Business
Crowdsourcing: Specialties vs. a Wide-Ranging Menu
This month we asked nail techs: Is it best to offer a wide-ranging salon menu or to hone in on a specialty or two?
An iPhone App for Manicure Lovers
For your clients who are nail nuts, Mani Diaries is a free iPhone application that allows them to track, manage, and share pictures and details about their manicures and pedicures.
The New Facebook Hashtag
This useful new marketing tool may leave you looking at the popular social networking site in a whole new way.
by Tracy Rubert
Accessories to Match
Go to the website of London-based nail artist and blogger Sam Fulton and you’ll find plenty of gorgeous pre-painted nail sets in her online store — many of them with matching nail polish jewelry.
by Judy Lessin
Educating the Next Generation
Veteran nail tech and salon owner Maisie Dunbar wears many hats. The owner of Maisie Dunbar Spa Lounge in Silver Spring, Md., Dunbar recently accepted an additional role: an advisory board committee member for Montgomery County Public Schools’ cosmetology and nail tech programs.
Averting Data Disaster
Since disasters can strike at any time, Dixon recommends getting in the habit of backing up on-site, in the cloud, and on personal disk drives to prevent long down-times in case of fire, water, or smoke damage.
The Theme’s the Thing: Old Paris
Carrosse de Beauté, a new nail and makeup studio in Xanthi, Greece, appeals to the princess in every woman.
by Judy Lessin
Cuccio Motivates Canadian Audience
Cuccio Naturalé and Star Nail International CEO Tony Cuccio was in Quebec City in November to help celebrate Summum Beaute’s 25th anniversary.
SalonBooker’s “Promote” Automates Customer Loyalty
SalonBooker, a provider of web-based salon management software, recently launched Promote. With Promote, salons automatically book more appointments from existing clients by offering them smart discounts based on the customer’s last visit.
TVs for Free
Gloss Media provides free flat-screen televisions as well as free programming to entertain your clients while they are getting services.
On My Mind: Don't Sell Yourself Short
Editor Hannah Lee challenges you to look at your nail art pricing structure to determine whether you're selling yourself short.
by Hannah Lee
On The Road: Sugarcoat Nails
Located just a few blocks from the capitol building in Austin, Texas, this chic nail salon specializes in manicures and pedicures with a dash of nail art thrown in.
by Hannah Lee
Pro-Cure
The newest cordless LED lamp form Gel II, Pro-Cure, gives professionals convenience with a rechargeable battery, an automatic digital timer with motion sensor, and a safety auto-off feature.
iNailTech
iNailTech is a mobile salon system for a nail tech’s phone compatible with the Nails 123 and iNailPOS Systems.
Salon Iris Partners with TheSalonGuy
Salon Iris, a salon software manufacturer, has teamed up with Stephan Marinaro, TheSalonGuy, as part of its ongoing effort to provide Salon Iris users with advice and insights from industry leaders.
What’s Your Salon Decor Style?
Whether you’re just starting out, planning for the future, or redecorating your space, narrowing your style focus will help you develop personal and cohesive salon decor.
Whistle While You Work
Here’s a compilation of physical and mental activities — everything from stretching to rewiring — that can change your outlook and help you see that morning or midday cup of coffee as half full.