Wellness
How Ventilation Reduces Solvents in Nail Salons
This video, from the Local Hazardous Waste Program in King County, Washington, shows the measurement levels of common nail salon solvents in the air, both with and without source-capture ventilation. Watch move videos on salon ventilation.
Less Stress
Along with an increase of goodwill, the holidays often usher in an elevated level of anxiety. This year, take steps to create a season filled with more merry and less stress.
The Future of Anti-Aging for Hands
Harper's Bazaar's November issue discussed different ways in which women are dealing with and seeking cosmetic treatment for aging hands.
Nail Vacuum System by Erica's ATA Inc.
Erica of EricasATA Inc. shares how to assemble and use the company's nail vacuum system.
Treating Fungus With Lasers
For years, treatment of fungal nails has been frustrating and only nominally successful. At last, evidence of safe, effective treatment provides hope.
LaVaque Scoop/Spatula and Nail Art: FingerNailFixer Favorites
FingerNailFixer Holly Schippers has partnered with LaVaque Professional on a nail art tools combo set. The set includes the LaVaque Scoop/Spatula featured in this video. Schippers shows how to use these to make it mix products together. Get more information on the FingerNailFixer combo set on LaVaque's website. Related Video: LaVaque Thumb Palette and Nail Art: FingerNailFixer Favorites
LaVaque Thumb Palette and Nail Art: FingerNailFixer Favorites
FingerNailFixer Holly Schippers has partnered with LaVaque Professional on a nail art tools combo set. The set includes the LaVaque Thumb Palette featured in this video. Schippers shows how to use the Thumb Palette to make it easier to create nail art. Get more information on the FingerNailFixer combo set on LaVaque's website. Related Video: LaVaque Scoop/Spatula and Nail Art: FingerNailFixer Favorites
Foot Problems Pervasive in U.S., Says Survey
This year, the Institute for Preventive Foot Health (IPFH) sponsored it’s second broad-based survey of the state of foot health in the United States. The survey found 78% of U.S. adults age 21+ report they have had one or more problems with their feet at some time in their lives.
Detox Blocks
Foot Detoxification Blocks of natural Himalayan salt help to cleanse the body in an easy, painless way, according to manufacturer Designed 4 Life.
Eco Polish Expands
Redbook Mag, in its November 2012 issue, featured two new eco-friendly polish brands: Scotch Naturals and Sula.
Under the Microscope: Neuromas
A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that may develop in various parts of the body, often the foot.
Keep the Lid on Acrylic Odors
When dealing with acrylic odor, of course fume extraction is very important, but so are good work habits, says Jesse Bruner, owner of Jesse David Nail Design in Wilmington, Del.
Gelish Introduces VitaGel Vitamin-Enriched Soak-Off Gel
New from Gelish, VitaGel Vitamin Enriched Soak-Off Gel is an LED/UV light-cured vitamin nail strengthener that comes in two original formulas: Strength and Recovery.
New UV Sterilization System Works in Seconds
Science and Light Technology has developed a new sterilization system that utilizes UV light to purge 99.99% of bacteria, mold, and viruses from salon implements.
Under the Microscope: Onychorrhexis
Onychorrhexis describes the thinning and longitudinal ridging that often accompanies brittle nails.
Barbicide
Barbicide kills fungus and germs and protects against diseases.
Extreme Nailing
Depending on conditions, clients’ hands and feet may be puffy, moist, and sweaty or cold, dry, and numb. A tech needs to know how to compensate for these changes so she can apply product to a consistent, stable nail surface each time.