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Attitude Transformation

Attitude Transformation

by Michelle Pratt

Feel like you’re in a rut? Give yourself an attitude makeover. Sometimes a change of perspective is all you need to ease the pressures of the daily grind and reconnect to the joys of your profession.

California Bill Aims to Make Pedicures Safer

by Staff

After learning about the numerous amounts of clients who were contracting bacterial infections and leg lesions after visiting salons, California Assembly Speaker pro Tem Leland Yee (D-San Francisco/Daly City) knew he had to do something, especially since many of the cases were being reported in the Bay Area, where he is located.

Handle Diabetic Clients With Care

Handle Diabetic Clients With Care

by Staff

We all learn early in our nail education to use caution when it comes to diabetic clients, since diabetes affects both the circulation and the nerves in the extremities — especially the feet.

The “OM” of Doing Nails

The “OM” of Doing Nails

by Jennifer Acosta Scott

The downside of a full book is the toll it takes on your body. For those dealing with an aching back, tense shoulders, and tired eyes, relief may be found in a yoga-inspired exercise that can be done in on while sitting at your workstation.

Pedicure Troubles Still Bubbling

Pedicure Troubles Still Bubbling

by Trina Kleist

An outbreak of bacterial infections linked to pedicure foot spas poses new mysteries for public health detectives. It also shows there is still a lot of confusion among nail technicians and salon owners about proper cleaning procedures. To protect yourself, do your homework!

The "Om" of Doing Nails

The "Om" of Doing Nails

by Jennifer Acosta Scott

The downside of a full book is the toll it takes on your body. For those dealing with an aching back, tense shoulders, and tired eyes, relief may be found in yoga-inspired exercises that can be done in no time while sitting at your workstation.

What Is a Splinter Hemorrhage?

What Is a Splinter Hemorrhage?

by Patricia Oropeza

n. (splĭn ‘tər hem’ər-ĭj) small areas of bleeding or hemorrhage underneath the nail bed that take the shape of straight lines; usually caused by hard impact or physical trauma to the nail; usually grows out with the nail after a few months

How Do You Disinfect in Delaware?

by Staff

Talk about getting back to basics! We learn in kindergarten to wash our hands and keep our things clean. Cleaning your implements is the ultimate “back to basics” step you can take, and it is reassuring to clients and coworkers alike. Each state in the union has its own regulations regarding specifically how metal (non-porous) implements are to be cleaned or disinfected. While the rules don’t vary substantially from state, there are nuances that you need to be aware of.

When Nails Separate

When Nails Separate

by Patricia Oropeza

Onycholysis may look scary, but fortunately, a separated nail can re-attach itself. Nail techs can do their part by offering gentle, soothing services that help prevent further irritation to the affected nail.

Foot Spa Infection Victims Settle Lawsuit

by Staff

It’s been more than four years, but the victims haven’t quite been able to forget what happened to them. They still have scars on their shins and lower legs, reminders of the bacteria they were infected with after getting pedicures at Fancy Nails, a salon in Watsonville, Calif., that has since closed. Although it may not get rid of the unsightly scars, 73 people will split about $3 million after settling a lawsuit with the salon.

Utah Increases Licensure Hours, Bans MMA

by Staff

Beginning January 1, 2006, would-be nail technicians in Utah will have to stay in school a little longer. The state passed legislation increasing licensure hours from 200 to 300. In addition, the state banned MMA and also clarified the definition for nail techs to work on the hands, feet, and nails.

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