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For many people, a pedicure is a relaxing beauty ritual. But what most don’t realize is that this simple service, if done without proper hygiene and sanitation, can cause serious infections and long-term health issues.
Are your salon procedures safe for the health-sensitive community? Beauty industry expert Joy Johnson shares her tips for a safe salon and spa.
Nail technician, esthetician, and product developer Joy Johnson has specialized in diabetic pedicures for years. We sat down with her to pick her brain about the benefits, risks, and opportunities associated with catering your services to health-sensitive communities.
As sandal season gets underway, here is what the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology advises consumers to look for when selecting a salon for their pedicure service.
Think twice before applying a topical antibiotic to a client's wound — it may hinder the healing process.
VOESH will preview its 2020 Holiday Collection as part of its #VOESHLOVE Virtual Trade Show. Virtual workshops will inspire, educate and prepare salon owners and nail technicians for the future.
Registration is now open for NAILS’ second-annual Foot Forward Summit! Held in Atlanta, August 11-13, the event will feature nail techs, foot care experts, and medical professionals who will share their knowledge and create a roadmap for your growth and success.
Luraco’s Magna Jet is designed specifically to work with pedicure liners.
When a client has a chronic illness, precautions may have to be taken to ensure no aspect of the service endangers her health further. Learn who is at risk.
When a disease is as common as diabetes, it’s easy to forget that diabetic foot care is hardly a routine matter. Educate yourself on the serious issues that can result from a simple pedicure.
Performing a pedicure soon after a client shaves can cause potential harm.
The over-70 set can benefit from manicures and pedicures, as long as their health and safety are paramount. Learn the unique challenges of dealing with an older clientele.
Proper training is crucial when using an e-file. Here are some of North American School of Podology president Vicki Malo’s top tips for using e-files in pedicures.
Make sure clients know not to shave their legs within 24 hours of receiving a pedicure.
Tell clients a foot file should have an abrasive surface, not a blade or the look of a cheese grater.
After building successful nail businesses, these techs set their sights on the greater good. From giving Georgia salon professionals a voice in government to raising pedicure safety standards to putting pressure on Connecticut to add a manicurist license, their accomplishments are everyone’s gain. Get inspired and get involved.
Catering to clients whose medical needs require a special level of care or who just want an extra dose of pampering is what concierge manicuring is all about. Providing these specialized services away from the traditional salon environment is a growing trend that presents an exciting opportunity for motivated nail techs.
