Trending in Spa, Wellness, and Skincare

The US is not just the largest wellness economy, it’s one of the fastest-growing ones. American consumers are spending more than $6,000 per person annually on wellness. Here are some trends we're paying attention to right now.

New Look, New Educators at Beautiful Nails

Kupa Inc. is celebrating the new products in its Beautiful Nails brand with a few fun changes.

40 Years Ago, Bringing Beauty to China Was a Revolutionary Act

"The political climate led to suspicion of our true motives; could we really be spies?"

Salon and the City

Paint Nail Boutique in Chicago enjoys the best of two worlds: The feeling is equal parts old-fashioned suburb and hip, trendy city.

Going with the Flow: How to Integrate Feng Shui into the Salon

Many people believe feng shui, when used properly, can give your salon business an enormous boost. Our expert tells you how to apply these ancient principles to your salon’s layout and decor to increase harmony, good luck, and prosperity.

Ann Spilo Leaves Mark on Beauty Industry

Traveling the world with her husband searching out new products and initiating long-lasting customer and vendor relationships was Ann Spilo’s forté.

Change Is in the Air

Here in North Carolina, Spring is in the air. Everything is blooming, beautiful, and changing. It is definitely a symbol of what's happening here at the salon. Change is in the air. 

Editor's note: The Only Thing Constant Is Change

I felt I should start my first editor’s note with some inspiring and encouraging words on change. Like change is good – it invigorates, it excites, it helps move us forward, keeps us on our toes. Change requires courage and an open mind. But let’s face it, change is also painful, uncomfortable, and anxiety-producing.

My Other Life: Shirlee Ann Kerr, Writer/Columnist

The Calling: Glendora, Calif.-based celebrity manicurist Shirlee Ann Kerr is a poet, lyricist, creative writer, and beauty and fashion columnist.