Nail Tech Health - NAILS Magazine

From handmade scrubs, to aromatherapy, to decor, here’s how to take your typical salon offerings from ho-hum to spa-wonderful.

Wellness

Something to Talk About: Product Odor

by Michelle Pratt

Odor in the salon is often one of the first things clients mention. Educating them about what is causing the smell could curtail concerns.

Wellness

Healthy Tech: Justin Lundeen

by Tracy Rubert

When 26-year-old nail tech Justin Lundeen realized the negative effects that sitting all day was having on his body, he decided to make health and fitness a priority. Find out how he transformed his physique and found a new passion along the way.

Wellness

Nail Salon Ventilation Webinar and Tutorial

by Staff

Aerovex Systems partners with the Associated Nail Professionals to present this webinar on nail salon ventilation. This webinar outlines steps nail professional and hair stylists can take to improve workplace safety by minimizing inhalation exposure to potentially irritating or harmful substances. It is important for salon professionals to utilize techniques to ensure the salon chemical services given are performed in the safest manner possible. For more information, visit www.aerovexsystems.com .

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Healthy Tech: Melissa Stephens

by Tracy Rubert

When Melissa Stephens found out she had high cholesterol — and saw that it wasn’t improving after two years — she knew it was time to get serious about her health. Find out how this successful nail tech educated herself about healthy living, brought her cholesterol down to safe levels, and lost weight to boot.

Wellness

Relationships: Keeping the Romance Alive

by Tracy Rubert

How do you keep the romance alive while keeping your business afloat?

Technique

MMA Fighter Toughens Up with Gel Toes

by Beth Livesay

“I’m using gel because of its durability and because it makes my nails tough, so the nail is protected when kicking against a hard surface,” says Lightweight MMA fighter Damon Tavangar.

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Healthy Tech: Jennifer Ho

by Tracy Rubert

Nail tech and Akzentz educator Jennifer Ho had struggled with her weight for years. Two years ago, she decided to reinvent herself by changing her lifestyle for good through fitness, nutrition, and setting small achievable goals that added up to big success.

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Wellness

Dust Up Over Nail Salon Air Quality

by Sree Roy

Following a New York Times exposé on potential labor and health dangers in nail salons, stakeholders — including local governments, salon owners, and product manufacturers — began forcefully airing concerns on salon ventilation. Increased regulation and enforcement may be the new normal.

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"The One That Works" Salon Air Purifier - FAQ's

by Staff

Here is a short video of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to purchasing the "The One That Works" Salon Air Purifier by Aerovex Systems .

Wellness

Healthy Tech: Julie Nguyen

by Tracy Rubert

When salon owner Julie Nguyen found out she was at risk for a heart attack or stroke, she knew she had to lower her stress, start eating healthy, and exercise so she could be there for her children. Find out how she got healthy and became an athlete in the process.

Wellness

Healthy Tech: Diane Diaz

by Tracy Rubert

Nail tech Diane Diaz faced a health scare earlier this year when blood tests revealed pre-diabetes. Find out how she lost weight, controlled her glucose levels, and started feeling great.

Wellness

How We See Color

by Tracy Rubert

Have you ever wondered how our eyes see color and if everyone sees it the same way? Here’s some insight into how color really works and how to use it to your best advantage.