NAILS 10k-a-Day Challenge
Join us as we strive to walk 10,000 steps every day in the month of January.
by Tracy Rubert
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SEARCHMENUSEARCHJoin us as we strive to walk 10,000 steps every day in the month of January.
In an attempt to adopt better habits in 2016, we’re rounding up a list of attainable nail goals to strive for this year.
Just four days left until the NAILS 10k-a-Day Walking Challenge begins! On January 1, nail techs everywhere will lace up their sneakers and take to the sidewalk (or trail, or mall, or wherever) to jump- start a healthy new year.
Extra pounds got you down? Jump start the new year and become a healthy nail tech with our fitness formula for 2016.
Just in time for your healthy New Year’s resolutions, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite tools and products to help you stay healthy, fit, and fabulous on the job.
Something to keep in mind during a busy holiday schedule.
To help with the seasonal madness, Holly wil share a helpful tip for the next 12 days.
As the leading cause of death in the United States, heart disease is something we should all be concerned about. Because nail technology is a relatively sedentary job, it’s important to learn the risk factors and make sure you’re taking proper preventive measures to protect your heart health.
Osteoarthritis is often referred to as a “wear-and-tear” disease, and because of the repetitive nature of their work, nail techs are at risk to develop this form of arthritis. Spot the symptoms and learn ways to prevent and treat this painful condition.
Performing nail services requires you to sit all day, and staying in one position too long is one of the risk factors for developing vein diseases, such as varicose veins. Age, diet, weight, and other factors also play into the odds. Learn to identify your risk factors and recognize and treat these unsightly, sometimes painful veins.
As a nail tech, you may have at one time suffered from product-related allergies. From itchy, dry cuticles, to burning skin and eczema, symptoms caused by allergies to common ingredients can range from mild to severe. Learn to spot these aggravating symptoms and treat them accordingly.
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.
A new study published in the journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery asserts that more breast cancer patients can now qualify for a complex nipple-saving surgery.
Nail Spex are clever, hand-designed safety glasses that trendy and fun.
Why it’s important — and conscientious — for everyone in the nail business to know their state legislation and employee labor laws.
Most people suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. As a nail tech, you’re more likely than most to suffer from occasional or even chronic back pain as a result of sitting for extended periods of time. Find out what you can do now to treat and prevent back pain.
It’s said we spend one third of our lives sleeping, but many of us never seem to get enough. If you’re having problems getting enough sleep or are having sleep difficulties, you probably don’t have enough energy to do your best job in the salon. Find out what you can do now to get more shut-eye.