Archive for December 2024

In the wellness world, smells mean a lot. That’s why many massage therapists are hard pressed about finding the best-smelling massage oil (or determining how to remove smells clients don’t like). Scientists asked 225 individuals from nine diverse cultures—like hunter-gatherers and urban-dwellers—what they thought about 10 unique scents. Most agreed that vanillin, the main component…

To small talk or not to small talk? That is the question among  introverted beauty professionals wondering how to get better at small talk at work. “Introverted / socially anxious nail techs: How do you deal with the small talk with your clients—especially new ones?” posted one Reddit user entering the industry. “I’m really worried…

“My hairdresser cut my hair too short!” “Does anyone know what to do with a bad haircut that’s too short?” “Any advice on how to fix a too-short haircut?” If you’ve never accidentally cut hair too short, you don’t know the gut-wrenching, heart-sinking feeling. But many of your clients have experienced this before. Like one…

“I had my first prenatal massage today (I’m almost 22 weeks), and my massage therapist applied zero pressure on any parts of my body. It was more of just a rub with oil.” That’s how one Reddit user described her negative pregnancy massage experience. She continued: “I spoke up and kindly asked her to apply…

Birth defects. Nervous system damage. Cancer. Eye, skin, and throat irritation. Allergies. Asthma. Dermatitis. What do these potential risk factors have in common? They’re all possible harms that could stem from exposure to dangerous chemicals in nail salons.  Meanwhile, employment in the nail industry is on the rise. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics…