Blog posts of '2017' 'August'

Summer brings joy and the worries of stink and tanning too! From getting into sandals to going out to live a good time at the beach is all that one craves for in summers. Going somewhere and getting all dressed up accordingly for it, is that all you need to do these days? Not at all! How could you not dress up your nails according to it too? There’s no fun at playing games under the cool palm trees at the beach unless you got your fingernails all prettied up in funky fluorescent design!

Full Fluorescent Palm Trees Nail Art:

Totally going with the tropical seashore theme and cool windy atmosphere of the beach, the fluorescent palm trees look magnificent! The only thing you have to take care of is about using a nice fluorescent nail color in contrast with white.

STEPS:

1.       Start the fluorescent nail art by applying a clear base coat on your nails.
2.       This is a fluorescent nail art, which is why white nail color is used with a fluorescent nail color, neon baby pink.
3.       Paint neon baby pink nail color on your nails except the middle and ring fingernail. Applying the second coat is a must.
4.       Now apply two coats of white nail paint on the middle and ring fingernail.
5.       Using a detail nail art brush and neon baby pink nail color, sketch two curved lines and five more lines appearing from its top as the branches of the palm tree. (refer to the picture)
6.       With the same tool and color draw “v” shaped leaves on the branches, giving steady strokes such that they appear as textured leaves. (refer to the picture)
7.       Finish off with a high-shine top coat!

Apart from reading comics and books in your free time or when you’re feeling low, try doing this shiny nail art. It would enlighten your mood! Fill your life with warmth and fluorescence!

Pink pink pink! Does pink remind you of the enchanting flamingos? Can you stand on your one leg for a long long time? You certainly can’t, can you? But these beautiful creatures, known as the flamingos can stand! This nail art is exclusively for the lovers of sea birds. Don’t think of flamingos as swans. Flamingos are associated with Miami because they are sure to give you the tropical vibes too despite they’re found at the zoo.  If you fancy those elegant pink flamingos and don't find any at the sea nearby then don’t worry. Here’s what you can do; get a fluorescent flamingo nail art!

Full fluorescent flamingo nail art:

The pinker a flamingo, the more fit it means it is. This is why in this tutorial pink nail colors are chosen. However, you can always select any other color.

STEPS:

1.       Start with the basic step, which is applied a clear base coat on your nails.
2.       You’ll need three colors, out of which one has to be white. Over here, the flamingo is painted with a baby pink and a darker pink hue.
3.       Apply baby pink, white and darker pink nail polish on your index, middle and ring, and small finger respectively.
4.       Use a dotting tool to put up polka dots on the index fingernail with white nail color.
5.       Use a striper brush to create zig-zag line design with baby pink and dark pink nail color on ring fingernail.
6.       Just like a child makes a duck out of “2”, with the help of striper brush make a 2 in the top center of your middle fingernail with dark pink nail color. Fill it out. (refer to the picture)
7.       Now draw the flamingo’s legs and beak with baby pink nail color.
8.       Add some streaks of white nail color in the body of flamingo to make it look like its flaps.
9.       Finish off with a top coat.

If you’d like to create the flamingo on all of your fingernails then don’t hesitate to give it a try!

Heading for the seaside in the morning and can’t find a nice nail art to do? Now you don’t have to wait anymore for another boho chic summer nail art tutorial. Here’s a super cute nail art that you won’t regret putting on your nails, the coral starfish nail art. This marvelous nail art is awesome for a beach party and for your adventure trip to the depths of the ocean. True that the coral starfishes are wild and mighty but at the same time they appear magnificent! One can’t help but have a commendable glance at the coral starfish. To know how to recreate the exclusive coral starfish nail art, check out the guidelines below.

Full Coral Starfish Nail Art:

The colors used are exceptionally marvelous portraying the real coral starfish moving near the reefs. You can also dare to try this cute nail art on your toenails too. The exclusive white polka dots enhance the beauty of the overall design.

STEPS:

1.       Start by  applying a protective base coat on the nails.
2.       You can use a glittery/shimmery/sequin sea blue (or any other shade of blue) nail color as the base nail color.
3.       Paint the nails with sequin sea blue nail color. Apply two coats on each nail.
4.       Using a striper brush, paint stars on the nails keeping your hand lose with tangerine nail color. (refer to the picture)
5.       With a help of dotting tool, paint dots inside the starfish using white nail color.
6.       Finish off coral starfish’s look with a high shine top coat! 

