Infamous shatters the poised façade of fame with a palette that can’t conceal its dark side. Liquid night tones of glittering black, deep crimson and smoky teal step into a spotlight punctuated with opulent gold sparkle, flashes of brilliant red and smooth frosty ivory.
This month’s cover comes to you all the way from Russia. Russian women are very fashion-conscious and feminine in their styles. With a full set of nails costing around $120 U.S. dollars (and rebalances costing $60) not all women can afford enhancements, but a growing number of women visit salons regularly.
In the The Hunger Games, protagonist Katniss Everdeen’s nails were described vividly as having flame designs. Here are a few The Hunger Games-inspired designs that you’ve painted on your client’s nails.
Last year’s NAILS’ Next Top Nail Artist second runner up, Danielle Costantino, has a few tricks up her sleeve when it comes to mixed-media nail design.
Before a client has even sat down, she has decided whether your salon has its act together, and scent is the one piece of that first impression most salons leave to chance. Aura House co-owner Leif Frey makes the honest case for ambient scent in a salon, including why ventilation, not fragrance, is the answer to fumes. Plus, the four decisions that matter more than which scent you pick.
While cleanliness is important, abrasive cleaners and harsh chemicals can damage and crack leather and vinyl. A trio of all natural, gentle cleaners can expand the lifespan of your furniture.