Indian Therapy Pedicure
Elizabeth Ashton Ayurvedic Nail Spa, Long Beach, Calif., uses ingredients from the grocery store to create this specialty pedicure.
essie ejuvenate Manicure
essie ejuvenate is a revolutionary system for younger looking hands.
Luxurious Marine Replenishing Hand Treatment
La~Te~Da Salon & Spa in Fort Myers, Fla. combines elements of land, air and sea in this sensory rich hand treatment.
Retail Boutique: Eyelash Conditioners
Eyelash conditioners and serums are popping up in spas and salons for women tired of the maintenance of false eyelashes, or curlers and mascara. These non-prescription lash conditioners are applied like eyeliner and most can also be used on brows as well.
Forever Natural Polytech Starter Kit
FPO’s Forever Natural offers a new enhancement product in the Natural Polytech Starter Kit.
Rosemary Avocado Manicure by Modern Day Spa
Modern Day Spa in Arlington, Va., demonstrates its Rosemary Avocado Manicure.
Modern Manicure at Modern Day Spa
Modern Day Spa, Arlington, Va., demonstrates its Modern Manicure.
Day Spa Soothes Weary Feet in the Community Room
When Briana Borten opened a second Dragontree Holistic Day Spa in the Portland International Airport, she made very few changes to accommodate the unique location. “Overall, though, we are trying to recreate the traditional day spa environment as much as possible, offering the same treatments and attention.”
Enhance Your Customer Service With A La Carte Offerings
A good way to up your income without actually raising prices is to have a list of a la carte options in your service arsenal, says Kelley Killop-Marble of Opalized Designs Studio Salon in Shelby Township, Mich. “I’m not talking about having a bare-bones menu and nickel and diming folks ... that is just plain aggravating,” she says. What she is talking about is differentiating yourself by giving true personal services.
It's Not About Pretty, It's About Healthy
For $66 and one hour and 45 minutes of your time, the staff at Wet Paint Nail Spa in Cambridge, Mass., will inspect your feet for calluses, ingrown nails, cracks, and other symptoms of hard use, give you a fabulous pedicure, and teach you proper care of the feet at home.
Hot Lava Pedicure
Step-by-step by Nails by Nia Cooper at Erwin Gomez Salon & Spa, Washington D.C.
Airbrushing Basics
Though an airbrush gun can be an expensive purchase, it can quickly pay for itself in nail art add-ons that clients will love.
The Wonderful World of Wax
Waxing can be an easy way for nail techs to complement a manicure or pedicure by removing unsightly knuckle hairs.
100% Natural Depilatory Wax
Wax N’ Waxing’s 100% Natural Depilatory wax now comes in a convenient kit that includes facial and eyebrow spatulas plus a 2.5-oz. wax that can be microwaved.
Is It Time for a Change? It's the Best Way to Stay Motivated
Veteran nail techs have seen significant changes in the nail industry, and they may fear the best years are over. However, growth is still possible when you stretch yourself and your business to meet the demands of the new customer. It’s never too late to reinvent yourself.
Balinese Ginger Pedicure
Step-by-step by Laurentius Salon, Philadelphia
Dare to Wear Stiletto Nails
If your clients are afraid of this pointy shape, offer up this advice from nail techs who do their best to ensure that beauty doesn’t have to equal pain.