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• Business

How to Earn an Extra $10,000 Without Working Overtime

by Hannah Lee

Wouldn’t an extra $10,000 a year make things so much easier? In the spirit of this HOW- TO issue, I’m going to tell you a few, mostly simple, ways to pad your wallet without doing time.

• Business

On the Road at Avalon Hair & Day Spa in Norfolk, Virginia

by Hannah Lee

• Business

On the Road: Bask Day Spa & Salon (Las Vegas)

by Hannah Lee

The salon, open for only two weeks when we visited, is relaxing and calming with soft green walls, feng shui touches, and other Asian influences.

• Business

A Little Boutique Beauty, Please

by Hannah Lee

A new breed of nail salons is popping up in trendy neighborhoods across the country. Offering great services at affordable prices is the key business strategy for owners of these boutique nail salons. And consumers are undeniably drawn to these hip locations. What could be better than reasonably priced cuteness?

• Business

A Tale of Two Toms

by Hannah Lee

Entity Nail Couture is the new line of nail care products from well-known nail technicians Tom Bachik and Tom Holcomb. NAILS talks to the guys at a recent tradeshow.

• Business

Queen of the Spas

by Hannah Lee

What sets Maryland’s About Faces Day Spas & Salons apart from the rest? Well, for starters, the first location opened more than 26 years ago and is still going strong.

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Modern Nail Salon: Genie in a Bottle

by Hannah Lee

When Skyy Hadley set out to open her own nail spa, she knew she wanted to create a peaceful hideaway spot where her clients could escape to relax. Not too far from the hustle and bustle of New York City, she found that perfect spot in a residential neighborhood in Hoboken, N.J.

• Business

In a Hurry?

by Hannah Lee

While salon owner Melissa Hash originally planned to target teens, she quickly realized that there was demand for a moderately priced, fun, upbeat salon for everyone. Billing itself as an express salon and spa bar, Rush! In Gambrills, Md., is a hip full salon that appeals to the young and young at heart.

• Business

On the Road at Mimosa Salon in Hermosa Beach, Calif.

by Hannah Lee

• Nail Design

How’s My Light?

by Hannah Lee

Doing photo shoots in your salon — nail style shots, salon interior shots, or service shots — will help you develop a portfolio to show off to both clients and editors. Learn from the pros how to hire a photographer, how to prepare for a photo shoot, and what to expect at the end of the day.