Technique
Massage Resource Guide
Hungry for more information about the massage therapy profession? Contact any or all of these industry resources to learn more about massage modalities, schools, books, and associations.
Lab Reports
Going Glycolic in Your Natural Nail Services
Glycolic hand and foot treatments give nail technicians a beautiful way to engender client loyalty, increase their average service ticket, and enjoy incredible retailing opportunities.
Moisturizing Manicures: New Service Twists for the Basic Manicure
Chase away clients' summer's damage wtih salt scrubs, seaweed wraps, mud treatments, and glycolic treatments.
The Drilling Principle: Using E-Files Right
With all of the negative hype on drills, it is becoming crucial for nail technicians to be properly trained on their usage. Connecting with the right people for education and knowing the state regulations can help pave the way drilling success.
The Help Desk
Just the Right Touch - Massage Techniques for Manicures
Give a client natural-looking nails and she’ll book another appointment. Give her a melt-to-the-floor” hand or foot massage, and she’s yours forever.
At Home with In-Home Care
Tara Colvin travels California’s Santa Maria Valley tending to clients in senior residences board and care facilities, and nursing homes as well as private residences.
Put on a Smiley Face
The pressure is on... whether you are giving client a French manicure, or you are at a competition attempting to create the perfect sculptured set... the smile line is always on your mind. Here are some tips to help keep you on your toes while making the perfect smile line.
Foot Fixers: Great Ideas for Services and Spotting Foot Disorders
There are no tricks in these delightful treats for feet, and the only thing to smell will be the heady scents of aromatherapy oils and lotions that finish off the service.
Body Work - Adding Body Art to Your Service Menu
Give your clients the benefits of body art without any of the downsides associated with permanent tattooing. This add-on service lets you earn over $ 10 in under five minutes.
The Help Desk
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Sole-Soothing Reflexology
Research is beginning to prove what practitioners have long known. Reflexology promotes good health. Nail technicians are uniquely positioned to catch the wellness wave as reflexology rolls into its own as a salon service.
Manicures, Pedicures, and Facelifts?!
Liven up Clients’ Dull Hands and Feet
Are clients’ hands and feet looking a little dull? Is their skin dry and flaky? Help them shed a few extra layers of dead skin with one of these revitalizing exfoliating services.
Remove Hair, Add Profit With Waxing Services
For salons willing to make the affordable investment in hair removal services, the payoff can mean a dollar per minute, per service for the salon and fast results for your clients.
Overgrowth Gone
Removing excess cuticle growth is an essential part of any nail service, Nail technicians have their own preferences as far as what implements and products to use for removing unsightly growth.