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Exfoliate Irritated Skin with Organic Scrub
Although the moisturizer refreshes and soothes all skin types, it works especially well for dry and flaking skin.
Raising Prices: The Time Is Now
Raising prices according to the time of year can benefit your business without hurting your clientele.
The Nail Hub Podcast Transcription: Are You Ready To Be Your Own Boss? With David Valentino
In this transcription of The Nail Hub Podcast, Elizabeth Morris and David Valentino discuss common mistakes made by new salon owners and new nail techs, as well as ways to start out right in the business.
Inner Peace: The Ultimate Add-on
New York City-based Sundays provide guided meditation as an add-on for clients seeking extra relaxation.
My Other Life: Andrea Storlie, Weightlifter
For nail tech Andrea Storlie, weightlifting has become a way of life. “It’s actually helped me as a manicurist because my back and arms are much stronger than before I started,” she says.
Salon Fanatic Tour 2017
Executive editor Beth Livesay traveled coast to coast touring salons and talking to nail techs. Here are her pictures from the road.
A Ghostly Promotion for Fall
These easy-to-make ghost lollipops are a fun way to promote your business and build new referrals during Halloween.
Regal Nails Turns 20
The largest nail salon franchise celebrates its 20-year journey.
The Nail Hub Podcast: Hurricane Heartbreak
This week on The Nail Hub Podcast, Elizabeth Morris talks about nail professionals who were affected by hurricanes Harvey and Irma. She also talks about upcoming events and opportunities for education.
Premiere Comes to Columbus and Birmingham in October
Beauty professionals will be given the opportunity to network and take hands-on workshops to learn about the latest trends, techniques, and products.
How Not to Get Sued
The best time to protect your business from a lawsuit by an angry client — or employee — is before anything is ever filed in court. Expert witnesses and liability insurance experts explain how.
The Benefits of JC Penney and Instyle's Project Cinderella
Earlier this year, JC Penney and Instyle rolled out Project Cinderella, which offers amazing employment opportunities to salon professionals. We spoke to Melissa Bozant, longtime nail tech and participant in the program about the many benefits Project Cinderella provides.
Tech Donates Tips to Hurricane Victims
Nail tech Amber Bateman has pledged to help victims of Hurricane Harvey, and you can too.
On My Mind: Back to School
Before I worked in publishing I worked in public education. I consider it a privilege to have spent so much time in the school system. I was there to teach, but I loved my job because of what I learned.
by Beth Livesay
Healthy Tech: Susie Meador
Nail tech and salon owner Susie Meador was never satisfied with typical gym visits and never made exercise a priority, but after watching a fitness boot camp class near her salon, she decided to try out the group fitness class for herself and never looked back.
What Is Liability Insurance and Why Do You Need It?
Learn the difference between general liability insurance and professional liability insurance — and why you need them both.
Something for Everyone at San Diego’s Cürbar
Beyond its services, Cürbar offers quality games, reading material, and music, as well as the juxtaposition of feminine and masculine salon decor so that clients of every age and gender feel at home.