My Other Life: Carmen Jimenez, child protective services social worker
Carmen Jimenez, nail tech. In her other life: child protective services social worker.
Turkish Delight on the High Street
Turkish salon Misk keeps cleanliness and luxury at the top of its priority list as owner Ceren Ergun gears up to open a second location of her popular nail haven in Istanbul.
“Great Computer Giveaway” Winner Announced
Congratulations to Ambiance Salon & Spa in London, Ky., which won a brand new Hewlett Packard RP5700 POS desktop computer and 19” LCD monitor courtesy of Salon Iris Software.
Tony Cuccio on Nail Talk Radio
CEO of Cuccio Naturalé and Star Nail Tony Cuccio, along with Elaine Watson, vp of marketing and sales, sat in with Nail Talk Radio's Athena Elliott and special guest host Millie Morgan Haynam on January 30th, 2011. The discussion covered the history of the nail industry and where it is headed, as well as advice on how techs can further their skills and business to continued success.
Tweezerman Celebrates Its 30-Year Anniversary
Tweezerman commemorated its 30th anniversary with an intimate luncheon at West Hollywood’s swank Sunset Tower Hotel in November.
Carrying on a Family Tradition
“Doing nails saved me,” says Jenny Hansen, owner of Apply’ed Beautiful in Salt Lake City. And she owes that feeling of salvation to her grandmother, Jean Fitzgerald, her nail instructor.
On the Road: The Spa at West Baden
The staff of The Spa at West Baden — located in the West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick, Ind. — strives to give each guest a five-star experience. Each team member cross-trains with other therapists to ensure excellent and consistent service, says spa director Kim Allen.
Entity Beauty Adds Two New Sales Directors
Professional nail and beauty products manufacturer Entity Beauty announced the hiring of two sales directors: Ellen Ambrecht and Jamie Stiely.
Robanda Acquires Omega Labs USA
Robanda International Inc, owners of the Mr. Pumice and Tropical Shine File brands, merges with Omega Labs USA.
Not Your Normal Salon Job
In addition to salons, nail techs ply their trade in a range of locations — from military bases to senior homes — targeting different clientele across the world and bringing nail services to new markets.
by Tim Crowley
On My Mind: Welcome to the Brand-New NailsMag.com
Editor Hannah Lee discusses the magazine's new website.
by Hannah Lee
On the Road: Nails Icon, Montclair, Calif.
A one-stop shop, Nails Icon in Montclair, Calif., boasts a bustling retail area, clean, affordable services, and isn’t afraid to stay open ’til 1 a.m. for mani-pedi parties. The owner credits the salon’s customer service as key to surviving the recession.
by Sree Roy
Art Aesthetic Meets Vintage Flair in Rockford
Salon owner Heather Hall-Williams’ focus on art scene-appeal, education, and top-notch standards keeps Scratch Pedicure Parlour a cut above the rest.
Using Her Skills to Bring Smiles to Others
Lucia Etchamendy, owner of Lucia’s Hair and Nail Salon in Hesperia, Calif., donates her services doing face painting, a skill she developed when she started painting her children’s faces almost 18 years ago.
On the Road: Platinum Nails, Monroe Township, N.J.
Nail tech Simmy Bredal-Bell visits Platinum Nails in Monroe Township, N.J.
Gel Essentialz in Michael K. Galvin Salon
A mentor and mentee discuss the evolution of their salons, which are in adjacent towns.
Harmony Nail Studio
A mentor and mentee discuss the evolution of their salons, which are in adjacent towns.