When the weight of the body lands on a swollen nerve, it can be debilitating. Learn the symptoms and alert clients to this common problem that develops in...

When the weight of the body lands on a swollen nerve, it can be debilitating. Learn the symptoms and alert clients to this common problem that develops in...

Paronychia may start off as a small annoyance, but it can turn into a big problem. Early detection and treatment are best defense against this potentially...

Paronychia may start off as a small annoyance, but it can turn into a big problem. Early detection and treatment are best defense against this potentially...

We polled women ages 18-59 to find out what foot conditions gave them the most aggravation. Read their answers to learn how you can position yourself as...

What do you do when you have a health issue that doesn’t go away? We spoke to four nail techs who haven’t let their illness deter them from their dreams.

When a disease is as common as diabetes, it’s easy to forget that diabetic foot care is hardly a routine matter. Educate yourself on the serious issues...

Creating a perfect experience for your clients is an admirable goal, but it could be a liability if taken to an extreme. Is perfectionism preventing you...

They say age is all in the mind, but for those of us who have celebrated a half-century or more, we know the body doesn’t always agree. How does a nail...

The benefits of a dry manicure may be obvious to techs, but clients are often understandably resistant. Bring them onboard by selling an experience just...

A little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing and can potentially cause a lot of trouble, as in the case of ingrown nails. Do you know how to respond to...

Onycholysis is a relatively common condition where the nail plate separates from the nail bed. Sometimes the only treatment required is a gentle touch...

Salon best practices include handwashing before every service — both for the client and the tech. But why bother when a squirt of hand sanitizer can kill...

Back when everyone was wearing acrylic nails, it was pretty easy to determine the cause of lifting. Today, with so many different products on the market,...

This seemingly misnamed annoyance is so common, it’s likely to be present on nearly every client. The good news is you can teach clients how to care for...

With the continued competition in the nail industry, it’s crucial to distinguish your salon from the other guy’s. Some owners have found success by...

One satisfying aspect of being a nail tech is the before-and-after experience we see on every set of hands. But what happens when the transformation...

With the latest advances in technology, it’s possible to offer clients cosmetic solutions that were unavailable in the past — including toenail...

In an industry where customer service is king, nail techs don’t always have the luxury of speaking their minds. But that doesn’t stop us from imagining...

Make sure your clients’ heels are healthy and smooth so they dare to be bare. These five treatments will fight dry skin and give your clients beautiful,...

You know how to convert female clients into loyal customers, but do you have the same success with men? 

Gloves seem like a good idea, and they may even comfort clients who perceive them as a sanitation standard. But, surprisingly, there are a few downsides...

White superficial onychomycosis may appear as a dusting on the tops of your clients’ toenails and requires lab results to diagnose accurately. Here’s...

Priorities shift the moment you realize you’re pregnant, and that could cause you to evaluate if you’ll continue working. Before you throw your career...

Dehydration or damage? The debate rages about the cause of white spots that appear after gel-polish removal. Your comments educate clients about what’s...

Odor in the salon is often one of the first things clients mention. Educating them about what is causing the smell could curtail concerns.

Though the name suggests a subcutaneous creepy crawler, ringworm is not a worm at all. Keep reading to learn other fun facts to share with clients who...

If time is money, think of saving it as giving yourself a raise. Examining your routine to see if you’re guilty of any of these common technical...

Beautification is our business, but what happens when a new client reluctantly reveals feet that appear to defy even our considerable skills? Learn how...

The owners of Raleigh, N.C.’s Paintbar Nails credit their immediate popularity to the support of local magazines and bloggers who were eager to...

You know your client’s manicure would last longer with a little attention at home, but is encouraging her to touch your masterpiece your best...

Tell a woman high heels cause foot problems and she’ll likely agree — but that doesn’t mean she is willing to give them up. You can...

Beau’s lines are a telltale sign of trouble. However, by the time a nail tech identifies them, the only thing left to do may be to cover up the...

Every successful salon owner faces the challenge of a new hire. How do you get the technical and business skills of a newbie to match her excitement and...

The Center for Disease Control estimates nearly 25% of the U.S. population suffers from arthritis to some degree. Learn how to make a visit to the nail...

A new way of looking at the problem of salon-related allergies and contact dermatitis can reduce the likelihood of suffering from a condition that could...

Psoriasis of the skin is a common issue, but what happens when psoriasis affects the nail? Help your clients get treatment for a condition that could be...

Growing your business typically means an increase: in space, in product, or in staff. But some techs have learned a narrow focus sometimes brings the...

The symptoms of autoimmune diseases — like lupus, multiple sclerosis, and fibromyalgia — are often chronic but invisible, adding feelings of...

Whether a result of inexperience or bad habits, these 10 troubles tend to consistently trip up techs. Can you honestly say you have never committed any...

Everyone has that one client who is demanding, rude, disrespectful, or perpetually late. We’ll give you four techniques to soothe the situation...

Personal preference isn’t the only thing that determines the ideal shape and length for a client’s nails. The best techs know a number of factors play...

Cuticle oil softens skin, repairs cuticles, and extends the life of a manicure. Educate clients on how and when to use it and they’ll see instant...