Wellness
Under the Microscope: Arthritis
Arthritis is a painful inflammation of the joints that limits everyday activities.
Personal Trainer: Neck Pain
While the strain on the neck may be an unavoidable drawback to the job, neck pain doesn’t need to be.
Premiere Features Education by Vicki Peters
Respected educator and master nail technician Vicki Peters will be a featured speaker at the Premiere Show in Orlando, June 2-3, 2013
Into Alternative Healing? Try Foot Zone Therapy
We know what you’re thinking. Foot Zone Therapy must just be another name for foot reflexology. Not so, says Kristen Bowen, a Foot Zone Therapy practitioner and instructor based in North Logan, Utah.
by Judy Lessin
Waterless Hand-Washing for Sensitive Skin
Ultronics’ Ultracare for Hands is an alcohol-free, waterless antiseptic handwash that is non-drying and non-irritating for sensitive hands.
De-Stress Clients With Cuccio Herbal Detoxsoak
Detoxsoak from Cuccio Naturalé is a 15-minute standalone service featuring a rejuvenating foot soak followed by a Somatology-technique massage of the feet and legs to balance, de-stress, and refresh.
DetoXSoak
The soak contains Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel to soothe and refresh skin as well as magnesium sulfate to naturally detox and cleanse the feet.
Removing Yellow Nail Stains
Nothing removes yellow stains from nails like a little lemon, says Self Magazine.
Alanna Wall and Polished Girlz on The Ellen Show
Alanna Wall appeared recently on The Ellen Show to talk about her charity organization Polished Girlz. This incredible young entrepreneur started a non-profit organization that provides manicures for children in hospitals. Ellen had a very special surprise for her! Click here and here for more on Alanna.
Personal Trainer: Lower Back and Hip Pain
Due to long hours in a seated position, often straining forward or at a twisted angle, it’s likely you will suffer lower back pain at some point in your nail career.
Under the Microscope: Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissues that runs from the heel to the toes.
Nail Down Habits to Beat Work-Related Stress
Though it’s no laughing matter, when you are ready to pull your hair out and run screaming from the salon, it’s time to rethink your strategy. Take this quick quiz to find new ways to deal with day-to-day stressors in the salon.
Trend Watch 2013
Value shoppers, time-challenged clients, and green consumers are just some of the growing phenomena noted in the 2013 Trend Report released by The Spa Association (SPAA).
Podiatrist-Owned CleanSpa Sets a Shining Example
CleanSpa is a partnership of a podiatrist and nail technicians in a new spa setting — the foot spa. Here, nail technicians have the opportunity to perform pedicures for people who not only need their services, but appreciate their special expertise.
UV Nail Lamps Do Not Increase Skin Cancer Risk, New Study Finds
UV nail lamps do not appear to significantly increase the lifetime risk of keratinocyte carcinoma — a type of non-melanoma skin cancer — in consumers, reports a study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
San Francisco Recognizes Healthy Nail Salons
San Francisco’s Healthy Nail Salon Program aims to reward nail salons that make safer choices for their employees, customers, and the environment.
Fancy Footrest Is Ergonomic
The new Gulfstream footrest is ergonomically designed with contoured footrest pads and an adjustable center pad to gently elevate the client’s feet, creating ease for both the technician and client.