Do follow the steps given above and create this fabulous coral starfish nail art on your pretty long nails. It doesn’t matter if your nails are short, this nail art would look splendid on nails of every length and cut. Start admiring the oceanic wildlife!

A large number of clients look forward to relaxing at a beauty salon for a few hours after a hectic day at work. If your customers aren’t comfortable in your salon, it is obvious that they will leave for a better salon despite all the hard work you put into the job. The beauty market is diverse and varies for all kinds of beauty salon today. Gone are the days when just one kind of seat was used in all beauty salons for all beauty purposes.

As a business owner and a provider of health and beauty treatments, it is your civic duty to ensure that your customers enter a safe space for relaxation, totally free from the risks of infection. A high-quality, well-padded spa chair is fine; however, it is an increasing trend for businesses to offer chairs that have additional amenities such as magazine racks, cup holders for beverages, and so on.

These days, there are many enticing ergonomic designs that can enhance the beauty of your salon while providing superior comfort for your customers. With the many advancements made in beauty salons, spa chairs are now manufactured to suit different services.

WHY YOU NEED TO BUY SPA CHAIRS

A great spa chair is such an impressive equipment to impress your clients. Any customer who comes in for pedicures would expect to feel comfortable in a chair. The chair in your salon should be both comfortable and beautiful; it should also be soft enough to offer great support for your clients. When your clients sit in a chair like this, they get a welcoming experience. Just make sure you get the right spa chair that suits the décor of your salon.

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING SPA CHAIRS

Before buying a spa chair, there are a few things you need to consider. They are:

1. Price

The prices of spa chairs vary depending on the brand, the seller, the style, and other features. If you are to buy online, make sure you ask the seller to make a discount for the overall cost, including the packing cost, delivery, and quantity. Keep in mind that spa chairs are heavy set of equipment, meaning the cost of delivery will be incurred. Also make sure you don’t fall victim to cheap stuff; there is no true quality in cheap items.

2. Brand

There is a variety of brands that produce spa chair. Some offer a luxury package while others are equipped with remarkable features. All you need to know is that a known name is no guarantee for a high-quality product. If the known brand name produces a chair that is below standard, then you should opt for the one of real quality.

You should also be aware that quality varies depending on the manufacturers. There are different sellers out there offering distinctive process which may not reflect the quality of what they are selling. Some are over charged with low quality while others with the same quality have lesser price. It is very important to speak with the spa specialist so they can offer what best suits your interest and budget.

3. Design

Spa chairs come in a variety of styles and materials. When you shop, consider the different materials like fiberglass, glass or wood used. Because of the diverse models, it is expedient that you pick the one that will best suit the interior décor of your salon. For instance, if you have wooden interiors then you may opt for the wood series. The seats in this style are designed with wooden parts to emit a comfortable and cozy appearance.

Traditional spa chairs are also available. While there are models that are a bit larger and some are space-saving. If your spa has a contemporary look, they you should get a modern chair that will fit the surrounding. The beauty of this chair will tell on the interior decoration of your nail salon. The different colors of these chairs will also match the surrounding as well.

4. Style

Another thing to consider while looking for a spa chair is the different brand styles that are available on the market. New chairs are designed to make each individual feel pampered to the core. There are ones made of leather materials which offer full comfort and support to customers. Remember to keep your budget in mind and stick to your initial price as well as the number of chairs required for your salon.

You as the owner of the salon can customize spa chairs to suit your personal taste. Doing this means you will have the opportunity to purchases this product directly from the right supplier. Customizing your spa chair covers for everything including the color, style, material, and design. This will even increase the level of attention your clients will give to your business.

After deciding on which spa chair to use in your beauty salon, make sure you purchase one that delivers the best service to clients. This is of great importance because the comfort level of your clients is highly dependent on your spa chair. And, whichever one you settle on will have a say in the future of your establishment.

In the real sense, any business owner who wants to really expand his/her business in order to cater to numerous clients will have to get several spa seats to accommodate multiple customers. Finally, choosing the right chair for your nail salon should be done carefully and with a lot of thought. Since they are bulky products, it will be difficult to replace or exchange if you realize that you wanted something else.

5. Consider Buying Online

The internet has made things so easy for us that we just have to consider online shopping as an option when buying your chair. Depending on your needs and the requirements of clients, there are low-priced products that are offered by a number of great dealers. Just search online and you will get a wide range of chairs with different designs and color.

