Wellness
How to Use Fragrance Oils to Brand Your Salon
Scent is often overlooked, but it can create powerful associations in the memory. Appealing to clients’ sense of smell is a great way to keep them coming back.
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North Carolina Event Provides Foot Care for the Homeless
Nail tech Stephanie Shelton's charity, Heal the Sole, provides palliative foot care, manicures, and haircuts to homeless people.
A Guide to Servicing Common Nail Conditions
Troubleshoot common nail conditions by targeting the cause and customizing your care - both in the salon and with home care recommendations.
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7 Easy Exercises for Nail Techs
Sitting still all day can take a toll on your health. Try these simple exercises every day to give your body a break.
A Guide to Servicing Common Nail Conditions
Troubleshoot common nail conditions by targeting the cause and customizing your care — both in the salon and with home care recommendations.
A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert: Retronychia, Dysplastic Nevus, and Glomus Tumors
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses her consultations with patients dealing with retronychia, dysplastic nevus, and glomus tumors.
Sunflower 11 Nail Dust Collector is Powerful, Yet Quiet
The Sunflower II Nail Dust Collector from Aerovex uses powerful suction to draw in and capture nail dust.
6 Things You Should Know About Dust Masks
Don’t waste your money on flimsy, doctor-style masks; they won’t provide much protection and will only fool you into thinking you’re protected from dust.
by Judy Lessin
Healthy Tech: Joei Ellis
Brooklyn, Mich.-based nail tech Joei Ellis realized working long hours while sitting was taking a toll on her health, so she took steps to ensure she’s able to eat well and exercise around her busy schedule.
Pedicure Jet Designed to Work With Liners
Luraco’s Magna Jet is designed specifically to work with pedicure liners.
Cuccio Somatology Wellness Line Is Yoga-Based
The Cuccio Somatology line of wellness products are the brainchild of yoga instructor Danielle Cuccio.
What Nail Techs Need to Know About Biofilm
Simply put, biofilm is an accumulation of standing water.
Healthy Tech: Valeria Ramirez
Nail tech Valeria Ramirez hopes to expand her new business while maintaining her commitment to the healthy lifestyle that energizes her and keeps her feeling fit.
Footlogix Formulas for Winter Warriors
For those active clients who embrace outdoor activities despite dipping temperatures, Footlogix offers relief after a day of braving the cold.
Glitter Glossary
Here’s the lowdown on some of the most common types of glitter.
How to Help Your All-Natural Clients Fall In Love With Gel Services
All-natural clients usually prefer simpler nail styles and may avoid enhancements. However, they still like having beautiful nails!
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35th Anniversary Flashback: 1997, the Fight Against MMA
1997 was a pivotal year in the nail industry’s fight against the use of MMA (methyl methacrylate) in acrylic monomer.