Travel Talk

Are you a road warrior — always jetting off to a tradeshow or workshop somewhere in the world? If so, these great resources, ideas, and travel tips will make your life a little easier.

Faces of Breast Cancer

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we reached out to some courageous nail techs who have braved breast cancer and asked that they share their stories.

Her Surroundings Are Simply Sumptuous

After an absence of a dozen years, Rozanne Sehayik had only been back in the nail industry a few months when she was offered a chance to work as a nail technician.

Clearing Out the Clutter ... From Your Salon

Having problems getting that bottom drawer shut all the way? Do you have boxes, plastic bins, and show bags filled with unused goodies sitting in odd corners? Do you have a cupboard filled to overflowing with nail products and supplies? If so, it’s time to reorganize.

"All in the Family" Takes on a New Meaning

Mothers and daughters discover that their business relationships are based on the same cornerstones as their family life: communication and trust.

On the Road: SaVerne

SaVerne Smith’s nail salon is located alongside several other independent beauty businesses in a revitalized area of Los Angeles.

On the Road in Elk Grove, CA

Says NAILS salesperson Michelle Mullen: "My first pedicure was causing me a little anxiety but Laura Mix, founder/VP of Footworks in Elk Grove, Calif., welcomed us with her lovely smile and I began to relax."

Ex-Execs Take to Salon Life

Call them corporate drop-outs or beauty drop-ins, we’d like to introduce you to four salon owners who abandoned the corporate fast track for the rewards of salon life and get their take on the industry.

My Other Life: Katherine Fahrig, belly dancer

Katherine Fahrig, nail technician. In her other life: belly dancer.