There are a number of online retailers that will the chair set up and ready in no time. More importantly, shopping online means you will have huge savings that might not be found in your local store. Just make sure to compare different products features and prices so that you get what you get within your budget.

6. Material

The material used in making the chair is another factor you have to consider as well. Try to purchase one with materials that can be easily cleaned and maintained. Sometimes, the facial chairs and stools are sold together; this means you have to purchase for your beautician as well. If you decide on high-tech chairs, opt for one designed with black leather, this will beautify the ambience of the salon. Getting this will eventually attract customers to your parlor.

7. Pipe-free Jet (optional)

A pipe-free jet system is another optional feature to decide on. These systems are very powerful and may harbor bacteria if not properly cleaned and maintained. With a without pipe framework, the fly is for the most part expelled for cleaning which spares time and bother.

8. Massage Feature (optional)

Nowadays, there are chairs with massage feature. Though, this isn’t entirely necessary; however, it is a feature that can lure customers especially those that love being pampered. Most pedicure chairs don’t have this feature, so buying one with this feat means you are streamlining your competitors.

9. Comfort

A pedicure spa chair is meant to be comfortable as well as make your salon look elegant and beautiful. This goes for all kinds of chairs! They should set the atmosphere and ambiance of your spa or salon. This is particularly important if you intend offering facial series in your salon. The padded armrest and backrest will help your clients relax better as they can be easily reclined according to the taste of the client during the procedure.

Choosing the right spa chair is one of the best ways to attract new clients and retain existing ones. It is also a great way to raise more funds for your salon. Just make sure you follow these few guidelines and buy nothing but the best irrespective of how high or low your budget is.

 Most of the ladies love to cover their nails in different colors but hate it when they see the paint ripping-off in patches the very next or other days. While the well managed and painted nails add glamour to the personality, shredded nail paints indicate the untidiness with easy noticeability. Over the years, the nail salons have answered numerous questions related to the durability of the nail jobs and have defended themselves from the layering issues of the nail paints.

With the increasing number of the ladies demanding for the solution that can make them go carefree until the next time they visit the salon, the beauty product manufacturers have come up with the revolutionary product -  The Gel Nails. Considerably, the gel nails hold the durability element in a much better way and can easily last for 14 days without breaks, chips and extra cost.

When it's about the durability and finishing touch of the nail paint, the point remains half-done unto the time we do not include the very famous term - Shellac Nails.  If you are the one who loves to visit nail salon frequently and always look for the perfect nails, you must have heard about the term 'shellac' for sure. Markedly, many get confused with this, but as such, there lies no big contrast between the two. In simple words, both are essentially the same; however, the difference is Shellac is the brand of gel nails launched by the company 'Creative Nail Design.'

Let's understand in more detail:

•         Brands and Colors

Gel nail polish is the common term used for long-wear nail polishes that are cured under the UV lamp. While the gel is the traditional term given as a whole, Shellac is a specific gel nail polish brand from a renowned company CND.

OPI Gels, Harmony Gellish, and Essie Gels are the other typical brands of gel nail polish. OPI comes in 71 colors, Harmony in 141 colors and Essie in 36 colors.

Shellac which is often called as 'power polish,' is the long-wear gel nail polish that comes in 61 colors.

•         Appearance and Cost

Both Shellac and gel hold a freshly-manicured appearance that lasts for 14 days or more. Application of both makes the nails look glossy and natural. Typically the gel nail polishes are costlier than the normal ones and adding Shellac to the kitty can lift your bill to a minimum of 50%.

•         Application

For the application of the gel polish, nail techie starts the process with -Manicure. Following that, with the help of the buffer or the low grit nail filer, the nail bed is made rough to provide a better grip to the base coat.  Notably, base coat application is made after cleaning the filer dust with the alcohol or the other related chemical. Now when the base becomes ready, three more coats, two color coat, and the one top coat are applied to complete the look. Color coat provides the color while the top coat adds mirror-like finish to the overall application. Also, in between the applications, all four coats are separately dried-up with the 30 seconds exposure to UV or LED light.

The process for Shellac is also the same; however, the main difference lies in the application of base coat and the time for UV curing. Shellac is already the 'power polish' that requires no roughening of the nail to pick its hold and takes around 1 minute of extended time to get cure under UV.

