Wellness - NAILS Magazine

Technique

The Help Desk

by Staff

Get the scoop on laying acrylic, product contamination, and wide nail beds.

Wellness

Nail Tech Critically Injured in Salon Accident

by Staff

Heating up acetone in a microwave causes a fire that damages the salon and injures a nail technician.

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Cleopatra was onto something with her milk and honey baths. According to the National Honey Board, honey has antioxidant properties that protect and rejuvenate the skin, while its hydrogen peroxide properties aid in cleansing.

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Just My Opinion: Artificial Nails and Nursing DO Mix

by Jo Laki

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Foot Spa Horror Story: Don't Let It Happen to You

by Trina Kleist

NAILS shows you how to keep your pedicure spa clean and protect your clients. By following a few simple steps and using inexpensive cleaning products, you can protect the health of your clients and your business against bacterial infections.

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On the Lookout for Domestic Violence

by Cyd Jones

The death of Nicole Brown Simpson in 1994 propelled nail tech Sue Yahnian to channel her energy into preventing violence against women. She feels nail techs are in a unique position to recognize signs of abuse and steer clients to resources for help.

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Don’t Lose Your Grip With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

by Patricia Oropeza

Having a repetitive-motion injury—such as carpal tunnel syndrome—doesn't mean the end of doing nails, but you should make adjustments in your work techniques and see a doctor before the condition gets worse.

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Reevaluating Depression

by Suzette Hill

At some point in her life, one of every four women will suffer a major depression. When feelings of guilt or helplessness weigh heavy and you find yourself tired, irritable, and sad, make sure you're one of the minority of women who gets help.

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Just My Opinion: Acrylics vs. Bacteria

by Cathy McGee Neben

Technique

The Help Desk

by Staff

Answers to your questions on polish application, cleaning dappen dishes, acrylic brushes, and drill safety.

Wellness

To Scrub or Not To Scrub

by Staff

Research on handwashing techniques in hospitals has found that the traditional surgical scrub, where people take a brush or sponge and vigorously wash all the way up the arm, are not only unnecessary, but even counter-productive.

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Outsmarting Osteoporosis

by Suzette Hill

Have you been lackadaisical about getting enough calcium? Slacking off on your exercise? Considering that one of every two women in the US will develop osteoporosis, the question is: do you feel lucky?