Business
Beautician List Helps Consumers Find Licensed Beauty Pros
Beautician List provides a first-of-its-kind online directory and safe community for beauty professionals that unites them with potential clients who are seeking licensed beauty professionals.
Crowdsourcing: Do You Allow Clients to Schedule Via Text?
This month we asked nail techs: Do you allow clients to schedule via text? Why/why not?
Water Transfer Nail Lamps Cure While Looking Cute
Express your personal style and keep your salon on-trend with these compact lamps from Melody Susie.
On the Road: Petite Sparrow
This Atlanta neighborhood nail boutique specializes in natural nail services and focuses on wellness. Sister salon Lark and Sparrow is already a booming business located 10 minutes away. Follow them @petitesparrownails.
by Beth Livesay
On My Mind: Staying Polished
NAILS executive editor Beth elaborates on Polish Preview and the goings-on behind the scenes of other NAILS shoots.
by Beth Livesay
My Other Life: Vanessa McCullough, Rock Singer
The band Melissa McCullough sings in with her husband, who plays the guitar, has remained a constant in her life through job changes and a cross-country move.
Weird Is Welcome at Austin's Cute Nail Studio
Austin’s vibrant and playful Cute Nail Studio is best known for celebrating its talented nail artists, welcoming clients from all walks of life, and being the most Instagrammable salon in town.
by Nancy Kirk
Foot Forward Summit 2018
NAILS' first Foot Forward Summit was held in Atlanta August 12-14. Nail techs enjoyed speaker presentations, advanced foot education, and networking opportunities.
Do you think licensing requirements should be reduced or eliminated?
This month, we asked nail techs: do you think licensing requirements should be reduced or even eliminated? Why or why not?
California Nail Salon Fined $1.2 million for Misclassifying Workers
Temecula, Calif.-based Young’s Nail Spa was fined more than $1.2 million for misclassifying workers and failing to pay them regular wages.
Sandy Salon Style
Gretchen Tiernan and Megan Richardson, owners of Polish by Sand Spa in Manhattan Beach, Calif., created a posh and beachy salon interior to give clients a relaxing getaway.
My Other Life: Linsey Stinson, Reptile Breeder
Nail tech Linsey Stinson of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has always shared an affinity for animals with her husband, who is especially fond of reptiles. They now have a collection of over 40 animals.
Self-Sharpening Scissors
GERmanikure introduces self-sharpening scissors.
Cosmoprof North America 2018
See photos from Cosmoprof North America, held at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas July 29-31. The show featured a record-breaking 1,415 exhibitors in the categories of cosmetics and personal care; packaging, contract manufacturing, and private label; and professional beauty. 40,000 visitors attended the show.
Hookah and Energy Drinks Give Baltimore Salon an Edge
Gia Winfield’s Baltimore salon, The Purple Peach Nail Bar, cultivates an edgy vibe, offering clients complimentary wine, hookahs, and a Purple Peach energy drink.
The Blow-Dry Bar Business Is Booming
The blow dry bar industry has seen significant growth in the past year.
Booksy Lets Clients Book Directly From Instagram
Instagram users can now book appointments directly from your Instagram business page using the Booksy scheduling app.