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On the Road: Kleur

by Beth Livesay | July 25, 2019

Kleur got its start with lacquer nail art, so lacquer still has a presence in the salon.

The East 4th Street area of Downtown Long Beach is known as “retro row” for its vibrancy and creative spirit — the ideal place for Kleur’s nail art-focused salon.

Presto gel-polish is preferred for trendy nail designs.

The artwork of the four technicians who work at Kleur is featured prominently up front on nail tips.

In addition to nail art, the salon menu includes vegan manicures, pedicures, and add-ons such as essential oils, Epsom salt, and sugar scrubs.

Three Tech Trends to Enhance the Client Experience in 2020

by Staff

When you hear “technology,” what comes to mind? Computers? Apps? Gadgets?

Business

Celina Ryden Says Stop Nail Shaming

by Celina Ryden

People are getting more and more creative when it comes to shamin people’s nail work and it has starting to damage the industry in the way that people lose their passion or get too afraid to post their work on social media at all.

Business

Using Influencer Marketing to Bring in New Clients and Build Your Brand

by Brent Scott

If you can build a small yet dedicated following on social media, you could become a “micro influencer,” gaining exposure, growing your clientele, and building your brand.

Business

Salon Labor and Wage Laws Focus of PBA Symposium

by Anne Moratto

Beauty experts took a deep dive into compliance for owners. The event was sold-out.

Business

Get To Know: Joanne Sorbello

by Maggie Mulhern

Learn more about celebrity nail artist, editorial artist, NYFW regular and salon owner Joanne Sorbello.

Business

Crowdsourcing: What does the future of the nail industry look like to you?

by Staff

This month we asked nail techs: What does the future of the nail industry look like to you?

"Being able to laugh has helped me get through some hard times," says Thorson.

Business

Angela Thorson: Nail Tech, Salon Owner and Stand-Up Comic

by Staff

Meet nail tech an stand-up Angela Thorson. Despite meeting some challenging experiences along life’s journey, Angela continues to look on the bright side and keeps her community — and often her clients — laughing as well.

In partnership with STX

Buying Salon Software? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Staff

If you're a nail salon owner and looking for a new salon software...consider this.

Business

Get to Know Beautician List Founder Dasha Minina

by Staff

The CEO and founder of online and mobile platform Beautician List, nail tech Dasha Minina wants to raise the standard of professionalism in our industry.

Business

Use Free Facebook Marketplace Ads to Gain New Salon Clients

by Jill Wright

Why aren’t more techs taking advantage of advertising opportunities on Facebook’s Marketplace when it’s totally free?

Business

How to Open a Nail Salon for $1,000 or Less (Without Debt!)

by Jill Wright

You can begin your career as a salon owner in the black: Start saving early, do your research, hunt for bargains, and keep overhead low.

Nail Design

Nail Artist Insider: 5 Tips to Working With Celebrities

by Maggie Mulhern

Julie Kandalec is the real deal in the nail world. She has done just about everything as a celebrity manicurist including fashion week, editorial and advertising campaigns and red carpet. Here she gives her top tips on working with celebrities as well as some of her favorite (and not so favorite) moments in her 20 year journey.

Business

Increase Salon Security and Data Safety With a POS Software System

by Rachel Kossman

Salon management software keeps your client information and financial data safe and secure while reducing the risk of fraud and theft.

In partnership with Michele Pelafas

Create Your Ideal Salon Space with Guidance from a Design Pro

by Staff

As a salon owner, you know that great service isn’t the only reason why clients choose where to get their hair done. It’s the environment and ambiance of the salon from the moment they walk through the doors. How do you create that memorable experience?

In partnership with Michele Pelafas

Modern Luxury: Does Your Salon Space Have it?

by Staff

When was the last time you entered a business and felt a sense of bliss and peace the moment you walked in the door? Michele Pelafas, a leading interior designer in the spa and salon industry for more than 20 years, says the modern definition of luxury encompasses much more than furniture and finishes.