Old School, Take 3

This month, three more manufacturers give us their take on how the industry has changed and where it is headed.

Just My Opinion: A Client’s Point of View

A client talks about her own perspective getting her nails done and what she'd like to see different. 

Retail Boutique: Eco-Friendly Kitchenware

Why not let your green salon serve as an inspiration to your clients? From recyclable beverage glasses to organic soaps in your bathroom, if your products are sustainable and cute, everyone will be wondering where you shop — and you can point them in the direction of your retail space.

Prepared for Repairs?

Gel lamps, pedicure thrones and e-files are vital to your business. So what do you do if they go on the blink? Dealing with a major equipment malfunction shouldn't force you to shutter up the shop. Be proactive with this handy guide.

Inverness Corp.: Breaking the Time Barrier Through Product Design

Inverness proves its penchant for good ideas with the introduction of Nail Lab, a start-to-finish approach to nail care that incorporates new design concepts: Pre-Wraps® Nail Tips.

AII Acquires It’s So Easy, Poshé

In February 2011, American International Industries (A.I.I.) announced the acquisition of It’s So Easy Nails, a line of nail art accessories, products, and tools. A.I.I. also acquired certain assets from Almell Products, Inc., including the Poshé brand.

As the Pendulum Swings

Booth renters gained a foothold more than two decades ago as salon owners sought to lower their overheads in the face of stiff competition. But today salon owners are finding that booth rental doesn’t allow adequate profitability and more are considering employee setups in their establishments. Is the pendulum swinging from self-employment to salon employment?

A Postcard from the Smokies

I was thrilled to hear from nail tech and event organizer Jill Wright that this year’s Nail Tech Networking Event of the Smokies was bigger and better than ever. Here’s her report from this flourishing, education-packed

“From Kindergarten Pencils To No. 2s”

For six to eight weeks, Gene Juarez’s advance training students make refining their skills a full-time job.