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Wellness

Client of the Month: The Cancer Patient

While cancer patients can benefit greatly from receiving nail services, chemotherapy and radiation can cause serious side effects that you as a nail tech need to be aware of. Read on to learn more about how to provide safe, skillful, compassionate nail services to your clients who are battling cancer.

Industry News

NASN Offers Scholarship for Medical Nail Tech Program

by Staff

The National Aesthetics Spa Network (NASN) is offering scholarships for advanced education courses to spa professionals who wish to increase their knowledge and skills.

Wellness

Tips for Summer Foot Care

by F. Ray Nickel, M.D.

With summer in full swing, it’s time to cast off heavy socks and shoes in favor of open-toed shoes and sandals. As your clients’ feet emerge from hibernation, share these tips for summer foot care.

Wellness

Aromatherapy for the Shower

Essio

Essio is a universal shower attachment that brings the wonders of aromatherapy into the comfort of the shower.

Wellness

A Day in the Life of a Nail Expert: July 2014

by Dr. Dana Stern

In this month’s column, Dr. Stern encounters patients dealing with psoriasis; red, spotted lunula; lichen planus; myxoid cyst; and chemotherapy affecting the nails.

Wellness

Something to Talk About: An Accidental Cut

by Staff

At the intersection of nippers and nails, accidents can happen. Learn how to respond to avoid damage from an awkward and tense situation.

UberChic’s original location featured three manicure stations.

Business

Colorado Nail Salon Makes Going Green “Chic”

by Caroline Keyser

UberChic Nail Boutique, a small family-run salon just outside Denver, goes above and beyond when it comes to being eco-friendly. Clients are treated like part of the family and encouraged to get in on the green lifestyle.

Wellness

Premium Nail Care Towels

Nouveau Nail

The towels are lint-free, strong, disposable, and absorbent.

Wellness

Detailing Head Lamp

The Nail Superstore

The lamp securely fits around the head providing light and magnification so nail techs can create stunning, detailed nails. Batteries are included for the adjustable light.

Wellness

On My Mind: Back to Basics

by Hannah Lee

Editor Hannah Lee discusses the basics of salon sanitation in hopes that our industry can make sure we're all meeting the standards.

Wellness

Client of the Month: The Male Client

by Tracy Rubert

It takes a bit of know-how to put the “man” in a mani/pedi. Just in time for Father’s Day, we’ve spotlighted some issues men face when it comes to their hands and feet so you can provide services that are man-tastic!