Pedicure Chairs and a Draining Economy
Find out what’s new and how it can benefit you.
by Tim Crowley
Vivian Gilbert Mani Pedi Plus
Near the University of Oklahoma, tucked away among the bars and restaurants in an area known as Campus Corner, is Vivian Gilbert Mani Pedi Plus.
Home Salons: Tee’s Nail NV
In honor of the reader-written issue, NAILS asked several nail techs to give us tours of their home salons. Teresa Shackleton gives us a tour of Tee's Nail NV in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.
Home Salons: All Polished Up!
In honor of the reader-written issue, NAILS asked several nail techs to give us tours of their home salons. Marie Davis takes us to All Polished Up! in Dallas, Ore.
Pedicure Poise
Pedicures can be quite tough on a nail tech’s body. Holding legs while clipping toenails, massaging calves and ankles, and scrubbing down thick callus can all quickly lead to sore backs and arms — and cranky dispositions. Here’s what some techs have done to keep their poise during strenuous pedicures.
Tearing Down Business Barriers
Complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act needn’t break the bank and may be as simple as doing what you are already good at. Take five parts hospitality, one part research, two parts active listening, and add a dash of compassion to create a salon that’s accessible to all.
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
Do Retail Right
Because profit margins on retail goods are many times those of service dollars, retail is vital to the health of your business. Learn eight tricks for implementing a successful merchandising strategy — from product placement to lighting.
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
"I Would Have Done It Differently"
Current and former salon owners share their personal insights on the things they would go back and change, if only they could.
by Sree Roy
Slimline Manicure Lamp
Daylight introduces its Slimline Manicure Lamp, created specifically with the nail tech in mind.
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
Indulgence Chair
Belava’s new Indulgence Chair is a simple yet effective accessory to the Belava Pedicure Tub.
On the Road: Talons Nail Evolution
Managing editor Sree Roy visits Talons Nail Evolution in Victoria, B.C., Canada.
by Sree Roy
State of the Art
Upscale art galleries typically showcase work in a variety of mediums — there’s clay, charcoal, and, of course, various kinds of paint. But one European artist is making a name for herself using a medium that’s near-and-dear to all of our hearts: nail polish.
Manicures, Pedicures, and Beyond
European Touch, best known for its pedicure spas, now offers a line of sophisticated salon furnishings and useful appliances.
Nail Station Display
Kinetics’ Nail Station Display is the perfect polish organizer and fashion item for your desk.