Wellness
On the Lookout for Domestic Violence
The death of Nicole Brown Simpson in 1994 propelled nail tech Sue Yahnian to channel her energy into preventing violence against women. She feels nail techs are in a unique position to recognize signs of abuse and steer clients to resources for help.
Reevaluating Depression
At some point in her life, one of every four women will suffer a major depression. When feelings of guilt or helplessness weigh heavy and you find yourself tired, irritable, and sad, make sure you're one of the minority of women who gets help.
Just My Opinion: Acrylics vs. Bacteria
Outsmarting Osteoporosis
Have you been lackadaisical about getting enough calcium? Slacking off on your exercise? Considering that one of every two women in the US will develop osteoporosis, the question is: do you feel lucky?
To Scrub or Not To Scrub
Research on handwashing techniques in hospitals has found that the traditional surgical scrub, where people take a brush or sponge and vigorously wash all the way up the arm, are not only unnecessary, but even counter-productive.
The Help Desk
Answers to your questions on polish application, cleaning dappen dishes, acrylic brushes, and drill safety.
Just My Opinion: Nail Techs and Doctors Working Together
By developing a good working relationship with podiatrists they have faith in, nail techs can protect themselves when and if a problem occurs.
As I See It: The Great National Wash-Up!
I’m suggesting that as an informal movement to prepare ourselves for whatever new or old clients come through our doors, we designate October National Wash Your Hands Month!
Just My Opinion: Nail Techs and Doctors Working Together
Try Magnets for What Ails You
“I’d estimate that nine out of 10 of my diabetic patients have found relief from foot pain by wearing magnetic insoles.”
Diagnosing Diabetes
Diabetes isn’t just on the rise in this country: It’s skyrocketing. Not only are more people getting diabetes, but they’re developing it younger than ever. With an estimated six million people undiagnosed, doctors recommend all at-risk people take the simple and fast test.
Long Nails and Nursing Don't Mix
What infection control personnel say common sense has long indicated is now being proven by research: Health care workers with artificial nails and long nails are more likely to harbor harmful bacteria on their hands.
As I See It, Take A Lunch!
Cardiovascular Disease
Overweight? Get too little exercise? Eat more fatty foods than you know you should? Smoke? Cholesterol a little (or a lot) high?
Acrylic Ingredient Under Scrutiny In Europe
NAILS has learned from correspondence from the U.S.-based Nail manufacturers Council and an interview with industry chemist Dough Schoon that an ingredient commonly found in acrylic systems called benzoyl peroxide (BPO) is under scrutiny in several European countries because of a regulatory classification issue.
Are You Allergic to Work in the Salon?
Understand your risk of allergic and irritant reactions to the products you work with and you can probably prevent problems before they start.
The Nail Doctor
The Nail Doctor discusses throbbing nails, tumors, young clients, and arthritis medication.