December 7, 2012
| Article
If you’re serious about bringing sustainability to the salon, the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas (NAEFSS) can help.
Keywords: green salons NAEFSS
December 7, 2012
| Article
OSHA recently provided salons with a handy guide called "Stay Healthy and Safe While Giving Manicures and Pedicures," but did you know that you can also request a free on-site consultation for your salon?
Keywords: OSHA salon safety working safely
December 5, 2012
| Article
Success came at a price for nail tech Carrie Bomar. After spending countless hours each day looking down at clients’ hands, her neck began to hurt, a result of the posture most nail technicians assume.
Keywords: ergonomic furnishings ergonomic products ergonomics manicure stations/tables manicure tables
November 30, 2012
| Video
Nail Props Inc. explains the uses and benefits of their client arm rest.
Keywords: salon furnishings
November 21, 2012
| Product
With more than 17 color options, the towels can blend in perfectly with any design scheme.
Keywords: American Dawn
November 21, 2012
| Video
This video, from the Local Hazardous Waste Program in King County, Washington, shows the measurement levels of common nail salon solvents in the air, both with and without source-capture ventilation.
Watch move videos on salon ventilation.
Keywords: acetone/removal products chemical safety ventilation
November 20, 2012
| Article
Along with an increase of goodwill, the holidays often usher in an elevated level of anxiety. This year, take steps to create a season filled with more merry and less stress.
Keywords: minimizing stress stress stress relief stress-free holidays
November 19, 2012
| Video
Erica of EricasATA Inc. shares how to assemble and use the company's nail vacuum system.
Keywords: electric file safety Erica's Advanced Technical Abrasives ventilation
November 2, 2012
| Article
Science and Light Technology has developed a new sterilization system that utilizes UV light to purge 99.99% of bacteria, mold, and viruses from salon implements.
Keywords: UV sterilizer
November 2, 2012
| Article
When dealing with acrylic odor, of course fume extraction is very important, but so are good work habits, says Jesse Bruner, owner of Jesse David Nail Design in Wilmington, Del.
Keywords: acrylics salon odors
September 17, 2012
| Article
Be sure to download “Stay Healthy and Safe While Giving Manicures and Pedicures,” a recently released 20-page booklet created by OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
Keywords: healthy working OSHA ventilation working healthy
September 17, 2012
| Article
Gloves In A Bottle is a shielding lotion — it bonds with the outer layer of your skin and helps lock in your natural oils and moisture.
Keywords: gloves skin care skin diseases
August 1, 2012
| Article
Navigating the myriad of claims in the cosmetic world may leave you wondering what these terms mean and who sets the standard. You’ll find it’s not clear cut.
Keywords: natural ingredients natural nail care organic products
July 17, 2012
| Product
Arid Blue hand sanitizer from Beautiful Nails kills 99.9% of germs while moisturizing skin.
Keywords: Beautiful Nails hand sanitizer sanitation
July 13, 2012
| Demo
Elevating clients for feet-focused services generally improves nail tech ergonomics, as you don’t have to hunch over to do close-up work. And building your own set-up means you can design and decorate it however you want. (Hello, purple paint and glitter!)
Keywords: ergonomic furnishings FootsieBath IKEA pedicure areas pedicure furnishings
