Business

Retail Boutique: Bath Goodies

Most women juggle a lot of responsibilities, and a soak in the tub may be the only time they’ve got to unwind. These great-smelling goodies are for throwing in bath water, and whether they steep, fizzle, or melt, they’re guaranteed to make downtime more enjoyable. Stock them in the retail area for those clients who need some extra pampering.

Kiss the Fish Goodbye

Florida is the latest state to ban fish pedicures.

Silicon and the Salon: A Match Made In Heaven

From client bookings to reports on product usage, find out what's going on inside the latest silicon chips for salons.

Do You Know Your Stats?

When was the last time you took a good look at your numbers? Take this quiz designed to shed some light on the numbers that underlie your bottom line and why you should care about them.

My Other Life: Tara Andrews, corrections officer

Tara Andrews, nail technician. In her other life: corrections officer.

Take a Tip From ... NSI's Tina T. Albanese-Stauffer

NSI educator shares one of her best kept "little" money makers.

Salon Delivers De-Stress Dollars

What are some ideas I can use to create themed manicure and pedicure services?

I would like to offer themed manicures and pedicures for my clients. I want a relaxing spa atmosphere. What are some ideas I can use to create themed services?

Beauty Suggestions to Save Money

To spread the amount of time between nail salon trips, keep the nicks and chips to a minimum.

Re-register for OPI’s Salon Referral System

As of June 30, OPI is closing its salon referral system to open a new one.

The ABCs and 123s of Customer Service

Sometimes we feel so much pressure to be more and do more for clients we overlook the elementary principles of customer service. But instead of fretting about what to do next, try going back to the basics.

Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

Don’t get caught off guard by a planned or sudden staff absence. With a bit of thought and planning, extended leaves won’t negatively impact clients or salon income.

Why No Wi-Fi?

It’s easier and less costly than you think to offer clients Internet access at your salon.

On the Road: The Nail Bar, Hermosa Beach, Calif.

I knew I’d fallen hopelessly down the wondrous nail-salon-industry rabbit hole when my friend Claire’s birthday was approaching and my first suggestion was to throw her a pedicure party. Claire fell in love with the idea too, and, after confirming a date with one of my favorite salons, The Nail Bar in Hermosa Beach, Calif., the invitations quickly went out.

15 Minutes of Frame

Clients of Illusions Nail Salon in Johnson City, Tenn., get an eyeful when they walk into the salon. Owners Thomasina Alexander and Wendy Allen have decorated the space with a Nail Art Wall of Fame, a framed, regularly updated assortment of 12 of their artistic creations.

Putting on a Smile

The first kids’ spa has arrived in New York, and owner and former model Daria Einhorn is using it to teach wee ones about caring for themselves.

Take My Polish Bottles, Please

At Recess in Los Angeles, owner Nidhi Lal pays more than just lip service to the salon’s eco-conscious reputation. She’s made an offer to clients who might otherwise dispose of their half-empty polish bottles improperly: Bring them into the salon and for every 10 bottles, they will receive a free manicure. For every 15 bottles, they earn a free pedicure.