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Mobile nail tech Sherry Baro wasn’t sure how the economy would affect her target market — seniors and adults with disabilities. So two years ago she instituted several measures to keep supply costs low.
Kyle Simonson, founder and CEO of Minneapolis-based Simonson’s Salon and Spas, found a down economy was no obstacle to the continued growth of her four-location enterprise. Simonson’s Salon and Spa is one of three small businesses that have come together to build a new retail development in Maple Grove, Minn., as a result of a federal stimulus bill which enables the U.S. Small Business Administration to reduce or eliminate fees on 504 loans.
Keeping salon air breathable is not all about your ventilation equipment; some of it comes down to your work habits. Once your ventilation system is in place, the Nail Manufacturers Council (NMC) advises taking these easy steps to further minimize your exposure to potentially irritating or harmful substances.
Create a 30 second elevator speech and use it.
Kathleen M.M. Ringwood-Wood, nail technician. In her other life: artist in residence.
Cuccio Naturalé is celebrating 10 years of being in business. “The last 10 years have been amazing,” says Tony Cuccio, CEO and president of Cuccio Naturalé. “I really have seen the line grow and develop into a mature spa brand. We started with a few niche products in the beginning and now we have a line of full-scale service spa products.”
A family-owned company, Olan Laboratories has made its mission to provide the best quality beauty products and service to its customers.
Misha Parks, salon owner. In her other life: pole dancer.
The Brookhaven location of Atlanta’s Natural Body Spa & Shop chain has just been awarded Platinum certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) program.
Lacie Sharp, nail technician. In her other life: drag racer.
Dermatologists are successfully using sclerotherapy — a longstanding treatment for spider veins — to improve the appearance of aging hands. Understanding what’s available to your clients can make you a valuable resource.
Rhonda Harris, nail technician. In her other life: accountant.
While there were more than 70,000 attendees at the America’s Beauty Show in Chicago March 28-30, the event was still able to make a positive environmental impact.
Fill empty slots in your next day's schedule by using broadcast e-mail or a telephone call-in line.
Gloria Clarke, salon owner. In her other life: novelist.
A woman was seriously injured when a bowl of acetone ignited.
Elisabeth Weber, nail technician. In her other life: social worker.
