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Caring for the Elderly

Clients ages 8 to 80 enjoy salon services, but how techs handle an 8-year-old client will be different from how they handle her senior counterpart. Techs can develop a reputation for being the go-to girl among this expanding demographic by understanding the needs of an older client — and taking the time to meet those needs.

Wellness

What Are Splinter Hemorrhages?

by Michelle Pratt

They get their name from their resemblance to a little splinter wedged under the nail. In most cases, these small thin lines are harmless. But techs should be aware they could signal a larger problem.

Wellness

New Approach May Render Staph Harmless

by Staff

Exciting new treatment strategy could help the body defend against potentially lethal strains of antibiotic-resistant Staph, also known as MRSA.

Technique

BACKSCRATCHERS Glass Glaze system

by Staff

See how to apply Backscratchers' Glass Glaze system and how to use the Salon Aseptic system

Wellness

BACKSCRATCHERS Salon Vac system

by Staff

Attractive curved front, available in hundreds of colors, matte or gloss finishes, access from the back. When you place your order, our customer service department will contact you to assist in your selection of unit color and finish. Visit www.backscratchers.com (Resources/Downloads page) to download the Salon Vac brochure.

Technique

Protection for E-File Users

by Staff

It’s most important to wear a mask when filing artifi cial nails. “Especially if you use an electric file,” says Schoon.

Wellness

Is the recent consumer press about possible dangers at nail salons good or bad?

by Staff

Read how nail technicians and salon owners keep their clients' confidence and dispel their fears by making safety and sanitation in the salon an open book.

Wellness

10 Tips for Staying Healthy at Work

by Staff

The job of nail tech poses a few special challenges when it comes to your health. The good news is, little changes go a big way toward ensuring a long and healthy career.

Technique

Feet by OPI

by Staff

Feet by OPI pedicure system is a system of professional products developed to transform ordinary pedicures into extraordinary spa services. It's a system so simple, it's perfect.

Nail Design

Super-Fast Drying TopCoat

Poshé

New and improved formula is healthier since it no longer contains phthalates.

Kesha Hackett-Belcher of Lavender Nail and Body Studio in Oakland, Calif., uses a sectioned tray...

Wellness

Health Tip: Use Smaller Portions

by Staff

Scooping your products into smaller containers helps avoid waste and prevents cross contamination.

Wellness

The Pedicurist Is In

by Judy Lessin

Offering pedicure services to foot care patients in the doctor's office provides ideal setting for the foot shy.

Wellness

What Is Psoriasis?

by Michelle Pratt

Psoriasis is a chronic, recurring condition that commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. These patches frequently occur on the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the fingernails and toenails.

Wellness

When Your Client Is Expecting

by Erin Snyder Dixon

Salons are carving out a niche by catering to expectant mothers. Moms-only menus, specialized massage, and targeted retail goodies are just the beginning. With some planning and training you can add to the joy — and relieve the discomforts — during the nine months before birth.

Wellness

Bad Press? Who Cares?

by Staff

Has the hubbub surrounding salon sanitation had a measurable effect on your business?

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