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SEARCHAccording to Allure magazine's June 2012 issue, one walk on the beach could scrub the shine right off a pedicure. With the right tricks, clients can keep theirs looking fresh through a beach vacation this summer.
According to Allure magazine's June 2012 issue, one walk on the beach could scrub the shine right off a pedicure. With the right tricks, clients can keep theirs looking fresh through a beach vacation this summer. Pass on the following tips:
Beware of sunscreen. Don't get us wrong, your toes need sunscreen just as much as the rest of your body. But your toenails don't. UV blockers in sunscreens can cause polish to turn yellow. Shield nails with your index finger when you spray your feet with sunscreen, or blot excess with a towel.
Top it off. Most topcoats have unpronounceable ingredients, like benzophenone-1 and octocrylene, that absorb UV light and prevent it from breaking down the color. But the effectiveness wanes over time. Try Zoya Armor Top Coat or Orly Sunscreen for Nails, and reapply every other day.
Fake it. If you notice your polish starting to dull despite your best efforts, rub in a drop of oil (body, hair, olive — it doesn't matter) to restore shine until your next dip or shower.
Allure also recommends carrying the following items for quick fixes: Sephora by OPI Brush-On Cuticle Oil; Tweezerman Mini Nail Rescue Kit; Cutex Nail Polish Remover One-Step Pads; and Essie's Non Yellowing Top Coat.
Before a client has even sat down, she has decided whether your salon has its act together, and scent is the one piece of that first impression most salons leave to chance. Aura House co-owner Leif Frey makes the honest case for ambient scent in a salon, including why ventilation, not fragrance, is the answer to fumes. Plus, the four decisions that matter more than which scent you pick.
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Premiere Show Group has announced IN FOCUS, the creative campaign behind the Premiere 2027 Show Tour, developed in collaboration with award-winning Ashlee Norman Hair & Team.
For Halloween, Sam Villa ArTeam's Ellen Devine creates witchy vibes with her Maleficent look.
Sofia Vergara, Lucy Hale, Alison Brie, John Salley, Brian Austin Green and more honored the best achievements in Science Behind Beauty, Health & Wellness at this glittering event.
Stress was the factor respondents blamed most often when their skin worsened, cited by 54%, followed by diet at 37% and hormones at 35%.
The anniversary campaign includes a proposed French Manicure Day and submission of the original French Manicure Kit for consideration by the Smithsonian's Personal Care and Cosmetics Collection.
The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.
For Christian Cowan’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, the designer drew inspiration from classic feminine silhouettes, reimagined with a cool edge and unexpected textures.
MelodySusie is celebrating its 17th anniversary. It is a time to celebrate another year of growth, another year of innovation, and another chapter of the journey we've shared with nail lovers around the world. From first-time nail enthusiasts and bold creators to professionals turning passion into a career, we’re grateful for every person and community who has made nail artistry their own.
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Join us in congratulating this year's list of hardworking, game-changing individuals.
