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Vibrant, bouncy, voluminous curls. Natural and carefree with a touch of elegance. That’s how @stephanied1519’s inspo pic looked. Those were her hair expectations. But how did she look after her salon visit? “I LOOK LIKE A BOY 😭” Cue the sad Titanic flute music. In a viral TikTok video with over 4 million views, Stephanie…

If you’re a dog groomer, chances are you’re a dog lover. From tail wags to slobbery smooches, floppy ears and boopable noses, these furry friends are irresistibly sweet, cute, and loyal. But even the best canine companions can be difficult to groom. In this article, we discuss reasons why dogs can be tricky to groom,…

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…

Salon accidents can cause medical emergencies right there in your barbering chair. It’s happened to multiple Reddit users, and it could happen to you, too. For example, first aid in a salon can prove useful if: A client loses consciousness from fatigue, low blood sugar, heart attacks, or strokes. Someone slips, trips, or falls. Your…

First-time massage clients are a big deal. That first massage appointment is your chance to make a lasting impression. Getting a massage for the first time should be the kind of experience your new massage clients rave about. Make it a positive experience, and they’ll likely become repeat customers and refer you to their friends.…