Nail Salons Capture a Bit of Old Hollywood

Marilyn Monroe’s glamorous legacy and engaging personality provide the inspiration behind Marilyn Monroe Spas.

Children in the Salon: Handle With Care

Should you allow children in your salon? What are the dangers inherent in doing so and have you trained your staff to respond to problem situations?

On the Road: Kenneth Wildes Salons

Guest Blog: Beauty Around the World with Maisie Dunbar

Maisie Dunbar tells us about her experience training nail techs at Glow Salon & Spa in Liberia.

Mary's Place Combines a Salon, Laundromat, and Car Wash

When salon owner Mary Sims sees a need, she develops a new business. Blushes Salon, Soap Opera Laundromat, and Valet Car Wash keep the customers satisfied.

Salon, Suite Salon

Faced with the prohibitive costs of starting a business mixed with a desire for independence, some nail techs are turning to salon suites. These so-called “beauty malls” offer upwardly mobile techs a stepping stone between employee and salon owner.

Double the Fun

What happens when creative entrepreneurs combine their passions to build multipurpose businesses? You get more than your average nail salon.  

The Place to Be

In the glitzy entertainment destination of South Beach, Fla., a former model’s salons — Lace Nail Lab and Lace Beauty Lab — become high-end neighborhood hangouts.

Mosquito Mayhem: New Study Reveals the States With the Biggest Bug Problems

If you're ever struggling for a conversation starter, this buggy bit of news might offer some appointment talk.