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Mini Lavender

Gulfstream

The all-new Mini Lavender from Gulfstream consists of a burnito wood laminated base and portable basin.

Crave’s chairs are larger than the average salon chair and provide enough room to seat a parent...

Business

Eco-Chic Salon Brings Natural Services and Relaxation to Tampa

by Jennifer Washington

A peaceful retreat, Crave Nail Spa was created using eco-friendly materials and offers clients a wide range of services using natural products.

Christine and Eduard Joseph, owners of Nailbar in Midtown Miami, opted to use concrete for their...

Wellness

As we become more aware of our health and environment, many of us are making small changes to "go green." Those changes don’t need to end when we walk into the salon. By taking small steps, we can improve our work environment as we "grow" green.

Technique

Fungasoap

PediFix

Organic soap company Vermont Soapworks has teamed up with PediFix to create Fungasoap, an all-natural liquid soap that fights foot fungus. The soap is enriched with tea tree oil, an essential oil that has been used to fight fungal infections for centuries.

Industry News

Getting Happy

by Staff

Women’s Health shares some of-the-moment tips on how to get the most out of a pick-me-up manicure on bad hair and tight jean days.

Technique

Low-Flow Pedicure Spas

by Sree Roy

It’s no secret that pedicure spas can use a lot of water, a fact that’s reflected in your salon’s monthly water bill and maybe in some nagging guilt in your conscience about your environmental footprint. Luckily, spa manufacturers have been steadily decreasing the amount of water needed to perform satisfying pedicures, so here’s a look at their latest low-water-usage options.

Wellness

Sole Mate

Sparitual

Sole Mate helps dissolve and soften thick calluses and fight foot bacteria.

Wellness

Soy Candles

Sparitual

SpaRitual’s Soy Candles offer soothing aromas and tranquil lighting to instantly increase the relaxation of any service.

Business

Retail Boutique: Gift Wrap

by Staff

Bright, bold wrapping paper and complementary gift tags can transform any holiday package into a work of art. These companies provide stylish seasonal products with an eco-friendly or design-savvy twist.

Industry News

Organic Polish Gets Popular

by Staff

The new Ginger + Liz Colour Collection has already become popular with celebrities.

Technique

Spa Series

LCN

The LCN Spa Series provides hand, nail, and foot care treatments made from all-natural ingredients found a world away. The spa line captures the holistic spirit of the Indonesian islands, incorporating elements derived from the highest-quality plants, herbs, and flora.

Wellness

How to Start Going Green

by Judy Lessin

The Green Spa Network offers these easy-to-implement tips that can help reduce the environmental footprint of your salon.

Technique

Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm

Sparitual

Find your soul mate with SpaRitual’s Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm. Made with 71% certified organic ingredients, the balm works to deeply repair, soothe, revitalize, and protect dry, tired feet.