A Perk for Military Members

Va-Va Varnish salon in San Diego, Calif., offers active military members and their spouses a 15% discount on all services, add-ons, and retail.

Show Your Team Colors

We have begun to notice all of the businesses in our area. We have realized that there is so much potential surrounding us. We have compiled a list of the companies near our salon we can

Salon Infections Prompt Warnings, Rule Changes in Several States

iIn South Carolina, the Board of Cosmetology issued an alert to licensees, reminding them of the proper disinfecting procedures for footbaths after two salon patrons received skin infections from whirlpool pedicure spas in two different salons.

RSVP to Our Grand Opening Party

The salon is having its grand opening party on Thursday (March 19). The event — which will be an open house including free mini-manicures, Murad mini-facials and drinks and food provided by sponsor Hearst Publications  —

Recruiting Students: Inexperience Has Its Advantages

Courting cosmetology students to find new techs for your salon takes some effort, but in a tough recruiting environment, it makes a lot of sense.

The Big Bang: Surefire Ideas for a Successful Launch

If you’re ready to introduce a new product or service, you’ll want to do all you can to make sure it explodes onto the scene and into your clients’ consciousness. Keep reading to learn how your peers successfully launched a new product line or service offering.

Attracting a College Crowd

College students are a new and interesting demographic for nail salons to target. 

Effortlessly Fill your Book and Make Piles of Money Now!

Wouldn’t it be nice if such an opportunity existed? While conventional wisdom says the beauty industry is recession-proof, savvy nail techs are not content to wait for business to fall in their lap. It takes much effort, planning, and will to grow business during an economic downturn. Here we’ve asked proactive nail techs to share their secrets for filling their books and attracting new clients when everyone is in a financial pinch.

Princess Spa Parties a Hit

January and February have been extremely slow months for us. Being sick for most of January and February, I saw how important it is to have techs working for me who are reliable and able to