
On the Road in San Francisco
In San Francisco, you can find a nail salon on practically every block
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In San Francisco, you can find a nail salon on practically every block









Everyone wants to be the master of her own time, but with clients, friends, and family all pulling in different directions, how can we? This is a call to all nail professionals to snatch your appointment book from the hands of your well-meaning (but clueless) clients, and take control.
Getting a good product application can be tough enough just using acrylics or gels, but when you start adding nail art embellishments like glass beads, crushed flowers, small rhinestones, or tiny seashells, you have to take extra care to prevent lifting. Art Club educator Mare Horak explains how she uses embellishments without compromising enhancement quality.
Learn to say “no thank you” to things that don’t match your goals or you just don’t enjoy. And start saying “yes” to things that are more fun, rewarding, and interesting.
Help your business flourish with these must-do tips for instilling your brand in the market place.
Jane Weiner Moate demonstrates how to do Papel Picado Nails for Cinco de Mayo.
Brandy Nelson demonstrates how to do Shirt & Tie for Father’s Day nails.
Lenzi Brock demonstrates how to do Teal Geometry nail art.
In the booming spa industry, skin and Nail care services go hand-in-hand. Some nail techs are even going back to school to get a second license as an esthetician. And with dual licenses, you’ll be coveted by salon owners and clients alike.
Improper storage of nail products can spoil product, make your salon smell worse than a chemical lab, and could present a health or fire hazard.