Can I Work While I’m Pregnant?
Research is still inconclusive regarding a link between chemicals used in the salon and certain birth defects, but don’t take chances. Experts agree that common- sense precautions substantially reduce any potential risks.
Managing Your Stress
Lessen anxiety and maximize job enjoyment by overcoming five basic stressors.
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, So Be Aware!
For the occasion of the City of Hope's Spirit of Life Award, honoring Jan Nordstrom Arnold and Jim Nordstrom of Creative Nail Design, everyone wore at least a hint of pink -- even the guys.
Still Beating the Odds - A Nail Technician Fighting Cancer
This October, Lesa Perry and her sister Vickie Johnson will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of their salon, For Your Nails Only, in Brentwood, Tenn. But Perry will also be celebrating the gift of life — her own.
The Nail Doctor
This month, our Nail Doctors team up to talk about bacteria spots, perimenopause, toenail fungus, and working after surgery.
Seeking Hope
"Buy Hope, and you'll be giving hope to women everywhere."
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor tackles a handful of questions about nail fungus, damaged lunulas, and nail pitting.
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor explains what those white nails spots mean, and the causes of brittle nail syndrome.
I Hurt All Over? It Might Be Fibromyalgia
At first she thought she might have a cold or the flu, but when her symptoms persisted, and then it got worse, Bricker visited her doctor. After many visits, she was finally diagnosed.
Calm Yourself During Stress Awareness Month
NAILS asked a group of nail technicians what they do to unwind and keep stress at bay.
The Battle Against Burnout
Career burnout is the silent killer of thousands of nail careers every year.
MSDS Intelligence
If you are a salon owner and don’t have proper MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) documentation, not only are you doing yourself and your clients a disservice, but you also risk getting into hot water with your local OSHA agency.
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor is back with advice for how to handle those pesky white spots.
Reader to Reader: What is your Salon's Smoking Policy?
We asked our readers how they handle it when a client wants to light up.
All the News That's Fit to Print [Understanding EMA Safety Issues]
I have learned one thing about nail technicians: They want the truth about the products they use and they can tell when they're getting it.
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor is back to discuss nail biting and malalignment.
As I See It: Breast Cancer: A Democratic Disease
The truth is, you’re never too young, too old, too rich, too poor; or too healthy to develop breast cancer.