Business
Pedi Like a Rock Star
When Shauni Kelly was creating Hot Heads Barbershop and Cool Claws Nails in Albuquerque, N.M., she wanted to take the “rock star pedicure” service to the extreme — by tying the entire pedicure room decor into the “rock star” theme.
Estelina's-Her First Job (02C)
Estelina explains her first job.
My Other Life: Debra Rowlands, family/community partnership specialist
Debra Rowlands, nail tech. In her other life: family/community partnership specialist.
by Judy Lessin
Just My Opinion: It's All in the Cards
As with all things in life, you only get one chance to make a good first impression. The same applies to your business cards.
When I first became a tech, I was shocked to learn ______________.
Surprise! It’s often said that school does little to prepare techs for the salon environment. And it’s not only the technical challenges that may come as a surprise to the newly minted nail tech.
Retail Boutique: Pet Grooming Products
From colorful bottles and brushes to sophisticated gift baskets, it’s hard to tell whether these grooming products are for your pet, or for you! Stock your salon with these novel items that are ideal for pet lovers.
How to Meet and Greet
Here are 10 simple but powerful tools to get off to a good start and build on a positive first impression.
The Pricing Problem
Part art, part science, pricing your services is one of the most important and delicate tasks you’ll undertake in the salon. And no two salon owners approach it quite the same. We asked readers: How do you decide how much to charge for a particular service?
A Stickered Mani
Glamour columnist Andre Pomerantz Lustig encourages readers to try an "artsy mani" by putting mini kids' stickers on nails.
Masterpiece Brushes
Kinetics’ Masterpiece Brushes are hand made from the highest-quality pure Kolinsky.
Why Do You Charge More? Responding to Client Questions About Discount Salons.
Train your staff — and yourself — to answer this sensitive question so you’re able to respond quickly and confidently to clients’ concerns.
Retail Boutique: Lip Balm
Many women can’t go a day without their lip balms. Small sizing, adorable designs, and affordable prices make these tubs and tubes of lip balm an easy retail item that’s perfect for a last-minute impulse buy.
It’s a [Play] Date
Less formal than a class or networking event, “practice parties” provide an opportunity for nail techs to experiment with new products and techniques, build friendships and professional bonds, and remember how much they love doing nails.
Just Right, the Second Time Around
Prompted by the desire to create her ideal salon, esthetician and nail tech Victoria Vo sold her nails-only business and opened up a full-service location just two miles away. Decorating it herself and offering the services she’s always wanted, Ku’tur Nail Lounge and Salon has ended up being just right, the second time around.
by Thi Dao
Pedicure Chairs and a Draining Economy
Find out what’s new and how it can benefit you.
by Tim Crowley
A Walk Down Blog Avenue
Blogs can be a wonderful outlet for personal creativity, as well as powerful business tools to help build a loyal clientele. Here are some things to remember if you decide to start your own blog.
by Tim Crowley
My Other Life: Kahne Witham, autopsy technician and 911 dispatcher
Kahne Witham, salon owner. In her other life: autopsy technician and 911 dispatcher.
by Judy Lessin