might have a cold or the flu, but when her symptoms persisted, and then it got worse, Bricker visited her doctor. After many visits, she was finally diagnosed.
Keywords: women's health
March 1, 1998
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If you are a salon owner and don’t have proper MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) documentation, not only are you doing yourself and your clients a disservice, but you also risk getting into hot water with your local OSHA agency.
Keywords: MSDS
November 1, 1997
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I have learned one thing about nail technicians: They want the truth about the products they use and they can tell when they're getting it.
Keywords: As I See It chemical safety chemicals EMA MMA
October 1, 1997
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When salon owner Lesa Perry was diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 31, she was in disbelief. She credits her family, friends, coworkers, and clients for being there every step of the way of her difficult journey.
Keywords: breast cancer awareness
October 1, 1997
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Keywords: breast cancer awareness
February 1, 1997
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Nail technicians, as well as hairstylists, can be susceptible to contracting this frightening but manageable condition. With a little planning and care, onset can sometimes be prevented, slowed, or made more tolerable.
Keywords: occupational asthma workplace allergies
October 1, 1996
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Whether you call it “dental acrylic,” “porcelain,” or methyl methacrylate (its proper name), there should be no question any longer that MMA does not belong on human fingernails. T
Keywords: chemicals EMA MMA Nail Manufacturers Council
August 1, 1996
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Research is inconclusive regarding a link between chemicals used in the salon and certain birth defects, but don’t take chances. Experts agree that using commonsense precautions can substantially reduce any potential risk to pregnant nail technicians.
Keywords: working while pregnant
May 1, 1996
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Avoid this painful disorder by taking just a few minutes each day to stretch and strengthen your hands, wrists, elbows, and neck.
Keywords: carpal tunnel syndrome exercise
