Wellness
Empire Opens Eco-Friendly Model School
From hair recycling to building design to the products Empire Education Group students use, the new Empire location in Lauderhill, Fla., is an environmentally friendly concept school and a meaningful first step in the greening of the entire company.
Up Your Green Profile With Envi Reusable Bags
Reusable bags are not only good for the environment, they’re good for your salon’s image.
Removing Acrylic Nails: A D-I-Y Checklist
For those rare occasions when one of your clients has to remove her acrylics on her own, outside of the salon, make sure she is prepared and does it correctly so she does not damage her nails. Here’s a tear-out do-it-yourself sheet for your clients and some tips from fellow nail techs on how to handle this subject with your clients.
Secret Ingredient: Cucumber
Cucumbers are used in a variety of beauty products due to their anti-inflammatory, moisture-regulating, soothing, and cooling properties.
On My Mind: Seeing Green
Are you a conscious salon?
by Hannah Lee
Pregnant Clients: Essential Oils to Avoid
It's hard to believe that the practice of aromatherapy could be harmful to a pregnant client.
by Judy Lessin
What Are Spoon Nails?
Spoon nails are a common nail abnormality that can be easily overlooked because the mildest cases are hard to recognize. But be observant; early detection can alert clients to the early stages of a more serious medical condition.
OPI Nail Lacquer Supports Lung Cancer Foundation
Lung cancer is the number-one killer of women in terms of cancer deaths.
I’ll Drink to That
When clients are thirsty, what do you hand them? What you give them to drink inevitably leaves its mark on the planet, so some salons and spas are choosing wisely.
Aerovex Systems' Sunflower II
Sunflower II catches nail dust at the source, helping you create a fresh air environment for you and your employees. Visit http://www.aerovexsystems.com/ for more information.
Nail Envy
OPI’s Nail Envy Natural Nail Strengthener strengthens nails and maintains them with hydrolyzed wheat protein and calcium.
Designer Sterilizer Jars
Sanitize in style with a designer series of sterilizer jars that complement your salon decor.
Balmy Bay Body Cleanser
Abrioné has two brand new body cleansers out this season.
Naturally Clean
Naturally Clean by Essie is a complete nail care system that cleanses hands and nails while restoring hydration.
Sea Salt Scrub
Nordic Care’s Sea Salt Scrub is a warming exfoliator that smoothes and softens skin.
Cherish Color Collection
SpaRitual’s Spring 2009 Color Collection, Cherish, features six new expressions of color that range from princess pink to baby blue.
PC Polishes?
Shape Magazine highlights water-based polish line.