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For the Good of the Team

by Staff

Sure we love our clients and the work we do, but it’s our relationships with coworkers that can make the difference between a so-so work environment and a place we look forward to returning to day after day. NAILS asked readers: What do you do that’s special or unique at your salon to foster team spirit?

Are You Among the Cap-Conscious?

Are You Among the Cap-Conscious?

by Staff

Good for you for recycling plastic water bottles — but are you leaving the bottle caps on as you conscientiously recycle? If that’s the case, you are actually getting in the way of your own green efforts. It turns out that leaving on those little caps can cause your water bottles to be rejected —and prevent them from being recycled at all.

Pedicure Poise

Pedicure Poise

by Staff

Pedicures can be quite tough on a nail tech’s body. Holding legs while ­clipping toenails, massaging calves and ankles, and scrubbing down thick callus can all quickly lead to sore backs and arms — and cranky dispositions. Here’s what some techs have done to keep their poise during strenuous pedicures.

SaniTablet

SaniTablet

Sani Care

Sani Care’s SaniTablet for pedicure foot spa baths is effective against bacteria and the organism that causes Athlete’s Foot Fungus.

Eco-Conscious Polish Collection

Eco-Conscious Polish Collection

Sheswai

Billed as “seven gorgeous colors to suit any occasion… or dress,” Sheswai’s first polish collection is three free and has unique bottle caps made from sustainably harvested wood grown on family-owned tree farms.

A Sanctuary for One

A Sanctuary for One

by Thi Dao

Cindi Rice’s philosophy of one-on-one attention at The Nail Sanctuary has ensured that the owner-designed-and-operated salon’s appointment book is filled up to a year in advance.

What Is Skin Cancer?

What Is Skin Cancer?

by Michelle Pratt

Gone are the days when we slathered baby oil on our skin and competed with each other for the darkest skin tone. However, factors other than the sun play a role in the development of skin cancer, so even those who use the highest SPF can still be at risk. Learn to recognize changes in the skin that could indicate skin cancer and educate your clients about the importance of early treatment.

Breathe a Little Easier

Breathe a Little Easier

by Judy Lessin

Keeping salon air breathable is not all about your ventilation equipment; some of it comes down to your work habits. Once your ventilation system is in place, the Nail Manufacturers Council (NMC) advises taking these easy steps to further minimize your exposure to potentially irritating or harmful substances.

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