
Take a Tip From ... NSI's Tina T. Albanese-Stauffer
NSI educator shares one of her best kept "little" money makers.

NSI educator shares one of her best kept "little" money makers.

Whether cute, comfy, or for emergencies only, every woman has at least one pair of flip flops. Display some fun footwear and your client may walk out wearing a pair.

Reusable bags are not only good for the environment, they’re good for your salon’s image.

It’s nice to have an extra sunglass or eyeglass case in case one goes missing, or just for some variety. Display cute cases that catch the eye, and your grateful client may remember that she has unprotected frames in her oversized bag.

Part of the appeal of the old-fashioned candy counter was the brilliant display methods, says Julie Shepperly, director of education for Milady. “They put everything front and center, bold and beautiful."

Personal and systemic treatment can make for a better connection with customers.

Abrioné has two brand new body cleansers out this season.

Provide creative, all-occasion cards for those browsing the retail area of your salon.

Industrial designer Christopher Rozek has done the seemingly impossible: He's made sanitation sexy.

Spring is just around the corner and what better way to ring in the new season than with bath products that'll make your clients feel as fresh as the morning sun.
Once you've switched to a computerized system of scheduling clients, tracking sales and managing inventory, there's no going back to a manual system.
Ever wonder why you can go to any Starbucks in any town, in any state and have the exact same experience? You guessed it: they have systems! They probably can't spell your drink but they can

Whiter Image unveils the TOGO Whitening Pen.

Editor’s Note: In this occasional series, we follow along as -Adrienne, a mother of two who moved last year with her husband to North Carolina, works to rebuild her nail business from scratch. She’s working with Heather, a certified salon success coach, to help her succeed. If you missed the first two installments, see NAILS’ -February and June 2008 issues or visit The Coaching Chronicles blog at http://blogs.nailsmag.com/coach.

Nail techs have more than just nails through which they showcase their creative talents. Take a look at products they make at home and sell at their salons.

Spread holiday cheer and ring in the New Year with CND’s seasonally fragranced Scentsations.

Estelina’s Body Candle has a relaxing aroma and the melted wax can be used as a soothing moisturizer.