Happy Anniversary!

We often get asked by our new clients: How long has the salon been open? Our response is always since April, which seems like just a few months ago, but it really has been almost a

Signature Services: Toasted Coconut Hot chocolate Pedicure

On the MenuThis skin-smoothing treatment is crisp yet sweetly comforting. A creamy milk bath with coconut milk and chicory root soothes before a thorough exfoliation. A chocolate mask, rich in CoQ10, provides antioxidants and nourishment, breathing new life into your clients’ skin. A shea and cocoa butter massage finish leaves skin with warm, sweet notes of coconut.

Healthy Tech: Fran Smith

Nail tech Fran Smith of Glasgow, Scotland, keeps a fitness routine that has allowed her to scale mountains and compete in obstacle course events.

Q & A: Retail Strategy

I’d appreciate it if you could elaborate on your statement about how services cover your overhead, but retail is for profit. What is your retail strategy?T Robbie, co-owner: Retail is key for us. As an OPI concept

A Message From “The Manicurist”

Editor’s note: If you’ve cracked open your December issue, you’ve probably seen the latest installment of questions and answers from “The Manicurist.” In her real life, this tough-talker is Bulls Gap, Tenn.-based salon owner Rebecca Seals.

Are You Using Too Many Hashtags on Facebook?

Find out if you're using Facebook to promote yourself and your business effectively. 

I Wonder What I Left Under That Carpet?

I’ve been with Attitudes Salon for almost two years now since I decided I was “totally over” owning my own salon after nine years. Monday was the third time I’ve rearranged my space. I live in the

Polished Featured on TV!

Hi all, I know it's been a while since my last post. I've been so insanely busy.My salon is doing so well and we are busier than ever, but I had to make the hard decision

Trend Watch: Polo

Sporty goes versatile with this preppy, buttoned-up look.