Business
Like Uber for Stylists
A new app just debuted in Chicago that makes it easier for nail technicians, hairstylists, massage therapists, and makeup artists to work where they want, when they want, and at the price they want.
Square Adds No-Show Protection
Square recently added “no-show protection” to reduce this too-common drain on your time and bottom line.
Leather Pedicure Chairs
The Alden Crystal model is available in chocolate and black.
Tammy Taylor Class Preview at Premiere Orlando
Tammy Taylor shares how salons can make money with time management and other tips and tricks at the Premiere Orlando beauty show in Orlando, Calif. "At Tammy Taylor Nails, nails is always fun and never feel like work (when you're making money)," Taylor says.
Crowdsourcing: Do you do your own nails or have another tech do them?
This month we asked nail techs: Do you do your own nails or have another tech do them?
by Tracy Rubert
Arty Hand Displays: Cool or Creepy?
More and more, salon owners are looking for creative ways to market. Are these hand displays the perfect way to showcase retail items? Or the perfect way to scare off customers?
Retail Boutique: Self-Defense Items
While it is important for a woman to feel safe at all times, it doesn’t mean she wants to carry around a baton or large canister of pepper spray in her bag 24/7. In response, an increasing number of companies are creating self-defense items that are not only effective, but fashionable and discreet.
Mani, Pedi, Party at the Nail Truck
Just in time for wedding season, The Nail Truck, a vintage airstream that serves as a mobile salon, travels to serve clientele for upscale nail parties.
Whale Spa Now Offers Italian Leather Chair
Whale Spa is now offering a pedicure chair made with genuine Italian leather.
Make Me Nails
Minx has partnered with Disney star G. Hannelius to launch the Make Me Nails app.
Luraco i7 Series Pedicure Spa Chair Installation
This video shows how to install the Luraco i7 Series pedicure spa chair right out of the box.
Cuccio Job Opening: Brand Manager and Director of Global Education
Cuccio International is looking for a professsional nail technician to become its Cina Nail Art brand manager as well as Director of Global Education, Research and Development.
How to Grow a Beauty Business
NAILS asked Rosie Herman, the founder of One Minute Manicure, to give us a glimpse into the nitty-gritty details of growing a beauty business from scratch.
by Judy Lessin
A.I.I. Partner Sales Incentive Program Photos
A.I.I. presented Beauty Zone, Kashi Beauty, and Nails West with keys to customized vans as part of the A.I.I. Partner Sales Incentive Program.
Amp Up Your Offerings: Permanent Makeup
In our fourth installment of our new series, NAILS explores services you can add to your menu to increase your revenue and offer your clients convenience. This month, we take a look at permanent makeup.
by Tracy Rubert
Love the Age You Are: How to Navigate Your Nail Tech Career Through Your 20s, 30s, 40s, and Beyond
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned professional, developing a sustainable nail tech career means taking care of your fiscal — as well as physical — well-being.
by Tracy Rubert
Vintage Luxury at Va-Va Varnish
With no nail bars or pedicure chairs in sight, it may be hard to believe Va-Va Varnish is a nail salon instead of a posh living room. The unique layout stems from what owner Elizabeth Morris liked and disliked as a salon customer.