Wellness

Help Clients Prevent Athlete’s Foot

As a nail tech, you can’t diagnose or treat this fungus, but you can provide general information on avoiding athlete’s foot or preventing its recurrence.

Height Matters: The Benefits of a Nail Bar

When the time came for salon owner Hannah Sass to design the manicure and pedicure spaces for her salon, nail tech comfort was just as much a priority as pleasing clients.

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.

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.