Lulu’s by Travis Parker
As we walked by an empty storefront, my flip-flopped feet wanted a rest, and the storefront was simply a tease. The cream-colored paper plastered to the window taunted me with stories of manicures and pedicures, and the logo — with its bright colors and intricate font — promised me that this would be an adorable nail spa.
Are They There Yet?
There’s no arguing that kids these days are growing up faster than they did 25 years ago. But just because they want to be older faster, does that mean you should help them? Manufacturers, experts, and techs discuss just how young is too young for various nail services and how to perform services on and attract younger clients.
Pretty in Pink [& Green]
Recently voted Best Salon Atmosphere in NAILS’ Artist & Visionaries Awards, Posh Nails Salon brings bright colors a modern design to its Oklahoma City Clients.
by Sree Roy
McCoy Founder Passes Away
McCoy was the co-inventor and manufacturer of the Feet First Buffing Pad.
Honoring Essie in its 25th Year
Today, the company offer more than 200 polish shades, and the line has expanded to include nail treatments, a spa line, and other cosmetics.
Is the professional nail industry a leader or a follower when it comes to product innovation?
We spoke to nail experts to get their perspectives on where the professional industry stands in the realm of innovation.
AQ Nail Spa in Studio City, CA
Senior editor Sree Roy gives us the scoop on this trendy salon in Studio City.
by Sree Roy
NAILS Artists & Visionaries Winners Are the Best of the Best
OPI Celebrates 25 Years of Fashion and Innovation
NAILS recently asked OP president George Schaeffer to look back on his 25 years in the nail business.
On the Road: Scandals Day Spa, St. Louis, MO
I’d seen Scandals’ entry from our 2005 Salon Menus with Style Contest, and I’d made a mental note to visit one of the next times I was staying with my family in Missouri.
NAILS' AVA Awards Honor the Best in the Industry
Members of the nail industry gathered in Las Vegas to celebrate NAILS 2006 Artists and Visionaries Awards winners.
Veterans Get a View of 2005-2006 Top 25 Competitors
Trang Nguyen, John Hauk, and Lorena Marquez — all previous number-one finishers — are just some of the recognizable names on this year’s Top 25 List.
Dashing Diva
LAS VEGAS—Jayna Rust, associate editor—With the opening of Dashing Diva’s Las Vegas location last winter, I wanted to make sure I stopped in during my recent trip to Sin City.
Behind the Scenes: This Cover Tech Has Power
There are probably only a few people in the nail industry who don’t know Vicki Peters—or at least know who she is.
The Power of Green: Salon Echo Makes Services Eco-Chic
Environmentally conscious salon owners Maria and Gary Sigman built a green salon from the ground up in an up-and-coming neighborhood in Chicago. From organically-derived products and reclaimed building materials to yoga classes and service discounts for bike riders, Salon Echo strives to be eco-friendly in every respect.
A Look at the Habits of Industry Leaders
Do you ever wonder how some of the industry’s biggest power players got their start — in life and in the beauty industry? Are you interested in how their minds work? From theme song to what car they drive, we’re letting our readers peek behind the curtain of some of the nail world’s most powerful players.
Star Nail Celebrates Its Silver Anniversary
Southern California’s Venice Beach is known for its canals, its sunny climate, and its sometimes eccentric residents. It’s also the birthplace of Star Nail International, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.