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Video Tutorial: Safe, Effective Cuticle Work

by Holly Schippers | September 20, 2017

In class this week, I happened to film a short video showing the difference between living tissue on the nail and cuticle, which is non-living tissue. That video sparked requests for another video showing how to do cuticle work while leaving the living tissue intact.

Here's a video to demonstrate that!

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Show Clients Proof of Sanitation

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Show Clients Proof of Sanitation

by Holly Schippers

Hopefully one thing this pandemic will do for our industry is make clients more aware of the differences between salons, and a piece of paper that says we happen to be licensed will no longer be sufficient proof of equal or clean service. How about showing clients that you opted to take a class on sanitation and disinfection while you were closed?

Up Your Disinfectant Game and Tell Your Clients

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Up Your Disinfectant Game and Tell Your Clients

by Holly Schippers

Something we can do to put our clients at ease when they return to the salon is take the time to reinforce what we have always done behind the scenes every day to take care of them.

How to Remove CND Shellac From Natural Nails

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How to Remove CND Shellac From Natural Nails

by Holly Schippers

Holly shares two videos for you or your clients to help them remove their nails safely at home while your salon is closed.

Video Tutorial: Galaxy Nail Using Black Out Cats Eye Gel-Polish

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Video Tutorial: Galaxy Nail Using Black Out Cats Eye Gel-Polish

by Holly Schippers

Here is a simple galaxy nail using Black Out Cats Eye gel-polish and stamping.

My Tutorials Are Back With an Introductory Black Out Cats Eye Video

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My Tutorials Are Back With an Introductory Black Out Cats Eye Video

by Holly Schippers

Watch my video on Black Out Cats Eye gel-polish to see it in action.

The Salon Floor Should Be a Grumble-Free Zone

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The Salon Floor Should Be a Grumble-Free Zone

by Holly Schippers

If you’re happy and you know it, let it show

Giving New Meaning to a Green Thumb

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Giving New Meaning to a Green Thumb

by Holly Schippers

These photos of nails with real succulents attached made me smile.

The Details Count When Cleaning Your Tools

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The Details Count When Cleaning Your Tools

by Holly Schippers

It’s vital that you actually read your disinfectant’s instructions and clean your tools accordingly.

Quit Comparing Yourself to Others

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Quit Comparing Yourself to Others

by Holly Schippers

Your clients are the judges of your work and if they love your art, stop beating yourself up about not being as good as “so and so.”

Holly and Elizabeth, owner and creator of The Nail Hub

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Becoming a Successful Nail Tech: Step Four Is Business Savvy

by Holly Schippers

Doing amazing nails is not the only requirement for staying afloat, some business skills are essential as well.

Tradeshows are one way to get current information from many different brands at once.

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Gaining New Knowledge Alongside the Old

by Holly Schippers

Are you content to be doing the same thing that your predecessors were doing for the same price? Would you rather improve your skill and your income?

Clients celebrated a new nail table with me after 10 years in business.

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Becoming a Successful Nail Tech: Step Three Is Creating a Positive Client Experience

by Holly Schippers

Focus more on your client’s experience in the chair and less on the fluff.

Justin and Nikki

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Guest Post: Two Perspectives on the Nail Those Profits Cruise

by Holly Schippers

In this guest blog, Nikki and her husband Justin talk about their experiences on the Nail Those Profits Cruise.

Becoming a Successful Nail Tech: Step Two Is Universal Sanitation

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Becoming a Successful Nail Tech: Step Two Is Universal Sanitation

by Holly Schippers

It important to make sure your space stands out for its cleanliness and organization.

Take Care of Your Health During the Holidays

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Take Care of Your Health During the Holidays

by Holly Schippers

It’s that time of year again: The holiday rush is upon us and hopefully your book is full and your days are busy. With that in mind, please take care of yourself!

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