Business
Salon Suite Design at Cosmic Nails
Out of This World Design: Cosmic Nails is a single studio inside Sola Salons, Charlotte, N.C. Because it’s a salon suite, owner Julie Nguyen is really conscious about the layout and how it affects the space.
by Beth Livesay
On the Road: Sherri's Nails
Minutes after landing at Kauai’s Lihue Airport, tourists and Hawaiians alike can enjoy laid back island living by visiting Sherri’s Nails.
by Beth Livesay
Sneak a Peek at These Award-Worthy Nail Areas
When our sister publication, Salon Today, announced the winners of its 2016 Salon of the Year competition earlier this year, we had just one request: Show us the nail areas!
New Book Eases the Way for New Techs
To help new nail techs and other beauty professional navigate their careers, Tiffani Douglas has written a guidebook called Straight Outta Beauty School — 10 Things You Need to Know and Do After You Graduate.
Venture Beyond the Dot-Com: Dot-Salon Domains Are Now Available
Salon owners wanting to make over their digital image now have the option of adopting a “dot-salon” (.salon) domain name for their website.
Create Welcome Packets for New Salon Clients
Nothing Beats a Warm Welcome: Salon owner Tammy Dennis advises nail techs to create an awesome first impression by providing new clients with a formal welcome packet.
Promote Your Salon at the Farmers’ Market
Cindy Feldman, owner of Progressions Salon Spa Store in Rockville, Md., has discovered there’s no better place to engage friends and neighbors than the local farmers’ market.
The Theme’s the Thing: Clean Lines and Greenery
“I want clients to feel like they’re hanging out at a friend’s apartment, not at a typical nail salon,” says Molly Reckman, owner of Spruce Natural Nail Shop in Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood.
by Judy Lessin
Q&A with Suzie: Acrylic vs. Gel
Suzie addresses three important questions asked by many non-professional viewers regarding Acrylic or Gel Nails.
My Other Life: Jerylyn Curtiss, Dental Office Manager
In Service of a Smile: Carroll, Ohio-based nail tech Jerylyn Curtiss works three days a week managing a dental office.
by Judy Lessin
Custom Treatments Cater to All Clients at Terés: A Nail Bar
At Terés | A Nail Bar, wellness — and time well spent — is the name of the game. This neighborhood salon is all about service, with customized treatments designed to meet any client’s needs.
Retail Boutique: Rings
Rings are the perfect finishing touch to a manicure, drawing the eye directly to your handiwork. These fun and unique pieces are sure to make your retail display shine a little brighter.
How to Train a Newbie Nail Tech
Every successful salon owner faces the challenge of a new hire. How do you get the technical and business skills of a newbie to match her excitement and potential?
Get Your Share of Back-to-School Spending
Back-to-school promotions and products are not just for school-age kids and their teachers. Make the most of the season by creating a back-to-school campaign that incorporates services, special events, and retail products.
NAILS NTNA S.4: Meet the Top 12 Finalists
After two rounds of preliminary competition, we wanted our finalists to be as creative as possible in celebrating their success.
by Beth Livesay
Control-It!
Control-It! Is an all-natural, paraben-free cream that helps people stop biting their nails and cuticles.
Easy Finish Facial Hair Remover
Tweezerman’s new Easy Finish Facial Hair Remover makes grooming easy.