Wellness

Healthy Tech: Kinzie Rutschke

After nail tech Kinzie Rutschke had her first child and became even busier with her career, she knew she had to make time to become more physically active. What started out as just a bit of exercise to stay in shape turned into a full-blown passion for running and competing in marathons.

Double-ended Product Combines Lip Gloss and Cuticle Treatment

Lips & Tips from Dr. Dana offers a first-ever, double-ended lip gloss and cuticle treatment for easy, every day, on-the-go application. 

Opti-Firm Hydra Blue Eye Cream

Designed to diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles while providing skin smoothness and hydration, the Opti-Firm Skincare Series combines a unique complex of ingredients including Laminaria Digitata seaweed, Ulva Lactuca extract, Aloe, Shea Butter, Gingko Biloba, and Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid). Found in this series designed for all skin types is a daytime protection cream, night cream, and soothing eye cream.

Pro Curette Toenail Cleaner

Mehaz Pro Curette Toenail Cleaner gently cleans under toenails and along the nail bed. The dual scoop helps with gentle under nail cleaning and the stainless steel design makes this tool durable and long lasting.

Send In Your Fungal Nails With the MediNail OnychoTest

MediNail offers the world's first home DNA self-test for fungal nails and bacterial biofilm. Simply "Clip It, Bag It and Ship It" and you can get your results in as little as 2-3 weeks. Visit www.medinailselftest.com for more information.

Mod Clean Salon Disinfectant: No Mess, No Guess, Just Clean

Mod Clean is a premeasured hospital grade powdered disinfectant pod made exclusively for the Salon and Barber Industry.

Something to Talk About: Turning Male Clients Into Regulars

You know how to convert female clients into loyal customers, but do you have the same success with men? 

Nail Damage 101

Recognize the true culprits of nail damage

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Client Concerns: Product Odor

Understand the basics of salon odors and reduce the effects in your salon

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Danger Ahead: A Scientist’s View of the Russian Manicure

Industry scientist, author, and educator Doug Schoon issues a warning about the so-called Russian manicure technique.

Satin Smooth Hand Pack Is a Perfect Add-On

Satin Smooth’s all-in-one intensive moisturizing hand treatment gloves make regular manicures special.

Voesh's Pedi in a Box Deluxe 4 Step Offers Convenient Aromatherapy

Let your clients experience an aromatherapy spa service with a system that’s convenient for you.

North American School of Podology Offers Free Foot Care to the People of St. Kitts

From January 30, 2016 to February 3, 2017, a team of 48 foot care specialists took their wealth of foot-care expertise to those residents of St. Kitts and Nevis who are diabetic and in need of leading-edge, professional foot-care.

Standing Nail Bar Takes Care of Techs' Health

The Spa Within of Manchester, N.H., cares about its nail techs, so they created a unique workstation just for them.

Healthy Tech: Renee Jones

When Renee Jones was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, she found out the disease was wreaking havoc on her hormones and weight loss efforts. Find out how this busy nail tech and educator took action to make her health a priority.

Wearing Gloves: Protection With Pitfalls

Gloves seem like a good idea, and they may even comfort clients who perceive them as a sanitation standard. But, surprisingly, there are a few downsides to wrapping our hands in rubber.   

Something to Talk About: White Superficial Onychomycosis

White superficial onychomycosis may appear as a dusting on the tops of your clients’ toenails and requires lab results to diagnose accurately. Here’s what do to if you suspect this powdery culprit.