My Other Life: Anna Mayrhofer, burlesque performer
Burlesque is a performance. It’s empowerment, it’s self-awareness, it’s comfort in sexuality. It’s the art of classic striptease — with emphasis on the tease. So says burlesque performer Ruby Kitten, also known as Anna Mayrhofer, owner of Exalted Nail and Body in Errington on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
by Judy Lessin
A Social Experience in a Salon that Pops with Color
Sisters and owners of Colour Nail Bar in the greater Houston area, Rhonda Townsend and Roslyn Bazile are seeing an increase in clients who love their salon’s bright atmosphere.
Cosmoprof North America 2012 Show Snapshots
Cosmoprof North America’s 10 year anniversary in Las Vegas showed just how resilient the beauty industry can be.
John Heffner Joins OPI as President & GM
OPI Products has announced that John Heffner will be the brand's new president and general manager, joining George Schaeffer and Suzi Weiss-Fischmann.
New Look, New Educators at Beautiful Nails
Kupa Inc. is celebrating the new products in its Beautiful Nails brand with a few fun changes.
by Sree Roy
John Hauk Surprises A Fan
Veteran tech John Hauk drops in on student blogger Starr Rooks after hearing that meeting him was one of her professional goals.
Empire’s Future Professionals Focus on Success
Designed to jump-start beauty professionals’ careers with an infusion of energy, education, and enthusiasm, Empire Education Group’s Future Professionals Expo — which took place in Hershey, Pa., in May — is the largest trade show, expo, and competition event of its kind in the country
A.I.I. Puts its Best Foot Forward
In May, a team of American International Industries (A.I.I.) employees, friends, and family members joined over 30,000 participants for the EIF Revlon Run/Walk For Women.
A Stand Out Salon
In ritzy Beverly Hills, it takes a lot for a salon to stand out above the competition. That’s why Chi Nail Bar & Organic Spa is so proud of its nomination for a Business Excellence Award in the category of most innovative practices by the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce.
Premiere Orlando 2012 Show Snapshots
More than 50,000 attendees cruised the aisles at this year’s Premiere Orlando. They came to shop, to learn, to compete, to network, and to have some fun!
On the Road: Artistry of the Nail at Salon Shibumi
Booth renters work together in harmony in this successful salon in the uniquely green city of Portland, Ore.
by Sree Roy
Nail and Wellness Salon Re-Opens With Updated Service Offerings
After overcoming recent economic challenges, Unity Nails and Skin Care moved into a bigger and better space with an improved menu this April. Salon owner Jeany Perez scheduled a grand reopening to celebrate its success.
My Other Life: Donna Trull, Glass Bead Artist
“I first became familiar with the ancient art of making beads from glass — called lampworking — after taking a jewelry class at my local craft store,” says Donna Trull, a nail tech at Studio 413 Salon and Spa in Albany, Ga.
by Judy Lessin
How I Became a Nail Tech
Whether told as a childhood dream that grew into a reality or as a serendipitous career move, the story of how someone got into doing nails is always interesting to hear. Stories like these remind us of the opportunity available with a little luck and a lot of hard work.
Beauty College Beats Its Own Guinness World Record for Manicures
London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) raised approximately £1,000 at its Guinness World Records attempt in May benefitting two charities: Rays of Sunshine and The Eve Appeal.
Logan Honored at Essence “Best in Black Beauty Awards”
Celebrity manicurist Lisa Logan was honored at Essence Magazine’s first annual “Best in Black Beauty Awards” in May.
It’s So Easy Expands Website
Created for nail lovers everywhere, the new It’s So Easy website features a nail art community.