Tracy Morin

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Koilonychia

So-called “spoon nails” are caused by a wide range of underlying conditions, but you can help improve these nails’ appearance and functionality in the salon.

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Tips for Spring-Cleaning Your Salon

Time to spruce up your product shelves? Learn the how-tos behind spring-cleaning salon inventory—and how to streamline the process for simplified stocking in the future.

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Skin Hydration Hints for the Winter Months

From dermatologists to salon pros, experts offer their top tips for choosing the best hydrating products and procedures to keep skin soft and supple through winter and beyond.

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Backbar Boosters

Learn from salon experts the best ways to grow your business—while increasing client satisfaction and sales—through these savvy tips on backbar management.

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Nail Clinic: Heart Disease

As the leading cause of death in the U.S., heart disease touches all of us—but we can help prevent or even reverse its effects through healthier lifestyle choices. By Tracy Morin

3D nails by Hillary Fry, nail artist and educator at Hillary Fry Nails; courtesy of Hilary Fry.

Managing Client Expectations in the Digital Age

Do not be intimidated by clients requesting celebrity- or Instagram-inspired nail art—simply snag these expert techniques for nailing the proper preparation, communication and follow-through.

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How To Successfully Accommodate Male Clients in Your Salon

Whether they’re seeking simple matte manis or intricate nail art, men are increasingly interested in a range of nail services. Here’s how to best accommodate them in the salon.

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How Nail Techs Can Identify Nail Dystrophy

Learn how you, the nail tech, can play a crucial role in identifying nail dystrophy.

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In Step

Here, we take a look at flatfeet, also called pes planus or fallen arches, and what you can do to help.