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Nature’s Pedicure
For clients who like to treat themselves to a little at-home pampering, offer them the INM Nature’s Pedicure set that’s perfect for retail.
Social Media Showdown: Instagram vs. Snapchat
Which social media platform reigns supreme?
Get Dolled Up at Dolls & Dandy Nail Lounge
Katie Ezzeddine wanted to create a salon that she would want to visit — one that focuses on green products and provides a relaxing ambiance. Her high-end salon, Dolls & Dandy in Mill Valley, Calif., doles out pampering regardless of gender or age.
Artist Goes Back to Nature
19-year-old Polish-born nail tech Anika Rybicka often draws inspiration from nature, especially animals and landscapes.
On the Road: Black File
This recently-opened salon in Southern California is geared towards trendy customers in their 20s and 30s wanting a place to socialize.
Is Your Website Mobile Friendly?
To check whether your salon website is usable and attracts clients on mobile devices, Salon Guru's Phil Evans has some advice.
On the Road: Nusta Spa
On a trip to Washington, D.C., Erika Kotite decides to get a serious pampering session.
by Erika Kotite
MMA Fighter Toughens Up with Gel Toes
“I’m using gel because of its durability and because it makes my nails tough, so the nail is protected when kicking against a hard surface,” says Lightweight MMA fighter Damon Tavangar.
by Beth Livesay
Use Video as a Training Time-Saver
“By videotaping your trainings and passing the video on to new staff members, you can just do the training once," says business consultant Tammy Dennis.
Help Wanted Ads That Pop
Good nail techs are hard to find and open positions are hard to fill, so it's important to recruit new staff with a sales-oriented approach, says consultant and writer Lisa Starr.
Young Nails Hits Milestone on YouTube
Young Nails was recently honored with YouTube’s Silver Play Button to mark the fact that its channel has surpassed 100,000 subscribers.
My Other Life: Stella Sampson, Chemical Engineer
Just 26 years old, nail tech Stella Sampson has been working for a cosmetics company since early 2015, after studying chemical engineering at the National Technical University of Athens for five-and-a-half years.
by Judy Lessin
Alcohol OK at California Salons
As of January 1, 2017, owners of California beauty salons and barbershops can legally offer clients one free serving of wine or beer.
ISSE Returns to Long Beach in January
ISSE will feature more than 400 top salon and spa product manufacturers from around the world.
Cuticle Cream for Picture Perfect Posts
With every tech vying for the perfect angle and pose to post on social media, it’s important to remember to keep cuticles looking hydrated.
by Beth Livesay
On My Mind: Passionate, Patient, Fun
I welcome the change 2017 brings to NAILS.
by Beth Livesay
Illinois Passes Law Requiring All Licensed Beauty Professionals to Get Domestic Violence Training
Effective January 1, Illinois will require all licensed professionals within the state to be trained on how to handle situations of domestic violence when speaking with clients.