Technique
A Quick Sculpture
A sculptured nail using a flat nail brush.
Biodegradable Toe Separators
Toezeez are individual, biodegradable toe separators that are easy to use and earth-friendly.
Rechargeable Manicure & Pedicure Machine
Medicool’s new Rechargeable Manicure & Pedicure Machine can go up to 20,000 RPM and has eight hours of battery life. The lightweight battery pack makes it easy to travel with, and the one year warranty insures proper function on the road.
Camouflage Gels
LCN’s Camouflage Gels allow technicians to subtly shade the nail bed and camouflage flaws and discolorations before the building gel is applied.
Clipper
Scientifically designed to cut the thickest toenail, fingernail, or tip with minimal pressure, Antoine De Paris’ Clipper does all the work for you while protecting your hand and wrist from excessive force and pressure.
Solar Spa
Pro Spa’s Solar Spa has an eight-roller shiatsu massage and an acupressure air seat with thick upholstery for durability.
Coral Sea Salt Body Polish
Organic Fiji’s Coral Sea Salt Body Polish uses certified organic coconut oil, Fijian coral sea salts, and nine other essential oils to eliminate dead skin cells while protecting and moisturizing skin.
Softening & Conditioning Foot Cream
Pedi-Sox now has a Softening & Conditioning Foot Cream to work in conjunction with the Pedi-Sox brand pedicure sock.
Pumpkin Peel with Natural Exfoliating Fiber
Head to Toe’s (h2T) new addition to its Hand and Foot Therapy Line is the Pumpkin Peel with Natural Exfoliating Fiber.
Foot Files
Microplane Foot Files use tiny files to create a bidirectional exfoliating system that gently massages tired feet while removing cracked dry skin and leaving them soft.
The Coaching Chronicles: Installment #2, Add-on Services and Referrals
In this occasional series, we follow along as Adrienne, a mother of two who just moved with her husband to North Carolina, works to rebuild her nail business from scratch. She’s working with Heather, a certified salon success coach, to help her succeed. If you missed the first installment, see NAILS February issue or visit The Coaching Chronicles blog (updated twice weekly) at http://blogs.nailsmag.com/coach.
Let’s Do Lunch
The lunch hour presents a unique time slot for you to draw in new customers who can try your salon “with no strings attached.” It’s also a time for regulars to pop in for a quick treat between their regularly scheduled appointments. Here are some great service ideas that’ll tempt clients.
Netting Nails
Nails by Karen Hix, Expressions Salon, Quartz Hill, Calif.
Do the Polka
Nails by Laura Russell, Dolce Salon & Spa, Scottsdale, Ariz.
On the Road: SugarBubble, Miami Shores, Fla.
Light blue walls, natural bamboo elements, and a crystal chandelier give off a fresh feeling in this cute shabby chic salon.
by Hannah Lee
Peppermint Spa Pedicure
Signature Service by Pamper Me Please Travel Spa, Washington D.C./Maryland/Virginia
Cinnamon Bun Pedicure
Nail Taxi's own Cinnamon Bun Scrub makes this pedicure sugar and spice and everything nice.