•         Removal

For the gel polish removal, nail techie first removes the shine of the polish with the help of a file and then soak the nails for at least 5-10 minutes in acetone. After it, the polish is removed gently by using a cuticle pusher. Some nail techies put acetone-soaked cotton balls directly on the nails and secure them by using the aluminum foil.

Removing Shellac is moderately the same however there is no need to remove the shine of the nail polish at first. CND make Shellac remover wraps that easily annihilates the polish without getting the fingers soaked in acetone. But if due to unavailability of the wraps there comes any need to remove the Shellac with acetone, it usually takes a minimum of 8 minutes for clearance.

All in all, the Shellac and the traditional gel polishes both performs near about the same but in some cases, based on the self-observatory parameters, you may find the one or the other more suitable. Needless to mention, both are the chemicals, and the frequent use may lead you to the grounds of bad health where the nails will automatically start breaking or thinning. Additionally, note that extensive exposure to UV light is also harmful and can dip the natural gloss and shine of your nails to a bad degree. For a safer side, we recommend you to apply cuticle oil or a good moisturizer to your nails twice in a day as only the healthy nails can be the beautiful nails.

Further, this trick works for most of the ladies and professionals oversee their clients with it- "Make some days of the month or the other month as the no nail polish day. Take good care of your nails in these days and separate yourself with the use of any chemicals. It will amazingly restore all the lost strength, making your nails repeatedly ready for the experiments."

Most of the businesses nowadays have expanded digitally to establish more connections and closeness with their customers. It's the era of digitalization, and people love to talk about the companies or the services on the social platforms. Recently, influence marketing has taken full control over the primary marketing strategies, and it has been fortified that customers receive the real-time reviews or the recommendations more earnestly.

When we talk about the business, ratings, and reviews, it feels a little sketchy if we do not include the very famous locator and supportive giant- Yelp. Yelp serves the people to see the real reviews and the feedback from the actual customers. It helps the local businesses to settle down and bring a level of trust in the mind of the potential customers. Notably, for the service providers like beauty salons, real feedbacks and ratings play a significant role in attracting the further clientele. If you are one of the salon-owners who wish to spark the name and fame of his/her salon to the maximum height of success, indeed, good Yelp reviews can make your dream come true. In this piece of content, we are going to cover the major points that will explain how you can get good Yelp reviews for your salon.

1.      Make It Easy

Do not hide if you are using Yelp to bring your services on, add yelp logo on the visiting cards, brochures or the billing desks and make it easy for the customers to remember and rate you. People are busy these days, and if you don't remind them for the rating/reviews, probably they will get it skipped.

Additionally, you can also use:

Yelp badge on your website to show up the recent reviews,

“Find us on Yelp” sign at the header or footer of the main page

“Check us out on Yelp” sign below the email signature

2.      Ensure Your Services Meet Standards

You just can't think to get the excellent Yelp reviews if you have not set the standards. Be classy with the services and make sure you are using the high-quality products and equipment. Customers love the extra comfort and the ease you provide to them and admire to speak and spread the appreciation through words.

3.      Reach Out The Brand Evangelists

If you have the regular customers who trust your services and love to get it repeatedly, asking them for the reviews is not at all the wrong idea. Request them to write some kind feedback regarding the services and make your overall rating as good.

4.      Don't Push

While good reviews can help you to attract some more clients, don't ever push your customers to review your products and services. Ask them once and allow them to come up naturally. Remember, genuine feedbacks produce a genuine impact.

5.      Make Reviews Count

As a business strategy, you can reward your customers for the review they provide to you. Each time they describe your brand, offer them some points to make their presence and marketability as permanent. Giving reward points not only attract the customers to fill the reviews but also help businesses to come at the top of the Yelp recommendations.

6.      Always Say Thank You

Reach out to say thank you every time you receive a positive review about your services. Acknowledge that you care about the appreciation and feel more than satisfying to win it.

7.      Learn To Apologize

Often people fear about getting the negative reviews and feel uncomfortable in dealing with them. But If taken correctly, even the bad reviews can attract you a lot of customers making them feel your positive intent and honesty to take a lesson from- what went wrong .Learn the fact, the customer is king and apologize whenever you feel like. It not only impresses the customers but also defines the maturity of your business.

8.      Try to Make the Things Right

For every negative review, be prompt to apologize and try to get into the customer's shoes. Make them feel you as a business care for them and wish to improve the things. Offer them the free services or the discount coupons and request for a chance of improvement. Undoubtedly, it would be a great victory if you with your efforts manage to mold the negative review into a positive conclusion.

