Inventor of Nail Art Tool Seeks Backers
Nail artist Heidy Artistizabal is looking for funding for her invention: a nail art palette on a ring.
by Judy Lessin
Judy Lessin
Features Editor
Show and Tell With a Salon Design Pro
Interior designer Michele Pelafas has dedicated her professional life to creating sophisticated salon and spa decor that is both fashion-forward and timeless. We asked her to share her advice, her most inspirational designs, and a little about what makes her tick.
by Judy Lessin
A Business Merger Led by the Heart
Transparency and open communication were the key ingredients when a large Fort Myers, Fla., day spa acquired a smaller salon just three miles away, retaining its staff and much of the clientele.
by Judy Lessin
My Other Life: Heidi Bargmann, Rock Band Assistant
She’s With the Band: Nail tech Heidi Bargmann, owner of Perfectly Polished in Minneapolis, Minn., happily spends much of her free time assisting a local band called GB Leighton.
by Judy Lessin
China Glaze Adds Some Glam at Beautycon X Harajuku Lovers High Tea
China Glaze provided polish and pampering at the Beautycon x Harajuku Lovers High Tea earlier this month.
by Judy Lessin
Sidewalk Selling
The Painted Lady keeps a chalkboard sign out in front to capture the attention of passersby and changes the messages weekly.
by Judy Lessin
Buffer Zone Nails Fills Unique Niche
U.K.-based nail tech Leanne Scott specializes in nail tips for the transgender/cross-dressing community.
by Judy Lessin
Colombian Nail Artist Shares Her Love of Color
Bogota, Colombia-based nail tech Heidy Aristizabal majored in art and painting in school, but her passion for color soon led her to fall in love with nail art — something that has been happening on a larger scale throughout the country.
by Judy Lessin
Know Your Spa Treatments: Dry Salt Therapy
Dry salt therapy is an all-natural treatment aimed at alleviating symptoms of many respiratory and skin conditions.
by Judy Lessin
How to Grow a Beauty Business
NAILS asked Rosie Herman, the founder of One Minute Manicure, to give us a glimpse into the nitty-gritty details of growing a beauty business from scratch.
by Judy Lessin
Win the Trip of a Lifetime From The Nail Superstore
You might win the trip of a lifetime when you purchase Artisan GelEfex Advanced Formula Gel Polish from The Nail Superstore.
by Judy Lessin
I Bought a Spa!
Since buying the former Spa Gregorie’s in September 2014, owner Emma Hughes has put in place numerous green initiatives to transform the entire spa — from organic and all-natural product lines and services to the use of eco-friendly flooring and paint.
by Judy Lessin
How to Attract Wedding Belles
“The wedding industry is a green business, meaning it’s rarely hit by economic downturns,” says Erica Carr, a San Francisco- and Maui-based makeup and hair artist who has created bridal looks for more than 1,000 weddings.
by Judy Lessin
Salon-Owning Sisters Make Perfect Partners
Jennifer and JoAnna Sciarrino are living proof of the old adage “two heads are better than one.”
by Judy Lessin
My Other Life: Torie Bastian, Hooping Enthusiast
Hooping It Up: Nail tech Torie Bastian credits hooping, one of the flow arts, with an increase in confidence and better posture and overall health.
by Judy Lessin
Tech Tuesday: Mani-Pedi Academy
Mani-Pedi Academy offers online education for nail salon professionals, including techs, owners, booth renters, and staff.
by Judy Lessin
CND Hosts “I Heart CND” Event in Los Angeles
CND hosted its fifth “I Heart CND” event for local nail professionals at MK Beauty Club in Los Angeles on May 3.
by Judy Lessin