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Beautification is our business, but what happens when a new client reluctantly reveals feet that appear to defy even our considerable skills? Learn how to talk clients out of their embarrassment and into a regular foot maintenance program.
One of the greatest things about the nail industry is that there are so many options when it comes to building the kind of career you want. Some techs thrive on the excitement and glamour of creating dazzling nail art, while others are fulfilled by working in a medical setting and helping others. NAILS spoke to two techs about their decision to become medical pedicurists, what a typical day is like for them, and how interested nail techs can steer their careers in the same direction.
Tell a woman high heels cause foot problems and she’ll likely agree — but that doesn’t mean she is willing to give them up. You can help your female clients’ feet stay healthy — and beautiful — with special attention during their pedicure and some suggestions for foot care at home.
Learn how to execute a toenail reconstruction service that can be lucrative for you and life-changing for your clients.
Remove annoying calluses within 28 days with Gehwol Callus Cream.
This video demonstrates how you can use Gelous Flexi Gel and Sculpt-X products to execute a toenail reconstruction service.
For far too long products have been the scape goat for what is actually lack of education or care on the part of the nail professional.
Tammy Taylor demonstrates two different types of pedicures that are excellent for regular clients and for diabetics. Everything is disposable and you don’t need to use any metal implements. The Water-Less Spa Pedicure is a spa pedicure using steamed towels instead of a tub of water. The Dry Express Pedicure is the perfect lunch time pedicure that uses no water at all. "I really like these types of pedicures because they are fast, effective, sanitary and they conserve water,” says Taylor.
With nearly 10% of the population diagnosed with diabetes, it’s likely you’ll have clients who battle the disease. Educate. Educate. Educate. Be sure they know you have their safety in mind.
The nail team at DePasquale is trained to recognize a number of foot and nail abnormalities as the result of a collaboration with a local podiatric practice.