9.      Be Present

Don't be lost and try to be present as soon as someone reviews your products and services. Your promptness matters a lot to the customers, and before writing anything, they think about it.

Considerably, Yelp not only help the customers to find the out the real experiences and reviews, but it also encourages the businesses to widen their scope with the help of the Yelp recommendations. Think what it would be like if every third person in your area gets your salon as a recommendation from the Yelp! Well, it's not that simple. Yelp recommendation software considers many factors like reliability, activity, and quality before shooting the business name to the top list.

We counsel you not to worry about getting directly into the recommendation part. Instead, try your best in lifting up your salon services and make the people automatically fill the reviews and spread the words of appreciation to others. It inevitably takes time but believe us; it's not impossible.

Further, Yelp reviews can also be used in marketing material as people have their trust in them. When doing so, always try to be faithful and never promote with the word substitutions or deletions.

Most of the ladies love to visit the salon frequently; especially when it comes to the pedicure process, they mark their calendar in advance for the next visit. Obviously, who doesn't want to enjoy the heated massage experience sitting on a big comfy chair that too with the closed eyes? With the advancement in the beautification industry, salons nowadays try to make their customer experience as the awesome one by providing next level comfort and the hygienic environment. Though professionals make good care to cut down the scope of infections, self-care is always essential, and as a customer, one has all the rights to know about the things that directly or indirectly may produce the adverse health effects. Even a little ignorance can lead the way of viruses and infections that may pass through via tools, air, and even the soaking tub.

So, are you the one who had noted out some infections after your last salon visit? In many of the cases, ladies often ignore the fact their pedicure may be one of the reasons for the spread of infections and allergies; instead, they take their suffering as the natural one and remain unknown with the actual cause. Precaution is always better than the cure; hence in this article, we are going to share some of the points which will help you to avoid infections when taking the pedicure.

•         Check for the Tools

Repetition of the tools may be one of the reasons to spread the growth of fungus, viruses, and bacteria. Ask your nail techie for the cleaning of the tools and the precautions they take to cut the way for infections. A hospital grade sanitizer is always recommended to soak the tools for a specified period to get rid of the bacteria. An autoclave can also do the part, but due to its high cost, it's less popular between the salons. Most of the professional salons these days prefer the use of disposable tools which they use and throw between the clients. For better control in this, you can ask your nail techie to tear out the packaging in front of you.

•         Check for the Soaking Tub

It's a mind-blowing experience to soak the legs in the warm water and enjoy the nail techie rubbing the ankles and the toes. But have you ever imagined, if not cleaned properly, this soaking water can be a pool for various bacteria and infections? Ask your nail techie how frequently they wash the tubs and what measure they take to disinfect the base/walls. If on the grounds of doubt, you can also ask for the cleaning logs and check them with the salon owner. Don't hesitate, it’s something related to your safety and believe us, it's completely okay.

•         Avoid Shaving your Legs

Always try to keep a gap of at least two days before planning the pedicure. Some ladies shave their legs just before going to the salon and think they will get an extra smooth result by doing so. It is completely wrong; shaving makes the pores prominent and produces some light rashes which we can't see with the normal eyes. Infections use these pores and the rashes to enter inside your body, and the further story, you know very well. You may feel redness, irritation or even the allergy for which you will need to consult the doctor and would follow proper medications.

•         The Pumice Stone

Majority of the ladies usually make a mistake at this point. They check for the tools, the soaking tub and the other things to satisfy their mind but forget about the pumice stone, the repetition of which is a complete NO. As this stone is porous, it acts as headquarter for the bacteria, infections which just see their way to attack your body. The rubbing and cleaning experience with pumice is ultra-awesome, but you should never compromise your health against the 15 minutes of deadly exchange. Do remember to always ask for a new pumice stone and if possible, check the packaging tearing out in front.

•         The Workstation Hygiene

Obviously, you will not love to sit on a pile of junk where the remains from the previous jobs are evident. Cleanliness is godliness, and you should stick to that. In any case, if you find any unwanted thing or the unhygienic elements, simply ask for the cleaning. Also, check for the dustbins, they should be properly closed and not as wide open displaying the trash they hold inside them.

