Wellness - NAILS Magazine

Photo courtesy of Pure Hair Studio, Davenport, Iowa

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New Recycling Program Targets Environmentally Conscious Salons

by Staff

Originating in Canada, Green Circle Salons hopes to repurpose and recycle 95% of salon and spa waste.

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Healthy Tech: Susie Meador

by Staff

Nail tech and salon owner Susie Meador was never satisfied with typical gym visits and never made exercise a priority, but after watching a fitness boot camp class near her salon, she decided to try out the group fitness class for herself and never looked back.

Salon owner Nina Babaie chose large leather chairs so male clients could be comfortable visiting...

Business

Something for Everyone at San Diego’s Cürbar

by Nancy Kirk

Beyond its services, Cürbar offers quality games, reading material, and music, as well as the juxtaposition of feminine and masculine salon decor so that clients of every age and gender feel at home.

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Cover Up Fungal Nails With the KeryFlex Nail Restoration System

by Staff

KeryFlex offers clients a solution to unsightly fungal toenails.

Photo courtesy of Hard Rock International

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Rock Out to the Rhythm and Motion Synchronicity Massage

by Staff

Good Vibrations: The Hard Rock’s Rhythm and Motion Synchronicity massage uses rock music, amplified vibrations, pressures, and patterns to take clients on a rhythmic massage journey.

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Soothe Sore Muscles With Specialized Lotion

by Staff

Parodi's Comforting Muscle Lotion relieves overworked muslces.

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Nail Bite Inhibitor Allows Clients to Grow Longer Nails

by Staff

Prevent nail biters from acting on their habit.

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Something to Talk About: Hangnails

by Michelle Pratt

This seemingly misnamed annoyance is so common, it’s likely to be present on nearly every client. The good news is you can teach clients how to care for the unsightly, and often painful, problem.

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Create a Nail Menu Where East Meets West

by Michelle Pratt

With the continued competition in the nail industry, it’s crucial to distinguish your salon from the other guy’s. Some owners have found success by adding ancient methods to their modern menus.

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Something to Talk About: Nail Biters

by Michelle Pratt

One satisfying aspect of being a nail tech is the before-and-after experience we see on every set of hands. But what happens when the transformation isn’t dramatic — or even beautiful?

Lexli founder Dr. Ahmed Abdullah presents to a group of esthetic students. Photo courtesy...

Industry News

Lexli Introduces Esthetician Scholarship Program

by Staff

The brand behind aloe vera skin care recently announced a new scholarship program to support those pursuing a career in esthetics.

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Gel Smarts: The Science Beneath the Surface

by Holly Schippers

Not surprisingly, it takes a scientist to describe the science behind today’s gel technology. We asked some experts in the field to explain what makes gels gel — and the best ways to remove them.