Business
Star Welcomes Minh Truong
Recognizing the important and significant role of Vietnamese men and women in the nail industry today, Star Nail has hired Minh Truong as its new managing director of marketing services.
Cranberry Scentsations Wash
Recharge and rehydrate with the enticing scent of cranberries in CND’s new Cranberry Scentsations Wash.
Cuccio Lytes
Cuccio Naturalé’s Cuccio Lytes are thinner viscosity versions of Cuccio’s Body Butters.
Pedi-Couture Sandals
These adorable, reusable sandals are a great retail item and are perfect for encouraging repeat clients.
Insurance — Do You Know What you Need?
Of the many decisions salon owners are faced with every day, one that is often overlooked or put off is the issue of insurance. Worker’s comp, disability, liability, life, and medical are just the beginning. You name it, it’s out there. So how does a salon remain protected while staying above the bottom line?
“Do You Take Credit Cards?”
One way of enhancing your clients’ overall experience is to increase their convenience by offering alternate forms of payment. Here are some things you need to know if you accept credit cards.
Make It “Spa” in Five Steps
With Bonnie Waters at its helm, Changes Salon & Day Spa in Walnut Creek, Calif., transformed from an unassuming nail spa to an awarding-winning, full-service luxury spa. Waters just received the prestigious title Salon Entrepreneur of the Year for the Western United States at the 2008 Global Salon Business Awards. Here’s her advice on taking your salon to the next level.
Retail Boutique: Aromatherapy
It’s time to start bundling up and heading inside as winter approaches. These aromatherapy products will give you all the more reason to enjoy the warmth indoors this season.
Pride and Joi
Joi Nail Spa in Berkeley, Calif., enriches its community with a unique assortment of services, including authentic Chinese reflexology.
On My Mind: !#&*?
Is retail a dirty word?
by Hannah Lee
The 5 Most Important Things to Remember When Working With Gels
Understanding the characteristics of gels will help you apply them flawlessly.
Tipping Done Right
First and foremost keep your tipping policy client-friendly and report the tips as income.
Tiny Tootsies: Grow Your Base With Kids
The kiddie and teen demographic for money-making potential is anything by tiny.
Dear Shari: November 2008
Salon owner Shari Finger answers your questions on building a clientele, regaining the trust of a discount salon-goer, listening to clients’ personal issues, and clients who mistreat their nails.
My Other Life: Jill Wright, dollhouse builder
Jill Wright, salon owner. In her other life: dollhouse builder.
by Judy Lessin
No Bad Blood at Mi Salon & Spa
A salon in Florence, Kentucky helps with a blood drive in Cincinnati.
Three New Places to Network Online
Online networks for nail techs are a great resource for help, and an engaging place to share information.