Bacterial Infections Continue to Plague Pedicure Clients

Several San Jose, Calif.-area nail salons are currently under investigation after more than 50 people were affected by a bacterial infection after receiving pedicures.

Nail Technician Licensing Bill Passed In Iowa

The Iowa State Board of Cosmetology started issuing nail technician licenses in late January 1993, just six months after the licensing bill was passed by the state legislature.

I'd Have Baked a Cake!

You may recall the BF and I recently became homeowners. And, seeing as how we are nearing the end of the moving process, it looks like we may also survive to live "happily ever after" after

It's Simple Ergonomics

Pam Karousis found an unusual item to help with back pain felt by many technicians.

Most Wanted Nail Shade for Teens

Teen Vogue named Nicole by OPI's Rainbow in the S-Kylie product number 10 on the magazine's "Ten Most Wanted" list of beauty products.

From Start-Up to Success [what I learned in my first two years]

Twinsburg, Ohio-based Natural Beauty Salon was established November 9, 2001. As we enter our third year of business, I celebrate, reflect, and never stop moving forward.

Editor's note: Start Retailing and Give Yourself a Raise

Elsbeth & Nailtini “Cocktail” the Cast of Dancing With the Stars

Celebrity manicurist Elsbeth partnered with Nailtini to do the nails for the cast of "Dancing with the Stars."

In the Trenches

That’s what they said when they asked me to do this blog. They said they wanted someone who is working “in the trenches.” Which I interpret as meaning someone who is a working nail tech, making