“I want clients to feel like they’re hanging out at a friend’s apartment, not at a typical nail salon,” says Molly Reckman, owner of Spruce Natural Nail Shop in Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood.
You clients should be washing their hands before each service. But are they? If you’re tired of nagging, try hanging one of these cute signs from Etsy in the restroom to deliver the message to wash up.
“I wanted to create a fun, vibrant space reminiscent of a party atmosphere where patrons could enjoy music, a subtitled flick, and have conversations with their nail tech and each other," says Diane Meza, owner of Varnish Lab in Los Angeles.
The rotating polish and tool organizer features 30 individual nail polish compartments, drawers for artificial nails and tools, and even a pull-out cuticle-soaking tray.
The brand new Cürbar opened March 31 in the Del Sur Town Center in San Diego. The Town Center promises an oasis of entertainment and shopping for local families, which is why Cürbar is an exceptionally family-friendly salon.
Bulky pedicure stations can often take up crucial square footage, especially for the mobile manicurist or small salon. Fortunately, these nail techs and manufacturers have found clever ways to cut down on wasted space. From custom-built pedicure thrones to stackable bowls that neatly tuck out of sight, there’s a space-conscious option for everyone.