October 1, 2010
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Four Truffles natural and organic body care brand joined a select group when it was awarded the Ladies Home Journal (LHJ) “Do Good” Stamp for its philanthropic efforts, which include creating a circle of giving for women. LHJ celebrates corporations and brands that are committed to giving back to the community.
Keywords: Conscious Salon lotions manicures massage pedicures
October 1, 2010
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It’s not so surprising that a spa offering acupuncture, Ayurvedic counseling, and herbal consultations should shun traditional nail polish and artificial nails. Until recently The Dragontree Holistic Day Spa at the Portland International Airport turned away customers looking for nail care. In May the spa modified its menu to include manis and pedis with two options — a simple buff or Minx nail coatings.
Keywords: holistic manicures Minx Nails natural nail care pedicures
October 1, 2010
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Guests didn’t need to be dealt a good hand to keep their tips looking polished at the star-studded poker tournament Playing for Good at the home of Hank Azaria, because "The Simpsons" star’s backyard was transformed into a tranquil outdoor spa with mini-manicures provided by SpaRitual.
Keywords: celebrities charity manicures SpaRitual
September 21, 2010
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Nail tech G Elizondo (right) of D’Hair to be Different in Las Vegas has had the honor of doing singer and actress Marie Osmond’s nails on several important occasions. At one of Osmond’s birthday parties, Osmond even let Elizondo bring seven friends backstage with her. Elizondo says, “We had fun watching her shoe changes because we got to see her gel toes blinging through the different shoes!”
Keywords: celebrities manicures Young Nails
September 7, 2010
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Glamour’s beauty expert Andrea Pomerantz Lustig recommends getting gel manicures only once in a while, as the removal process can leave nails weak after lots of filing and acetone soaking.
Keywords: acetone/removal products CND consumer press gel polish gels
September 7, 2010
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Celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik gives Glamour three helpful tips to keep nails looking their best.
Keywords: consumer press learning new techniques manicures natural nail care Tom Bachik
September 7, 2010
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Harper’s Bazaar takes a cue from Giorgio Armani’s fall runway collection and recommends fire engine-red polish on short nails.
Keywords: consumer press Essie fashion manicures nails and fashion
September 7, 2010
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Redbook magazine shares seven tips for making a manicure last for 10 days.
Keywords: base coats CND consumer press cuticle treatments Essie
September 1, 2010
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The LCN Spa Series provides hand, nail, and foot care treatments made from all-natural ingredients found a world away. The spa line captures the holistic spirit of the Indonesian islands, incorporating elements derived from the highest-quality plants, herbs, and flora.
Keywords: all-natural LCN lotions manicures natural nail care
September 1, 2010
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Sure, a classy pink-and-white French is always in season, but why not switch it up this fall with a dose of trendy color? Dashing Diva Professional offers an easy alternative French look that combines the company’s French Wrap Plus with its polish colors.
Keywords: Dashing Diva French manicures manicure accessories manicures simple nail art
September 1, 2010
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My'Amour Salon & Spa explains how to do a fun Cookies & Cream manicure for clients.
Keywords: deluxe manicures manicures Perfect Sense paraffin Signature Services SpaRitual
August 19, 2010
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InStyle talks with manicurist Josephine Allen about her favorite tips for two-week manicures and some of her favorite custom-color combinations.
Keywords: consumer press Essie manicures Nailtiques polish
August 1, 2010
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Students at the London College of Beauty Therapy have filed and polished a combined length of 200 meters (656 feet) of fingernails to set a new Guinness World Record. In total, 1,897 men and women took part in the May 13 record attempt held at the college. The record was for the highest number of file and varnishes performed over an eight-hour period.
Keywords: competitions manicures
August 1, 2010
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We first met salon owner Heather Goodwin in 2007 when she entered (and won 1st runner-up in) our Nail Tech of the Year program. She didn’t have her own salon yet, but the plans were in motion. The next time I was in Orlando for the Premiere Show was 2008 and Heather was moving into her salon that very weekend. I promised her next time I was in central Florida, I would visit her salon. In June, publisher Cyndy Drummey and I made the visit.
Keywords: gel polish manicures On the Road pedicures retailing
July 28, 2010
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Better Homes and Gardens lays out the rules for a quick and easy at-home manicure.
Keywords: All Season Nails CND consumer press Essie files
