December 28, 2011
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An alternative to conventional solvent-based nail polish, Scotch Naturals WaterColors produces no noxious fumes or odors and delivers long-lasting, salon-quality color without yellowing of the nails.
Keywords: eco-conscious products eco-conscious salons green products green salons water-based polish
May 19, 2011
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A peaceful retreat, Crave Nail Spa was created using eco-friendly materials and offers clients a wide range of services using natural products.
Keywords: boutique nail salon eco-conscious products eco-conscious salons salon decor/design salon profiles
August 1, 2010
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The Green Spa Network offers these easy-to-implement tips that can help reduce the environmental footprint of your salon.
Keywords: eco-conscious products eco-conscious salons eco-friendly energy efficient products green business
March 10, 2010
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Salon owners looking to go green can suffer from information overload and become paralyzed, says Tamara Jercha, president of the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas (NAEFSS). “They do nothing because they don’t know where to start,” she says. Her solution: Begin with the Salon & Spa Sustainability Model, created by the NAEFSS.
Keywords: Conscious Salon eco-conscious salons green salons NAEFSS
June 1, 2009
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ROB|B: An OPI Concept Salon in Studio City, Calif., was awarded the highly coveted LEED certification, which provides independent, third-party verification that a building project meets the highest green building and performance measures.
Keywords: eco-conscious salons leed certification rob/b salon decor/design
May 1, 2009
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At Recess in Los Angeles, owner Nidhi Lal pays more than just lip service to the salon’s eco-conscious reputation. She’s made an offer to clients who might otherwise dispose of their half-empty polish bottles improperly: Bring them into the salon and for every 10 bottles, they will receive a free manicure. For every 15 bottles, they earn a free pedicure.
Keywords: customer service eco-conscious salons marketing/promotions product disposal
March 16, 2009
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When clients are thirsty, what do you hand them? What you give them to drink inevitably leaves its mark on the planet, so some salons and spas are choosing wisely.
Keywords: eco-conscious salons
November 1, 2008
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Joi Nail Spa in Berkeley, Calif., enriches its community with a unique assortment of services, including authentic Chinese reflexology.
Keywords: eco-conscious salons massage natural ingredients reflexology salon decor/design
September 17, 2007
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The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded two Seattle non-profit groups $100,000 to help nail salons become more conscious of the toxicity of some of the chemicals used during business.
Keywords: chemicals eco-conscious salons EPA
February 1, 2007
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Salons have always been centered around a beauty philosophy — but what happens when salons extend that outlook to include Mother Earth? As green salons pop up all over the country, find out what this trend means to you.
Keywords: consultants eco-conscious salons green business pedicure areas preventing burnout
July 1, 2006
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Environmentally conscious salon owners Maria and Gary Sigman built a green salon from the ground up in an up-and-coming neighborhood in Chicago. From organically-derived products and reclaimed building materials to yoga classes and service discounts for bike riders, Salon Echo strives to be eco-friendly in every respect.
Keywords: eco-conscious salons green salons salon profiles
