
Nail Tech Sukie Dieu Takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Nail Tech Sukie Dieu of Indianapolis takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

Nail Tech Sukie Dieu of Indianapolis takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

If you have fewer than 2,000 subscribers to your salon e-newsletter mailing list, you can send up to 12,000 e-mails per month for free using MailChimp.

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. How about hosting a fundraiser?

INM accepts the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and in return challenges Elaine Watson, Valentino Beauty Pure, and Lysa Comfort.

"Black diamond king" Azature is known for his extravagant nail polish and jewerly. In similar fashion, he brings a luxe approach to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

Salon owner Shari Finger designed a simple menu just for her older clientele.

Industry scientist Doug Schoon launched the first episode of his weekly Internet video series “Face-to-Face with Doug Schoon” in June.

“When it comes to saving energy, turning devices off when not in use is a good start, but only the beginning,” says Tamara Jercha, founder of the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas (NAEFSS).

Sally Parks, owner of Plum Natural Nail Spa (www.plumspaaustin.com) in Austin, Texas, is enjoying her 30 seconds of fame — in the form of a national TV commercial for Planter’s Peanuts that was filmed in her salon. Read more: http://www.nailsmag.com/news/108139/planters-peanuts-takes-over-nail-salon

A manicurist, educator, and holistic skin care manufacturer, Sheila Fredriksen recently launched FredieGirl, a hand and foot care brand built around the needs of clients with compromised health.

The Rendezvous Appointment Book for the iPad presents a simpler way to create and manage appointments. The app is intentionally a very uncluttered and limited featured utility. It’s sole purpose is to replace the paper appointment book for specific business segments for virtually anyone who provides services to many clients a day, including nail techs.

Nail School News recently heard about this peppy 89-year-old nail tech student who attends Sweetwater Institute of Cosmetology in Tennessee. Read on to learn about this vibrant southern senior who loves creating nail art.

A Credit to Her Profession: Nail tech Samantha Bassett also works as a debt collector for a credit union.

On July 28th, Neiru (www.neiru.me) opened an invitation of 500 signups for a free two week nail art online workshop + challenge. Here are the submissions that came in.

Denise Heavner of Jefferson, Ohio loves finding beauty in every culture the world over. This tutorial shows how to incorporate Henna into your nail art.

CaliMojos flip-flops change color in the sunlight and come in fashionable patterns and bright colors to boot.

Incoco brought its flair for print to resort season by creating looks for designer Bibhu Mohapatra.