June 29, 2012 | Article
Advertising itself as “four-free,” Knocked Up Nails contains no toluene, formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, or camphor.
May 25, 2012 | Article
Nail tech Trish Bartram fell into the sideline of baby bump painting more or less by accident.
May 12, 2011 | Encyclopedia
Some clients, for medical or other reasons, require special care.
May 1, 2010 | Article
A massage might seem just the thing to bring relief to pregnant clients’ swollen feet and legs, but there are acupressure points around the lower legs and feet that, when aggressively worked, can bring on contractions.
March 1, 2010 | News
Irritation and sensitivity are possible with the use of almost any essential oil.
April 14, 2009 | News
It’s hard to believe the practice of aromatherapy could be harmful to a pregnant client, but in fact some essential oils — called “emmenagogues” — are known to induce menstruation or other types of bleeding.
April 1, 2009 | Article
It's hard to believe that the practice of aromatherapy could be harmful to a pregnant client.
July 1, 2008 | Article
There’s a theory floating around that suggests hormones can wreak havoc on nails, causing the product to lift and nails to “fall off .” Is there any truth to the tale or are the affects of hormones the stuff of urban legends?
April 1, 2008 | Article
Salons are carving out a niche by catering to expectant mothers. Moms-only menus, specialized massage, and targeted retail goodies are just the beginning. With some planning and training you can add to the joy — and relieve the discomforts — during the nine months before birth.
May 1, 2006 | Article
Your client’s body will go through lots of changes during pregnancy and so will her needs. Be prepared to accommodate and educate your client on ways you’ll tailor her salon experience during her nine months of changes.
August 1, 1999 | Article
Give a client natural-looking nails and she’ll book another appointment. Give her a melt-to-the-floor” hand or foot massage, and she’s yours forever.
August 1, 1994 | Article
Are you taking insulin or heart medication? Plus 9 other specific questions to get at the root of your client's lifting problem.
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