allergic reactions

Ouch! The Downsides of Success

Successful nail techs boast a loyal clientele, a respectable income, and immeasurable workplace perks. They also endure frequent neck and back pain, sore thumb and fingers, and eye strain. You can’t have one without the other – or can you? Take a look at these common maladies and see what can be done to avoid the downside of success.

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My Biggest Challenge Is…

A career in the nail industry has its fair share of rewards, but with it can come issues that challenge even the most die-hard professional. From finding it difficult to retail products to being allergic to chemicals in the salon, it seems almost every nail tech has some concerns regarding her occupation.

When Your Body Betrays You

What happens when the job you love becomes the source of your ill health? Rather than giving up nails, make some adjustments when you become “allergic to your job.”

Taking Care of Older Clients

Older clients require extra care to keep their hands and feet in good condition. Give them the attention they deserve by creating services just for them, adding extras that will benefit them such as paraffin dips, and keeping them educated on at-home care.

Allergies in the Salon: A Guide for Clients

Here are few of the main reasons enhancement-related skin allergies occur and some useful tips for avoiding them.

Preventing Allergic Reactions

After month of receiving enhancements with no problems, your client develops redness and then swelling around her cuticles.

The Help Desk Panel Answers Your Questions

This month our guest panelists deal with lifting, allergic reactions, and the difference between a "classic pedicure" and a spa-type pedicure.

Are You Allergic to Work in the Salon?

Understand your risk of allergic and irritant reactions to the products you work with and you can probably prevent problems before they start.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Nail Doctor

Your questions answered! What causes fungus, what to do about brittle nails, and more.

The Nail Doctor

The Nail Doctor answers your questions about strep, overgrowth, and white spots.

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