•         Proper Ventilation

Often people don't take it seriously and focus only on the other things. It is not a part of the pedicure process, but the absence of this can make you come across with many of the serious diseases and infections. The toxic fumes and dust from the chemical products have some adverse effects on health, and that's why proper ventilation and a good quality air purifier are always recommended for the salons. If you feel any suffocation and pungent smells surrounding the area, don't ignore and ask for the ventilation ducts and air purifier fitment. Remember, your simple query can alert the salon owner and safeguard the health of many.

Considerably, now you must be having enough knowledge about the points that you need to ask and observe this time visiting for the pedicure session. So, surprise your nail techie in the next meeting and make her realize you are concerned about your health and know everything related. Enjoy the course and be safe and healthy!

Quite a large number of people want to venture into the beauty and cosmetic industry. Regardless of the fact that it is a profitable business, there are a number of things one has to consider before owning a nail salon. A well-groomed nail salon is likely to attract savvy women.

Since it is an ever-growing business, the requirements of starting a nail salon need to be carefully looked into. More so, most areas are bounded by zoning laws about home businesses. This will also determine the possibility of owning a nail salon. When setting up a nail salon, you have to consider your budget. This will determine how big or small your beauty parlor will be.

With the right resources, a salon business can make over 40,000USD a year. This, however, depends on the types, the equipment, the rental fee and utility bills, apparatus, space, and some other factors.

MAJOR THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU START A NAIL SALON

1.      Services

Before opening your new business, you need to get an idea of this kind of business operates. What kind of services you will be offering to your clients. Are you going to offer additional services such as pedicures, manicures, gels, wraps, nail art, tanning, waxing, massage, and fiberglass? What kinds of nail will you use to attend to your clients? Are you going to satisfy women of all ages? Some men like to be groomed as well, are you going to attend to men or is it gonna be just for females?

2.      Salon Equipment

The type of salon equipment you will use is another crucial aspect of starting a nail salon. First, you must make sure you get the basic equipment used in all nail salons. The basic equipment used in every nail salon includes styling chair, trolleys, hair dryers, washing basin, sets, and aprons. Additional equipment will be dependent on the services that would be offered by your new salon. If you wish to sell beauty and cosmetic products, then add those to your expenses and invest wisely. You can get beauty equipment for a great deal.

3.      Licenses

Remember that licenses are required by the health agencies in most countries and cities. In order to be a reputable nail tech, you have to be licensed and certified by the state. If you have no certification and license yet, you may have to hire a nail technician, one who is certified to work for you. Besides the license, you will require other permits by your city or state.

4.      Space for the Salon

Getting a space for your salon means you will need to either rent or lease a commercial property. Ideally, it should be located in a busy environment where you can get a lot of customers. The size of commercial building you choose will be based on your expenses and how big you want your business to be established.

5.      Pricing

It is best for you to have a set menu and stick to it. This might be very difficult but you have to set it straight and let your customers get used to your pricing. Setting an irregular price menu will only have you clients confused and may cause troubles and even arguments in the future. New customers are the easiest to start this with; implement good practice and stick to it. In the long term, you will discover how easy it will be for you and your clients. On your price menu make it clear and bold what each service costs. If there will be additional services such as nail arts, specify the cost per nail/per set on your price menu. This will prevent confusion when it comes to payment.

Other basic things to consider before starting your own salon business include:

•         Creating a business plan for your new business
•         Source out ways to finance your new project
•         Building staff
•         The name of your salon
•         Building a customer base
•         Salon equipment

The general look of a saloon plays an integral role in how customers will value your business. More so, the type of services that you offer as well as the apparatus and equipment used will determine a lot of things in the progress of your new business. For a start, you could propose discounts on some saloon services in order to expand your clientele.

Communication is key to success in any business. It is very important that you and your employees satisfy customers various needs and make them feel comfortable as well.  Establishing a bond with your clients will profit you in the long term. The more you relate to them, the more they get attracted to you and your business. And, the more customers you have, the more money you get to make. An increase in clients means an increase in profit, which in turn will lead to the expansion of your business. Also, the more the working area, the more services you offer and more skilled employees will be compelled to work with you. This accounts to how successful you will become within a short time frame. Just learn more on customer communication and see your new establishment become a success.

As your business grows, you will discover that the fixed expenses remain relatively constant. This means your profit margin will grow significantly and mind you, there are several ways to improve cash flow in any business. By adding extra services such as massages and nail arts, you get more customers to your salon. Most people are willing to pay for any form of nail maintenance; feel free to incorporate these services and get more profit for your business. Remember, additional services mean additional expenses. But who cares, we spend money to get more money. I wish you great success in your new establishment!

