Wellness - NAILS Magazine

Business

This Land Is ‘My Land’

In opening Tierra Mia Organic Nail Spa, Justin Mitchell and Karina Restrepo bring water-based polish, Latin flair, and a designer’s keen eye to the Philadelphia nail world.

Wellness

Playing Defense with Disease

by Rashid M. Rashid (M.D. Ph.D.)

Nail techs play an important role in protecting clients. The three Cs — cuticles, colors, and contours — can be early indicators of larger health problems.

Wellness

Secret Ingredient: Azulene/Chamomile

by Staff

Chamomile has been used for centuries in Europe as a popular herbal treatment for numerous ailments, and chamomile tea is said to have mildly sedating effects.

Wellness

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

by Michelle Pratt

Painful and often persistent, plantar fasciitis can be troublesome to treat because what is necessary seems nearly impossible.

Technique

FootKiss Callus Removal Kit

Welcalm

Welcalm’s FootKiss Callus Removal Kit is a simple four-step kit that removes callus in as little as 10 minutes.

Technique

2-in-1 Antimicrobial Callus and Cuticle Remover

Dr. G

As part of its antimicrobial skin care line designed to help nail technicians fight germs, viruses, and fungus, Dr. G’s has introduced 2-in-1 Antimicrobial Callus and Cuticle Remover.

Technique

The innovative SaniSmart Jet 2.0 works in tandem with the liners. Place the jet in the designated area. The jet’s mechanism operates by a magnetic disk in an encased propeller that produces a powerful current.

Business

On My Mind: Fear Factor Doesn't Fly With Us

by Hannah Lee

Risé Carter of NSI, Doug Schoon of CND, Paul Bryson of OPI, and numerous other manufacturers and nail techs have sent letters to Dr. Oz. I encourage you to do the same. Go watch the video and then click on the Contact Us link at the bottom of the page.

Business

Retail Boutique: Lip Balm

by Staff

Many women can’t go a day without their lip balms. Small sizing, adorable designs, and affordable prices make these tubs and tubes of lip balm an easy retail item that’s perfect for a last-minute impulse buy.

Wellness

Use Hand Sanitizers Right

by Dr. Kenneth Gerenraich, D.P.M.

Although H1N1 is an airborne pathogen, it’s far more easily transmitted through hand-to-hand contact. This is one more reason it’s important to understand the proper use of antimicrobials and how they fit into your salon sanitation regimen.