A Spa With Aloha Spirit
Surrounded by surf, and Oahu’s Afterglo Nail & Facial Spa envelops regulars in a sensory oasis of beauty that captures the essence of sunset in a most beautiful way.
My Other Life: Yasue Nakao, artist
Whether she’s creating nail art for salon clients or murals for homeowners, her incredible eye for detail ensures remarkable work.
Ann Spilo Leaves Mark on Beauty Industry
Traveling the world with her husband searching out new products and initiating long-lasting customer and vendor relationships was Ann Spilo’s forté.
Behind the Scenes: Naoko Takano
Naoko, who has been doing nails for eight years, learned how to run a nail business during her three years as a manager at a Tokyo nail salon.
A Day in the Life of Webmaster Debbie Doerrlamm
By my count, this month’s column is the 40th I have written for NAILS. To mark the occasion, NAILS publisher Cyndy Drummey suggested it might be fun to let readers peek over my shoulder for a day.
It's a Glamorous Life
At Glam! Nails and More in Elmhurst, Ill., the philosophy is “The more glitz, the better.” From vintage furniture to wallpaper featuring Brigitte Bardot, this newly opened salon pays homage to old-school Hollywood.
Don’t Settle for First Place in a Second-Class Field
Some nail techs are reluctant, apparently, to compete at all because they feel they have no chance if the top competitors are participating.
Perfect Timing
After 16 years in the nail business, Anna Maria Paty finally set up her own shop. The opening of The Perfect 10 Spa in Indiana Harbour Beach, Fla., was the result of perfect timing.
Kupa Is Environmentally Correct
Instead of producing waste, Kupa is now a recycler.
The Women Behind the Man at Star Nail Products
While Star Nail president is out in the field, several key women on his staff help the company grow one of the largest nail manufacturers in the world. Here's a little behind the scenes look at them.
On the Road in Paris
Old School, Take 2: A Look Back at the Origins of Top Manufacturers
Last month we talked to three manufacturers who have been around for the last two decades. This month, three more manufacturers give us their take on how the industry has change and where it is headed.
by Hannah Lee
The Nail Lady Is In
After a stint managing a salon in Boston, Sallyanne Austine decided to return to her native Nantucket, Mass., to open her own salon, where she’s now known as The Nail Lady.
Old School - A Look at the Pioneering Companies of the Nail Business
NAILS wouldn’t be celebrating its 20th anniversary if it weren’t for the support of many manufacturers in our industry. To help us celebrate this landmark, we talked to the top brass at several companies that have been around from our very beginning.
by Hannah Lee
Two Is Better Than One
The owner of Mani Pedi Beach House wasn’t worried when the Bungalow opened across the street – because she owns it too.
by Hannah Lee
20 Years and Counting...
Business is up. Business is down. The nail industry has had its share of stories over the last 20 years. Who better to tell them than a few veterans?
Beauty Irish Style
This Irish salon is a thriving and state of the art.