On the Road: SpaBar

Patricia Oropeza gives her feet a much-needed break at SpaBar

Creative Nail Design Gypsy Nail

Created with customized Mosaic Powders and rhinestones, this jewel-encrusted design is simple to create and easy to wear.

Custom Mixing Young Nails’ Kaleidoscope Gel Paint

Kaleidoscope Gel Paint from Young Nails is a nine-color collection made from the company’s Synergy Gel to give maximum coverage.

The Secret Lives of Nail Techs

Life outside the salon is the norm for a number of techs who enjoy a variety of alternative careers in nails. A few of them share what their life is like working on photo shoots, on luxury cruise liners, in hospital-based spas, at resorts, and as manufacturer’s educators.

Boost Your Self-Esteem, Increase Your Salon Success

Do you find yourself taking things your clients and coworkers tell you personally? Are you occasionally irritable? Maybe your self-esteem could use a pick-me-up. Here’s how you can improve your attitude about yourself and in the process increase your salon success.

Duck Nails Invade the O.C.

Duck nails are flared nail reminiscent of a duck’s splayed foot.

Are You Sure You’re Insured?

As a salon owner, why wouldn’t you protect your business assets — including your employees? While insurance can be a less-than-thrilling topic, getting educated, getting quoted, and getting covered will pay off in the long run. Booth renters, the same holds true for you.

On the Road: Salon Salon

While in Orlando for the premiere Show, I decided to venture outside of my normal routine and get a pedicure. After all, I figured the weather would be warm enough to wear sandals, and if that was going to be the case, my feet needed to look decent.

Board Blues

What proposed changes in California could mean for the industry.