Savvy Salon
The Painted Nail
Shabby chic furniture, top-of-the-line products and an open bar makes this Sherman Oaks
salon anything but ordinary.
By Stephanie Yaggy
Common Salon Maintenance Woes
Don’t let a squeaky door ruin your workday—
learn how to take care of some common
problems without the help of a handyman.
By Ilona French
Ten Ways to Motivate Employees
Don’t let the lack of motivation in your salon get you down; these tips and tricks will remind your team why they love their jobs so much.
By Martin Seidenfeld, Ph.D.
The Making of the Polish
Explore every colorful step behind the polish-making process with celebrity manicurist Elle and the team at Barielle as they developed its spring collection.
By Karie L. Frost
Actually, It’s Acrylic
Acrylic technology has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years, and we show you the latest and greatest products and techniques behind natural-looking enhancements.
By Tracy Morin
Sun-Safe Manicures
Protect and pamper your clients’ sun-seared hands and nails with these shielding treatments and products.
By Liz Barrett
Polished Look
Bands of Sisters
The ties that bind hold together this season’s hottest trend, and wrapped up with it are trés chic nails.
By Karie L. Frost
Hollywood File
A hot High School Musical star steps into the very bright limelight; Lindsay Lohan can’t get enough of the latest nail trend to hit Hollywood; and the 20th Annual GLAAD Media Awards takes red-carpet ready in a new direction.
By Courtney Roach
Workshop
Athletic Feet
Break out the sweatbands and stop watches—summer time means extra exercise for clients, so learn how to carefully service your athlete’s feet.
By Tracy Morin
