Thinking of jumping into retail but not sure where to start? No need to reinvent the wheel. According to NAILS’ 2014-2015 Big Book, here are the top 10 most popular retail items being sold by your fellow techs.

1. Hand lotions
2. Cuticle treatments
3. Polish
4. Nail strengtheners/nail treatments
5. Top/base coats
6. Nail files/nail buffers
7. Skin care products
8. Hair care products
9. Jewelry
10. Makeup/cosmetics

If you want to expand your offerings, check out the cool retail items that have run in NAILS’ Boutique section at www.nailsmag.com/boutique.

You can download current and past industry statistics at www.nailsmag.com/market-research.

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