
Spring 2011 Color Trends from the Pantone Institute
For spring 2011, designers continue to satisfy consumers’ need to escape everyday challenges with intriguing color combinations that transport them to foreign lands.

For spring 2011, designers continue to satisfy consumers’ need to escape everyday challenges with intriguing color combinations that transport them to foreign lands.

Amber Edwards of Suzanne Denee Salon, Saint Charles, Ill., offers a CA Botanica pedicure that is the perfect guilt-free chocolate indulgence for your clients.

Salon footique in Columbus, Ga., shows how to perform a decadent The Dessert pedicure.

Amber Edwards at Suzanne Denee Salon, Saint Charles, Ill., shares the steps for doing a Fizzing Chocolate Peppermint Spa Pedicure. CA Botanica products are used.

V.I.P. uses a combination of CND's marine pedicure products with bright light therapy to boost clients' energy during winter months.

A demonstration of a winter warming pedicure.

A demonstration of a winter warming pedicure.

Step-by-step by Vito Mazza Salon & Day Spa, Woodbridge, N.J.

I would like to offer themed manicures and pedicures for my clients. I want a relaxing spa atmosphere. What are some ideas I can use to create themed services?

Feet are at the forefront of your clients’ minds in the summer, but that still doesn’t mean they don’t want them in tip-top shape when they’re seen during the winter months…even if it’s just running around the house barefoot.

Income cooling off with the weather? Add a touch of heat to bring clients back in from the cold.

The Nail Station in Huntington, Indiana uses an assortment of cranberry inspired products for a nourishingly tart pedicure service.

Salon owners from some of the coldest parts of the U.S. and Canada offer their advice on how to coax those feet back out to enjoy satisfying winter pedicures.
Here in North Carolina, Spring is in the air. Everything is blooming, beautiful, and changing. It is definitely a symbol of what's happening here at the salon. Change is in the air.

From Skin Deep The Body Spa in Huntington Beach, Calif. comes a rejuvinating pedicure tailor-made for those cold winter months.

Spa parties can be a huge money-maker for your salon. NAILS takes the guesswork out of hosting the perfect soiree, providing you with suggested food, decor, services, and more for five fabulous themed parties.

Between the winter blues and covered shoes, you may think pedicures are reserved for the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. But, we’ll show you five salons that still sizzle even when it’s freezing.