Business
Give Your Staff a Raise Without Spending a Cent
10 ways to motivate and retain top staff
Legislative Update: Nevada
State is implementing a hair designer license separate from cosmetology license
OPI Working to Meet Latinos’ Needs
The company has become a gold sponsor of the Association de Estilistas Latinos, and association for Spanish-speaking beauty professionals.
Does Your Salon Have a Dress Code?
"We feel that how you present yourself is just as important as your skills," says one salon owner.
The Men’s Room Proves a Popular Hangout
You’ll get no namby-pamby, perfume-scented, touchy-feely beauty care at The Men’s Room, a new Las Vegas-based salon where “Men can be men.”
Nails Are Her Vehicle to Success
Nail technician Terri Taricco love nails so much so that two years ago she got a personalized license plate that read "NAILS."
The Life of a Brush
Don’t underestimate the power of this simple tool. The quality of your nail brush influences the quality of your work.
Maternity Leaves?
Does being pregnant mean a woman has to stop getting her nails done? Not if you take care to make sure salon is clean and well-ventilated, and clients’ exposure to chemical is at a minimum.
Editor's note: The Faces Behind NAILS
You’ve come to know my face on this page over the past five years — now there are some other people whom I would like you to meet. You probably know their names, and if you get to our tradeshows, you may know some of their faces.
Cover Tech: Tom Bachik Is a Man on a Mission
“Competition is in my blood,” says the husband, father, and former high school athlete.
Dynamic Educator Has a Class Act
As an instructor, when Doug Smith sees nail technicians in his audience playfully slug each other in the arm, he knows he’s made his point.
Make Every Little Bit Count by Counting Every Little Bit
Salon owners can reduce costs by limiting the number of product lines and distributors they use. Smart inventory controls also boost your bottom line.
That Was Then, This Is Now.
Creative Takes a Tough Stance on Diversion
CND's Jim Nordstrom Named to Science Task Force
CEO of Creative Nail Design Systems is helping the university understand what businesses are looking for in graduates.
Who Pays for Licensing Fraud?
Crime may not pay, but beauty professionals do when people cheat at getting a license, or just work without one. What’s the cost? Increased licensing fees, more rigorous application processes, and a damaged reputation for the entire industry.
Salon Owner’s Open-Door Policy Makes All Feel Welcome
Nail tech handles drag queen with aplomb