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Financial Terms to Know: REIT
What is a REIT, and what are the advantages of investing in one? Financial educator Anna Manukyan breaks it down for us.
by Staff
Standing Stretches for Physical Longevity
Hairdressing is a physically taxing career integrating simple stretches into your daily routine can reduce the strain repetitive motion puts on your body, help you stay flexible and strong and eventually prolong your career.
by Mary Wilson, Wilson Collective
Summer Celebrations: Expert Tips for Enjoying the Festivities Sober
As July 4th approaches, an addiction recovery expert gives seven tips to avoid a relapse and stay sober during this period where temptation presents itself at social events.
by Staff
5 Steps To Transition From Beauty Professional To Successful Salon Owner
Salon Suite expert and consultant Karen Kaminski shares her experience and understanding of the Salon Suite market.
by Karen Kaminski, Founder Of Allure Salon Suite Consulting & Allure Salon Group
Taraji P. Henson’s Blinged-Out BET Awards Nail Looks
Apres Nail walks us through how to achieve Taraji P. Henson's blingy Gel-X nails for the BET Awards, designed by celebrity manicurist Temeka Jackson.
by Staff
Revealing Our 2024 SALONS OF THE YEAR Finalists!
We give you a sneak peek into the diversity of styles among our interior design contest honorees.
by Stacey Soble
Sounds of Summer: A Sunny Playlist for Your Salon
A new study reveals the top songs and artists that people listen to when traveling on summer vacation, creating a breezy playlist for your salon.
by Stacey Soble
15 Sets of 2024's Prettiest Pride Nails
Happy Pride Month! Here are some of our favorite festive nail looks of 2024 so far in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.
You'll Never Need Another Gel Base & Top Coat After Switching to This
Americanails' Original Base and Top Coat Gels are universal, reliable, affordable, and all you'll ever need to ensure a long-lasting gel manicure.
by Staff
Cynthia Erivo's 3D Blooming Mani at the 2024 Tony Awards
Get the look: Cynthia Erivo's 3D Blooming Mani at the 2024 Tony Awards featured 3D elements and crystals completed with OPI.
by Staff
Can I Dip into My Retirement Savings?
Is it ever a good idea to borrow from your retirement savings early? Anna Manukyan explains when it may or may not be helpful to consider it.
by Staff
Boost Productivity and Balance: Start with the Big Tasks First
When we asked Elizabeth Faye how she creates some balance among the many competing needs of our lives—family, work, clients, marketing, social media—she gave us a great visual to hold onto.
by Staff
Is it Time for a Break?
As the weather warms up, many Americans are planning their summer getaways, but sadly fewer Americans are taking full advantage of their vacation time. Our Wellness Blogger Mary Wilson outlines why it's important to give yourself a vacation.
by Mary Wilson
4 Fresh Management Ideas from the SALON TODAY 200
Each year, our SALON TODAY 200 applications yield a wealth of innovative, fresh management advice, and this year we selected four honorees to delve into the details of their best practices during a complimentary webinar sponsored by American Express.
by Stacey Soble
5 Things to Consider Before Launching a Beauty Business
When a service provider ventures into salon or spa ownership, it's an exciting time, but also a big development step. Coach and Salon Owner Amy Carter walks you through things you should consider before ownership.
by Amy Carter, Empowering You Consulting
Unleash Creativity: The Art of Being Wrong
For your creativity to flow, lose the fear of being wrong. Nobody but you is keeping score, anyway.