February 28, 2011
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Turkish salon Misk keeps cleanliness and luxury at the top of its priority list as owner Ceren Ergun gears up to open a second location of her popular nail haven in Istanbul.
Keywords: autoclaves customer service international nails-only salons salon decor/design
February 15, 2011
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The staff of The Spa at West Baden — located in the West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick, Ind. — strives to give each guest a five-star experience. Each team member cross-trains with other therapists to ensure excellent and consistent service, says spa director Kim Allen.
Keywords: On the Road salon decor/design salon profiles
January 18, 2011
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In addition to salons, nail techs ply their trade in a range of locations — from military bases to senior homes — targeting different clientele across the world and bringing nail services to new markets.
Keywords: alternative careers elderly clients international military nail techs salon profiles
January 13, 2011
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Salon owner Heather Hall-Williams’ focus on art scene-appeal, education, and top-notch standards keeps Scratch Pedicure Parlour a cut above the rest.
Keywords: nails-only salons pedicures salon profiles
January 13, 2011
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A one-stop shop, Nails Icon in Montclair, Calif., boasts a bustling retail area, clean, affordable services, and isn’t afraid to stay open ’til 1 a.m. for mani-pedi parties. The owner credits the salon’s customer service as key to surviving the recession.
Keywords: nails-only salons On the Road pedicure areas retail boutique items salon profiles
January 5, 2011
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A boutique nail salon is generally a small business offering specialized services and products; a mid-level salon that fits between a discount salon and a spa and incorporates elements from both; lower prices with a higher-end environment.
Keywords: boutique nail salon salon profiles
January 1, 2011
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A mentor and mentee discuss the evolution of their salons, which are in adjacent towns.
Keywords: nails-only salons salon profiles
January 1, 2011
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A mentor and mentee discuss the evolution of their salons, which are in adjacent towns.
Keywords: nails-only salons salon profiles
January 1, 2011
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Nail tech Simmy Bredal-Bell visits Platinum Nails in Monroe Township, N.J.
Keywords: On the Road salon profiles
December 1, 2010
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For techs who live and work in populations under 55,000, the challenges of finding and retaining a full clientele can be balanced by the personal relatinoships formed and small-town kindness shown by area residents.
Keywords: salon profiles
December 1, 2010
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Coupling the luxury of upscale services with the expertise of a podiatrist's care has proven to be a winning forumal for Columbus, Ga.-based salon owners Dr. Alap Shah and his wife Pinki Shah.
Keywords: nails-only salons salon profiles
November 17, 2010
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The success of Barbados-based Summa Nails is evidence of owner Christine Hinds’ many years of experience as a nail tech and constant dedication to education.
Keywords: boutique nail salon continuing education international salon profiles
October 1, 2010
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By combining the efficiency of Vietnamese craftsmanship with the American expectation of a luxurious experience, owner Samantha Hanby finds a way to offer customers the best of both worlds.
Keywords: nails-only salons salon decor/design salon profiles
October 1, 2010
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“It’s all about you at Head to Toe Salon & Day Spa. May I have your first name?” Wow. I was taken off guard by such a pleasant phone greeting. All about me, I thought. Who doesn’t want that?
Keywords: full-service salons On the Road salon profiles
September 1, 2010
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The noteworthy salons and spas in Southcentral Alaska are proof that top-notch services aren't always hard to find.
Keywords: manicure stations/tables On the Road pedicure areas salon profiles
