Business
Retail Boutique: Mugs
Entice your clients to cozy up this winter with a unique and fabulous assortment of mugs. Hand-crafted or novelty, there is a mug for every salon-goer to brave the snow.
My Other Life: Crystal Smith, racing crew chief
A Woman With Drive: “The car is our baby,” says Crystal Smith, owner of Polished & Pampered in New Oxford, Pa., and crew chief for her husband’s race car, a 1979 Chevy Camaro.
by Judy Lessin
How to Build a Successful Nail Business After Graduating: Part Two
This week, Nail School News brings you part two of a two-part story on how to start a successful nail business from guest editor Royan Williams. Royan has been a licensed nail technology educator, nail school operator, and continuing education instructor for over 20 years. His experience as a school operator has helped him to understand the needs of nail technicians, especially those of new students breaking into the nail industry.
DIY Salon Projects: Do Try This at Home.
Why settle for the same salon decor as everyone else? These DIY projects were accomplished by salon owners just like you. Pick a design makeover at your experience level, then enjoy —and show off — your one-of-a-kind item.
What’s the Biggest Obstacle to Your Success?
While you’re looking for the perfect tech, the perfect tech is looking for the perfect salon! Know what makes your salon great so you can set yourself apart from other spas. How do you advertise? What’s your reputation in town? Do you have a niche clientele? Do you pay for and attend networking events/shows/training classes? Do you offer staff team-building opportunities — even if it’s a casual get-together one night a month? What benefits do you offer?
How to Build a Successful Nail Business After Graduating: Part One
This week, Nail School News brings you part one of a two-part story from guest editor Royan Williams on how to start a successful nail business. Roy has been a licensed nail technology educator, nail school operator, and continuing education instructor for over 20 years. His experience as a school operator has helped him understand the needs of nail technicians, especially those of new students breaking into the nail industry.
All Eyes on Shawntay Johnson
This industry veteran made the dream of creating her own polish line come true. Learn how she did it and how you can too.
Karaoke Captivates Salon Clients
Quarter Dinh’s friendly personality, singing voice, and unique business model has created quite a stir in the Detroit area where he is known as Quarter The Singing Manicurist.
Smokies Event Was Smashing Success
The sixth Nail Tech Event of the Smokies took place August 25-26 in Gatlinburg, Tenn., with 225 nail techs in attendance and 30 nail company booths.
The Cappy: Sell It at the Register
The Cappy makes a beverage can easy to open while protecting the user’s nails and allows her to close the can after opening.
Online Review Fakers Get Caught
A day spa and two med spas were among 19 companies cited by New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman for posting fake consumer reviews online — a practice called “astroturfing.”
Best Foot Forward: Pedicure Upgrade
CJ Murray has learned plenty of tricks in her 26 years as a licensed nail tech. Chief among them was her wine-and-dine promotion that successfully upgraded clients from a $25 to a $45 pedicure, while also boosting retail sales.
by Judy Lessin
NAILS' 10 Most-Viewed Questions Answered
Straight A’s for Our Top Q’s: With topics ranging from private label retail to proper mix ratios, nailsmag.com’s 10 most-viewed questions cover a lot of ground.
Retail Boutique: Travel Accessories
Complete your clients’ traveling arsenal with these handy accessories. Many of them can be branded with your salon’s logo so your clients will think of you even when they’re on the go.
On My Mind: Making a Difference — One Tech at a Time
In a special guest column, salon and school owner Tina Caton talks about training nail techs to be the best they can be.
My Other Life, Ruthy Carter, Horse Trainer
Building a Bond: “I grew up with horses. When I was young I’d ride and work with them whenever I got the chance. I’d watch them for hours, studying their body language and their interactions with each other and with me,” says nail tech and horse trainer Ruthy Carter.
by Judy Lessin
From Farm to Manicure
Is a garden the new must-have addition to a salon setup? More salons are growing their own herbs, fruits, and vegetables for use in scrubs, manicures, and pedicures.