Grieving the "New Normal"

Have you ever heard of the stages of grief? With everything going on, we are grieving our “normal”. That means you should give yourself permission to feel the way you feel.

Traveling and Competing: Two Goals Met

Wowza Jill, I am sorry that your foot is broken. It is definitely harder to work towards your goals when you are short a fully functioning limb. I can see why you were frustrated with not

Dark Lips, Light Nails

For clients who lean toward darker lipstick, let them know that a mauve-y gray polish will balance out the color.

Educating your client is KEY

June 9, 2010One thing that my instructor tells us every day is that your clients will keep coming to you if you educate them on what you are doing, why you are doing it, and how

Gena Labs Moves Into Larger Facility, Sites Increased Demand for Product

For over half a century, Gena Laboratories, Inc. has manufactured quality, professional beauty products. The Dallas based company was purchased by Howard F. Black and Don Cottam in 1979 and has experienced dramatic sales growth each successive year. Prior to the purchase, Gena was primarily known for its Adios products of Nail Polish Removers, Warm-O-Lotion and Warm-O-Later Manicure Heaters.

Fair Warning: How to Let an Employee Go Properly

Written employee guidelines are a salon Owner’s best defense against employee’ misunderstanding or even worse, a wrongful termination lawsuit.

My Tutorial Videos Now Come in Two Formats

I’ll be posting bonus Christmas design tutorials through the end of the year on my YouTube channel.

Nail Art How-To: “Bee” Creative

Start a buzz of your own by brightening clients’ nails with busy bees.

On My Mind: Your Wish Was Our Command

With changes on the horizon, NAILS Magazine's 25th anniversary is a fitting time for reflecting on its past and envisioning its future.