Business

On the Road: Sassi Nail Bar in Florida

The theme of the salon is modern and trendy (bold pink walls mixed with black, red, and white, accents) and carries the bar idea throughout.

The New CND

At a two-day conference held during Cosmoprof, Creative Nail Design had a coming out party to announce its new identity as CND to 400 of the company’s top global educators, distributors and other industry “influentials.”

On the Road: Kenneth Wildes Salons

A Spa To Celebrate Sisterhood

Denver’s Ya Ya Nail & Massage Spa offers a relaxed and casual atmosphere where women can catch up and talk while they enjoy exotic beauty treatments like the Choc-o-lot Razzzberry Pedicure or the Linen Herb Facial.

My Other Life: G Elizondo, bowler

G Elizondo, nail technician. In her other life: bowler.

2007 Salon of the Year: M&M Nails & Wellness Center

M&M Nails & Wellness Center wins 2007 Salon of the Year award. Owner Maisie Dunbar calls it "the pinnacle of my nail career."

The Industry’s Finest - AVA Winners

A couple of industry veterans took top honors in this year’s AVAs (Artists and Visionaries Awards) Nail Technician and Salon of the Year. With a number of new entries joining many familiar faces, NAILS Magazine congratulates MaeLing Parrish and M&M Nails and Wellness on winning this year’s coveted awards.

NAILS Awarded Top Magazine Award

NAILS Magazine was honored to win two or more Maggie statues from the Western Publications Association.

American International Industries Acquires ProLinc

Effective May 11, 2007, American International Industries will be the sole distributor of the ProLinc brand line of products.

Skoogies Salon & Spa

Sree Roy travels to Baytown, Texas, for family, and for relaxation. 

A Chocolate Escape

Since January of 2001, Hershey, Pa.’s own Spa at the Hotel Hershey has treated guests to a variety of chocolate infused-nail and spa services, while offering a peaceful escape for those who just want to get away.

My Other Life: Deborah Lippmann, jazz singer

Deborah Lippmann, nail tech and polish manufacturer. In her other life: jazz singer.

Award-Winner Paez Deemed "The Real Deal"

Finding the Middle Ground

Situated in an upscale Boston suburb, MiniLuxe Nail and Beauty Lounge bridges the gap between the small corner nail salon and the day spa, offering high-quality treatments in a clean, modern environment, while still keeping prices affordable for customers.

My Other Life: Cindy Wentzel, show dog handler

Cindy Wentzel, salon owner. In her other life: show dog owner and handler.

AACS Launches New Websites

The American Association of Cosmetology Schools has designed a website just for educators at www.beautyeducators.org.

Regis and Empire Beauty Schools Merge

Regis Schools and Empire Beauty Schools have merged to form Empire Education Group.