Nail biting begins when most people are young and eventually grow up with them into adulthood. It is considered a redundant behavior that shows different levels of intensity because most people just can’t get away from their nail-biting habit. As strange as it is, the habit of biting nails is one of the most difficult habits to let go of.

Almost as though there is flavor on the nail, some nail biters just nibble a little on their fingernails. Then, there are other nail biters who not only go to the market on their fingers but also bite their nails as well as the cuticles. Whatever kind of nail-biter you appear to be, your main goal is to stop nail biting.

Deep within the subconscious minds of some people, nail biting is rather enjoyable. It takes a lot of conscious decision, self-discipline, and monitoring to stop biting your nails. Some of the basic steps to prevent your nail biting habit may seem funny; however, these medications have proven to be effective.

CAUSES OF NAIL BITING

There are several reasons why people bite their nails. It is believed that the cause of nail biting comes from the environment. Some surmise that there is a biological connection to this behavior too – it could be passed on from parents to children and even spread among other children.

Also, nail biting is not just a habit; it is considered an impulse control problem. It is thought that nail biting is most likely instinctual and that these instincts come out against our will when we are stressed.

Trying to be professional is another reason for nail biting as well. Most individuals try to straighten out irregularly shaped nails by biting them into shape. As a result, this causes more problems on the nails.

HOW TO STOP NAIL BITING

1.      Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy

A lot of individuals are skeptical whenever they hear hypnosis. However, there is countless success stories associated with this method of treatment. Nail biting hypnosis speeds up the process quite fast. Many people have successfully stopped nail biting after series of intense sessions of oblivious reprogramming.

Hypnosis has been used to help people lose weight, get over their phobia, quit smoking, and it has also had success in stopping nail biting. It is quite simple and painless; yet, it should only be done under intense supervision by highly trained medical professionals.

Since nail biting is generally a response to the stress in one’s life, the use of NLP in conjunction with hypnotherapy and hypnosis will realize major results quickly. Almost immediately after applying this method, you will begin to notice that you no longer feel the urge to bite your nails no matter how much anxiety you feel for longer sessions. Hypnotherapy can be used in a number of ways besides nail biting; it can help you overcome anxiety and other impulsive behaviors that you feel you are a victim to.

2.      Aversion Training

This is done by putting a bitter/sour tasting chemical on your fingernails daily. Doing this will make you less inclined to bite your nails. It will also train you to stay away from this habit. There are many brands available, each with their assurance of guaranteed results. Regardless of their effective results, if it is not practiced daily, there will be slow process or even no result at all. If your job or occupation makes you wash your hands often, you may need to repeat the treatment all through the day.

3.      Nail Polish

This kind of nail polish is quite different from others. It is a transparent type of nail polish that is meant to be used on men and women to help them stop their nail biting habit. This polish has a bitter taste and helps you become more aware of the habit and force you to stop.

4.      Habit Reversal

This is perhaps the most valid, successful, and effective therapy for nail biting. It uses a step-by-step program that seeks to make the victim aware of his/her behavior and then provide a competing response to disrupt it. For example, replacing the habit of nail biting by chewing gum has proven to be effective on some people. This can help the individual to overcome their nail biting habit. However, the victim needs to be determined to break the habit.

5.      Medication

Doctors tend to prescribe antidepressants as a remedy for nail biting. These antidepressants come in various forms and some are administered in combination with antipsychotics just to increase the effect of the antidepressants been used. This kind of medication may be quite expensive and there is a tendency of continuing this habit as soon as you quit. Obviously, medication is an excellent temporary solution; yet, it should not be thought of as a permanent one. With medication, one could go for behavioral therapy and also combine other methods to stop nail biting.

Like most habits, nail biting is a redundant one. Victims who try to stop it find themselves in the habit again. To completely overcome this habit, you need a strong will to break years of reliance on this crutch. This makes the procedure somewhat more troublesome than a few tasteless nail polishes you apply on your skin. Truly, this habit is anything from easy to break. It doesn’t really matter why you are trying to break through, as soon as you are committed to the process, you will overcome.

Nail fungus which is also known as onychomycosis is caused by a fungus which digests keratin (the protective outer layer of the hair, skin, and nails). The keratin gets produced in excess, and an over-produced keratin forces the nail to separate from the nail bed.

