Under the Microscope: Subungual Hematoma
Subungual hematomas are usually caused by injury to the nail, either through blunt trauma or repetitive pressure.
A Better Butter?
Cold pressed from selected fruits, Olive Butter from Sublime Bliss has excellent emollient and antioxidant properties, making it a natural moisturizer.
Chakra Maintenance
Mountain Body’s Chakra Dead Sea Bath Salts are available in formulations that correspond to the seven major chakras located along the spine.
by Judy Lessin
Suzi Weiss-Fischmann Honored by Delete Blood Cancer
Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, co-founder and artistic director of OPI Products Inc., is being honored for her work on behalf of Delete Blood Cancer DKMS, the world’s largest bone marrow donor center.
Nail Advice for Clients with Cancer
Look Good Feel Better, which provides beauty services to women with cancer, offers these tips for hand, foot, and nail maintenance for clients with cancer. Learn more at http://lookgoodfeelbetter.org.
Under the Microscope: Arthritis
Arthritis is a painful inflammation of the joints that limits everyday activities.
Into Alternative Healing? Try Foot Zone Therapy
We know what you’re thinking. Foot Zone Therapy must just be another name for foot reflexology. Not so, says Kristen Bowen, a Foot Zone Therapy practitioner and instructor based in North Logan, Utah.
by Judy Lessin
De-Stress Clients With Cuccio Herbal Detoxsoak
Detoxsoak from Cuccio Naturalé is a 15-minute standalone service featuring a rejuvenating foot soak followed by a Somatology-technique massage of the feet and legs to balance, de-stress, and refresh.
DetoXSoak
The soak contains Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel to soothe and refresh skin as well as magnesium sulfate to naturally detox and cleanse the feet.
Removing Yellow Nail Stains
Nothing removes yellow stains from nails like a little lemon, says Self Magazine.
Alanna Wall and Polished Girlz on The Ellen Show
Alanna Wall appeared recently on The Ellen Show to talk about her charity organization Polished Girlz. This incredible young entrepreneur started a non-profit organization that provides manicures for children in hospitals. Ellen had a very special surprise for her! Click here and here for more on Alanna.
Under the Microscope: Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissues that runs from the heel to the toes.
Podiatrist-Owned CleanSpa Sets a Shining Example
CleanSpa is a partnership of a podiatrist and nail technicians in a new spa setting — the foot spa. Here, nail technicians have the opportunity to perform pedicures for people who not only need their services, but appreciate their special expertise.
UV Nail Lamps Do Not Increase Skin Cancer Risk, New Study Finds
UV nail lamps do not appear to significantly increase the lifetime risk of keratinocyte carcinoma — a type of non-melanoma skin cancer — in consumers, reports a study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
San Francisco Recognizes Healthy Nail Salons
San Francisco’s Healthy Nail Salon Program aims to reward nail salons that make safer choices for their employees, customers, and the environment.
Fancy Footrest Is Ergonomic
The new Gulfstream footrest is ergonomically designed with contoured footrest pads and an adjustable center pad to gently elevate the client’s feet, creating ease for both the technician and client.
Condition Skin With Exotic Oils
Body Drench has introduced three new body lotions sure to send clients’ senses swirling.