How to Support a Client With Cancer
It’s hard to know the etiquette for supporting a client — or coworker — in her battle against cancer.
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SEARCHMENUSEARCHIt’s hard to know the etiquette for supporting a client — or coworker — in her battle against cancer.
You might think that another nail tech would be critical of your work, but performing services on her shouldn’t be intimidating as long as you follow the same procedure you would with any valued client. Review these common nail tech health and nail issues, and follow some helpful tips so your client can relax and be on the receiving end of an enjoyable, soothing nail service for a change.
Sinful Colors is asking fans to paint their thumbnails red as a reminder to drive safely.
As our population ages, chances are you are already seeing an increase in the number of older clients coming to you for services. From nail issues such as dryness and brittleness to compromised health, elderly clients often face special challenges. Learn to identify your mature clients’ health concerns to help provide them with a beneficial and enjoyable nail service.
With all the nail salon “horror stories” in the news recently, you may be seeing more clients who have sanitation concerns. These concerns can range from mild worry to full-blown germaphobia. Learn how to put your clients’ fears at ease and help them enjoy a safe and healthy nail service.
Industry scientist, Doug Schoon, addresses the most recent information about fungal nail infections and the potential for secondary mold infections of the nail plate. Schoon also answers questions about how nail dehydrators improve adhesion of L&P nail coatings to the natural nail. If you have any questions for Schoon, e-mail Sigourney.Nunez@bobit.com. For more information on Schoon and his weekly video series, Face-to-Face with Doug Schoon, click here.
One in four women and one in nine men who walk through your salon door are potential victims of domestic violence. Read on to find out how can you spot it and what you should do about it.
This video demonstration shows you how to apply IBX and IBX Repair on your gel-polish clients to help toughen natural nails.
Clients who suffer from onychophagia (nail biting) can sustain a variety of problems ranging from infections to weakened teeth. Educate yourself about these conditions to help your clients take a bite out of their bad habit.
This nail polish changes colors when exposed to the date rape drug.
Fashion-forward clients who love their stilettos can suffer a variety of foot problems ranging from calluses to neuromas. Educate yourself about these conditions to ensure your “well-heeled” clients are a shoe-in for foot health.
While cancer patients can benefit greatly from receiving nail services, chemotherapy and radiation can cause serious side effects that you as a nail tech need to be aware of. Read on to learn more about how to provide safe, skillful, compassionate nail services to your clients who are battling cancer.
With summer in full swing, it’s time to cast off heavy socks and shoes in favor of open-toed shoes and sandals. As your clients’ feet emerge from hibernation, share these tips for summer foot care.
The towels are lint-free, strong, disposable, and absorbent.
Your pregnant client needs special pampering — her hormones are raging, and she probably can’t see her own feet or even clip her toenails! Learn about the challenges she’s facing so you can lend a helping hand and ease her discomfort.
Arthritis is America’s #1 cause of disability. Educate yourself about this often debilitating disease, and then try some of our techniques and suggestions for providing a service that offers comfort to your clients suffering with arthritis pain.
Diabetic clients have very specific needs and concerns when it comes to nail services, especially pedicures. Below are some of the symptoms of diabetes and what you need to know to take the proper precautions to help your diabetic client enjoy a safe and relaxing service.