salon profiles

Modern Nail Salon: Genie in a Bottle

When Skyy Hadley set out to open her own nail spa, she knew she wanted to create a peaceful hideaway spot where her clients could escape to relax. Not too far from the hustle and bustle of New York City, she found that perfect spot in a residential neighborhood in Hoboken, N.J.

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In a Hurry?

While salon owner Melissa Hash originally planned to target teens, she quickly realized that there was demand for a moderately priced, fun, upbeat salon for everyone. Billing itself as an express salon and spa bar, Rush! In Gambrills, Md., is a hip full salon that appeals to the young and young at heart.

Kara Nail Bar

NAILS' art director Danielle Parisi visits Kara Nail Bar in Los Angeles.

On the Road at Mimosa Salon in Hermosa Beach, Calif.

Step Up to the Bar

The Nail Bar in Denver offers natural nail services and specialized medical-style pedicures — which seem to agree quite well with the thousands of fit baby boomers that populate the Mile-High City.

Serenity Now

Amidst the palmettos and pink houses of Charleston, S.C. Bamboo Spa Salon offers a respite from the noise of tourists and grind of daily routines. If a relaxing massage or facial doesn’t calm your nerves, the feng shui of the décor will.

It’s All Natural

At Atir- a Natural Nail Care Clinic, nails do not have to be long to be beautiful. Owner Rita Gregory opened the first all-natural nail salon 16 years ago to fill a void she saw in the nail care industry. Today the franchise is strong in 14 states offering consumers a unique four-step treatment for keeping their natural nails healthy.

From Start-Up to Success [what I learned in my first two years]

Twinsburg, Ohio-based Natural Beauty Salon was established November 9, 2001. As we enter our third year of business, I celebrate, reflect, and never stop moving forward.

On the Road: Main Attraction Nails & Spa

Santa Monica is also home to plenty of salons and spas, perfect for those who’d rather get a massage, manicure, or pedicure instead of heading to the beach.

A Fashionably Beautiful Blend

Talk about making good use of space. This San Francisco nail salon tucked away in a fashionable clothing boutique gives new meaning to the term double duty. Here, clients can shop and get their nails done — all in a hip, eclectic atmosphere.