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Lexor has introduced “Smart” technology into its pedicure spas to help reduce time technicians spend tending to the equipment.

Lexor has introduced “Smart” technology into its pedicure spas to help reduce time technicians spend tending to the equipment.

In Allure’s December 2008 issue, the magazine listed these salons as the best places for manis and pedis around the country.

The International Pedicure Association (IPA) is continuing its mission of educating and providing support for pedicure professionals following the death of its founder, Dr. Dennis Arnold, who passed away in late 2008.

Blu Water Day Spa in Kensington, Md. uses a blend of herbs, salts, and essential oils in unique treatments designed to fit each client's needs to relax, energize, detoxify or recharge.

There’s a hot tip circulating among educators to help techs with their glitter applications.

Step-by-step by The Nail Bar, Hermosa Beach, Calif.

The natural pastel colors and polka-dotted seeds of this well-known fruit provide a simple model for techs to recreate on the limited toenail plate.

Julie Nguyen, owner and founder of Blu Water Day Spa, has plenty of experience in the beauty industry. Coming to the United States when she was 16 and building on the beauty training she received in Vietnam, she worked in hair, then nails and cosmetics, and was quickly able to purchase her own salon.

Race off with new clients when you add a runner’s pedi.

Introducing the top-selling OPI Nail Lacquer shades you and your clients love in a long-lasting, UV-cured, soak-off gel formula! Axxium Soak-Off Gel Lacquers are easy to apply for smooth, flawless results. Polish it on similar to nail lacquer, then UV cure!

Step-by-step by Extremedys, West Hollywood, Calif.

If clients complain about the price of a pedicure, tell them about Amp Salon’s VIP pedicure, which just might be the world’s most expensive feet treat.

What better to accompany Salon Utopia’s Yin and Yang Pedicure than a tempting array of sushi and sake?

The pedicure started as an afterthought in the nail industry but has grown into a popular, high-profile service. Adding a professional foot massage can increase profits and solidify your client base.

Those subtle classy toes peeking out beneath a sandal may look like they’re flashing just ordinary polish, but in fact they could be secretly showcasing the newest trend in feet — gel toes. Here's a step-by-step.

It’s important to pay extra attention to callus filing, because when clients go home and feel the refreshing softness of their feet, they’ll realize that the only way to repeat this wonderful sensation is to go back for another pedicure.

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.