Week 2: First Full Set and a Fantasy Competition!

This was an exciting week, to say the least. My school held a school-wide competition, between ALL the departments. The theme was fantasy. It was up to each person to decide if they wanted to be a

Return From Florida

It’s a sad day when Lynn has to get on a plane to leave Florida. I would happily move there today. But at the very least, I plan to retire there. (I know I know, retirement

Week 21: Are We Done Yet?

Three weeks to go!

Week 7: Becoming the “It” Place to Party

These days, most salons offer party packages of some type or another. You may service the occasional bridal or birthday party, or maybe you market a “Girl’s Night Out” party package for clients to book with their friends, but have you fully tapped into the party market? Have you ever thought about actually throwing the party yourself?

Former Model Opens High Fashion Salon in Florida

In the glitzy entertainment destination of South Beach, Fla., a former model’s salons — Lace Nail Lab and Lace Beauty Lab — become high-end neighborhood hangouts.

Summer 2018 Key West Collection

This summer, Diamond Cosmetics has released 7 vibrant shades, inspired by the vivid color palette of Key West. 

Week 1: We Can Do This!

I've learned that being the first to introduce yourself or crack a joke can make the first day less stressful. It breaks the ice and makes everyone a little less tense.

So this is how it goes....

I graduated from manicuring school at age 17 — in 1989, it shocks me to type it! Originally, manicuring was going to pay for my way through college. Good pay, flexible hours, blah, blah, blah. I

The Health Club at The Westin Maui

Last year, my best friend Emily and I both turned 30 and as birthday presents to ourselves, we planned a vacation to Hawaii to celebrate.