Now celebrating its 30th year in business, Forsythe Cosmetics Group was founded in 1979 by husband and wife team, Buddy and Harriet Rose. Combining Buddy’s talent for sales and Harriet’s creativity, Forsythe was one of the first beauty companies to recognize and address the needs of the professional nail salon. Aspiring to fill this void, the two began producing high-quality nail lacquers formulated exclusively for professional nail technicians.
Tara Andrews, nail technician. In her other life: corrections officer.
At Recess in Los Angeles, owner Nidhi Lal pays more than just lip service to the salon’s eco-conscious reputation. She’s made an offer to clients who might otherwise dispose of their half-empty polish bottles improperly: Bring them into the salon and for every 10 bottles, they will receive a free manicure. For every 15 bottles, they earn a free pedicure.
Emilia Perry, nail technician. In her other life: pro surfer.
The innovative use of fiberglass in the nail industry was launched by Backscratchers Inc. in 1984.
It's hard to believe that the practice of aromatherapy could be harmful to a pregnant client.
Leaha Franks, salon owner. In her other life: ultimate cage fighter.
Kristen Powers, nail technician. In her other life: artist.
Lady La’s Too Nail and Hair Salon in Highland, Mich., draws clients due to its unique location. Built in the LaFontaine Buick Pontiac GMC Cadillac dealership as a convenience to customers, it gets 95% of its clients from the dealership. Although only open for a few months, the salon already has repeat clients coming just for its services.
Karen Marks, nail technician. In her other life: sweater designer.
“It’s amazing how something so small can totally change your work life,” says G Elizondo, a nail tech at D’Hair To Be Different in Las Vegas, who until recently did what everybody else does: She placed a colored dot on the lids of the jars housing her colored acrylic and glitter mixes.
Posted positive reviews are great advertising.
Katrina Bell, salon owner. In her other life: real estate investor.
Cryosurgery treats foot pain by using very cold temperatures.
Samantha Rackley, nail technician. In her other life: firefighter and emergency medical technician.
Ask yourself these nine questions to determine if your salon ventilation is adequate.
Jill Wright, salon owner. In her other life: dollhouse builder.
