And the Hoodie Goes to...
The third time was the charm for A Finer Touch Nail Spa in Grandview, Mo. After being nominated for the past three years as best nail salon by “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” A Finer Touch finally brought home this national award.
On the Road: Bijou, Gem of a Little Salon
Contributing writer Michelle Pratt visits Bijou in Skaneateles, N.Y.
A Sanctuary for One
Cindi Rice’s philosophy of one-on-one attention at The Nail Sanctuary has ensured that the owner-designed-and-operated salon’s appointment book is filled up to a year in advance.
by Thi Dao
Her Art Is Part of History
A combination of artistic talent and civic pride gave Kathleen M.M. Ringwood-Wood the opportunity of a lifetime. “I was chosen as the artist in residence to represent my city, the beautiful City of Poughkeepsie, for the opening of the Walkway Over The Hudson, a historic railroad bridge, built in 1888, that was turned into the world’s highest and longest pedestrian walkway,” says Ringwood-Wood, owner of My Nails Rock! in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
On the Road: Saffore's, Hollywood, Calif.
Check out a salon that specifically caters to men, including an NBA star or two.
by Tim Crowley
My Other Life: Kathleen M.M. Ringwood-Wood, artist in residence
Kathleen M.M. Ringwood-Wood, nail technician. In her other life: artist in residence.
by Judy Lessin
Cuccio Naturalé Turns 10
Cuccio Naturalé is celebrating 10 years of being in business. “The last 10 years have been amazing,” says Tony Cuccio, CEO and president of Cuccio Naturalé. “I really have seen the line grow and develop into a mature spa brand. We started with a few niche products in the beginning and now we have a line of full-scale service spa products.”
by Judy Lessin
Pink and White and French All Over
The Paris-inspired salon The Pampered Girl is co-owned by friends and former coworkers Christina Yang and Alexandra Armstead. In divvying up the responsibilities and bringing new ideas to the table, they’re finding that two heads are better than one.
by Thi Dao
Olan Celebrates Its 30 Year Anniversary
A family-owned company, Olan Laboratories has made its mission to provide the best quality beauty products and service to its customers.
by Judy Lessin
PBA and NCA Agree to Proposed Merger
In August 2009, the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) and the National Cosmetology Association (NCA) announced the two organizations signed an agreement to effect a proposed merger.
My Other Life: Misha Parks, pole dancer
Misha Parks, salon owner. In her other life: pole dancer.
by Judy Lessin
Mixing Business With Pleasure
In designing the spa and lounge, Dunlap went for chic simplicity and clean lines. She wanted a place where girlfriends could congregate.
by Thi Dao
Atlanta Spa and Nail Bar Go Platinum
The Brookhaven location of Atlanta’s Natural Body Spa & Shop chain has just been awarded Platinum certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) program.
by Judy Lessin
On the Road: Polished Nail Bar, Charlotte, N.C.
About a year ago I was visiting my mom in North Carolina. She wanted to get a pedicure so I grabbed a copy of the local monthly Skirt. There was an ad for Polished Nail Bar. We went in for services, but I didn’t call ahead and tell them I was coming. (Meaning, I was incognito — not Hannah the editor of NAILS, just Hannah the girl who was taking her mom to get a pedicure.) After our services, I introduced myself to the owner and promised to come back on an “official” visit next time.
by Hannah Lee
My Other Life: Lacie Sharp, drag racer
Lacie Sharp, nail technician. In her other life: drag racer.
by Judy Lessin
CNN Lauds Manicurist as Hero
Congratulations to Washington D.C.-based manicurist Lidia Schaefer, who was honored as a “CNN Hero” in June after she sold her home and her car in order to raise money to build a new school in her native village in Ethiopia.
On the Road: Talons Nail Evolution
Managing editor Sree Roy visits Talons Nail Evolution in Victoria, B.C., Canada.
by Sree Roy