This reduces the growth of fingernails and even makes toenails grow more slowly. Once a fungus has attacked the nail, the infected area must grow out before all signs of infection will disappear. When infected, the nails become brittle, dull, and thick. The nail color also becomes dark due to the presence of dirt and debris under the nail.

This causes the infected nail to separate out from the nail bed. This condition is almost painless; however, there are times when the patient may feel some pain in the fingertips and toenails. In some cases, bad odor from the infiltrated nail may be given out. There is no fast remedy for nail fungus; you have to be patient with the treatment recommended to you.

CAUSES OF NAIL FUNGUS

Nail parasite originates from the collection of fungi named “dermatophytes”. This type of fungus finds it impossible to penetrate through the top layer of skin because they are not equipped to overpower the immune system of the host. They thrive in moist and dark areas, which is why toenails are the most common area of infection.

SYMPTOMS

A nail infection carries any of the following symptoms:

•         Thickening and roughness
•         Constant itch under nail
•         Crumbling nail edges
•         An odorous nail
•         Discoloration of the nail
•         Separation of the nail from the bed
•         Pain on the affected toe

TREATMENT

1.      Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is an essential oil that has all the natural ingredients needed to defeat this fungus. Use a clean cotton ball in applying the oil into the nail’s surface and the surrounding area daily. Lavender oil can also be combined with tea tree oil to help speed up recovery. These essential oils sink deep into the cell membrane of the fungi and cause separation and defragmentation.

2.      Hydrogen Peroxide

Use a cotton ball to apply hydrogen peroxide to your infected nails. After applying, make sure your nail dry thoroughly before even putting your socks and shoes. You can also try using vapor rub. Just make sure to apply an adequate amount to your nail fungus and cover with a cotton socks to prevent the vapor rub from damaging your furniture or clothing. Sleep with this treatment and wash in the morning.

3.      Antiseptic Mouthwash

This is another effective way to take care of nail fungus. Antiseptic mouthwash works the same way as the hydrogen peroxide or bleach would, but with no dangerous side effects. All you have to do is to soak your nails in antiseptic mouthwash after bathing. Leave there for about 30 minutes or even more. Repeat this process every day after bathing. The germ killing property of the antiseptic mouthwash will kill the fungus. Make sure you rinse your nails and dry them thoroughly after each treatment.

4.      Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a universally used antioxidant that prevents free radical damage from penetrating the toenail and causing damage on it. The use of vitamin E can disrupt the growth of the fungus by hindering it from causing further damage to the keratin. This means vitamin E should be an integral ingredient for all anti-fungal creams. Free radicals exacerbate a toenail fungus.

5.      Vinegar

Soak your nails in a solution of natural vinegar and warm water for around twenty minutes in the morning as soon as you wake or in the evening before you sleep. This is an easy practice and can be done even while you are watching a movie.

6.      Laser Treatment

Laser treatment has proven to be very effective to treat nail fungus. Lasers target the infected tissue in the nail without touching the healthy tissue. The advancement of technology has made this treatment very precise and much faster than the others.

DOs and DONTs

•         Always keep your feet dry and use a clean towel to dry them immediately after swimming or bathing.

•         Wear absorbent socks and avoid non-porous shoes made of synthetic material.

•         Wear water-sandals when in showers.

•         Ensure that you clean your socks in warm soapy water and try to change them regularly.

•         Always keep your nails short.

•         Do not borrow or lend a nail file, nail clipper, emery board, and the likes.

•         Be sure of the hygiene whenever you visit a salon for a manicure or pedicure.

•         Do not fix artificial nails if you have a fungal infection; they prevent the medication from reaching the nail bed.

•         Use clean water and soap to wash your hands after touching your nails.

•         Do not walk barefooted in public places.

•         Do not trim your nails while you are treating nail fungus. Trimming your nails during any of these treatments means you risk cutting your skin. Indeed, the slightest cut allows another passage for the fungus to infiltrate and this could allow more infections.

Allow your nails to grow normally and use a clean file on them when they become too long or sharp. This will help the essential oils have a great impact on the fungus. Truly, those hiding their nail fungus are at risk of making it grow worse. You can try to hide the problem by trying to eliminate it.

It is very important to take several preventive measures in order not to allow the fungi spread and get any worse. Wearing absorbable socks, breathable, good-fitting shoes are good practices to be maintained. Once it is contained, it will be very easy to treat nail fungus.