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Take Action to Make #FICAFORSALONS a Reality
The 45B tax credit, which provides a dollar-for-dollar credit to salons on FICA taxes paid on customer-paid tips, would allow salons to keep money in their business and extend the benefits to their employees.
MelodySusie Celebrates 13 Years with a Month of Nail Specials
This year marks the 13th anniversary of MelodySusie, a trusted source for nail manicure products. To celebrate, they are launching an Anniversary Celebration which includes 50%-off specials across their website.
Booksy Announces Acclaimed Nail Artist Michelle Soto as New Brand Ambassador
Michelle Soto has joined Booksy's team as their new Brand Ambassador! Learn about the popular nail artist and how she will help push the company forward.
4th Daytime Beauty Awards Announce 2022 Honorees
The Daytime Beauty Awards will take place on Sunday, September 11. They recognize the science behind beauty and spotlight health and wellness professionals in the fields of medicine, health, fitness, aesthetics, skincare, color and styling, cannabis, beauty innovation, and more.
15th Nail Tech Event of the Smokies
The 2022 Smokies Nail Show took place in Gatlinburg, TN on July 10, 2022. Here's a recap and information about next year's event.
OPI Launches Fall Wonders Collection
OPI's Fall Wonders Collection features earthy and elemental colors and tones, perfect for autumn manicures and pedicures.
Professional Beauty Association, BolognaFiere Group, and Informa Markets Announce Partnership
BolognaFiere Group, Informa Markets, and the Professional Beauty Association announced a collaboration to accelerate growth in the U.S. beauty and personal care industry.
L’Oréal Professionnel Awards $15,000 to Current and Future Cosmetology Students
Beauty Changes Lives and L’Oréal Professionnel announce the Spring 2022 "Inspiration Through Education" Cosmetology School Scholarship Recipients.
These Are the Instagram Posts You've Been Loving
Everyday, we share your nail designs, your nail funnies, your nail business advice, and we love seeing what truly resonates with you. Here are some of the posts that you saved and re-shared, like crazy!
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Cosmoprof North America's 19th Edition Successfully Concluded
The three-day Cosmoprof North America event, held July 12-14, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center included the return of Cosmopack North America, dedicated to the beauty supply chain.
Booksy Launches Get Discovered Backstage Contest
Beauty pros can win a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to style top performers at a music festival thanks to Booksy.
Hair Cuttery Announces New President and CEO
Salon industry veteran Eric Bakken has joined Hair Cuttery Family of Brands (HCFB) as CEO. Bakken joins the parent company of Hair Cuttery, Bubbles salons and cibu after overseeing finance, legal, operations, and real estate for Regis Corp.
Mindbody and ClassPass 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report
COVID-19 recovery, political instability, soaring inflation — the business landscape is changing at a rapid pace. So, what does the future hold?
Ashley Graham Announced as Keynote for BOLD 2022, The Mindbody Conference
Supermodel, body activist, and entrepreneur Ashley Graham is scheduled to headline annual wellness event for the fitness, wellness, and beauty industry.
Booksy Introduces No-Show Cancellation Protection Feature
Through Booksy's no-show protection feature, service providers can charge clients a percentage of a service upfront or apply a cancellation fee in case of a no-show or last-minute cancellation.
Human Rights Attorney and Author Partners with Orly Color Labs to Benefit the Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project
“Controlling Women” author Julie F. Kay teams up with ORLY Color Labs to launch a new shade of red nail polish to raise awareness about the future of abortion rights.
My Nails But Better: Aprés Nail Launches Naturally Shaded Gel-X Tips
Optimize your time with your nail clients with the new Aprés Neutrals Gel-X Tips. These beautiful soft gel extensions mimic the natural colors of the nail bed and allow you to do more of what you love.