OUTRAGED AGAIN: BY RISE’ CARTER

August 17th, 2010

Is it only me, or do other nail technicians around the world get outraged when they see, read, or hear of some out-of-the-normal “situation”, whereby a client has severe damage caused by “nail products”?  Read the rest of this entry »

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What A “Nail Girl” Wants: By Rise’ Carter

August 3rd, 2010

We at NSI often, and I do mean often, sit around a conference table having lengthy discussions about what “nail girls” REALLY need.  What are your major concerns?  We have put together focus groups, talked to different marketing agencies, salon owners, educators, other manufacturers, and trade publication editors, and the list goes on from there. Read the rest of this entry »

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True NSI Spirit: By Rise’ Carter

July 14th, 2010

I know that I have said this before; I feel blessed to have a job that offers me an opportunity to travel and see places that I probably would never see in my lifetime.  It truly is the heart and passion of the people that I meet which is so unique and precious to me. Read the rest of this entry »

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Beauty Shows: BY ERIN SNYDER DIXON

June 30th, 2010

Several weeks ago, beauty pros from around the world flocked to Orlando for one of the biggest professional beauty shows around. It’s so easy to get caught up in the energy. Music filled the show floor as we scrambled to see what’s new. Read the rest of this entry »

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How Do You Handle Chronically Late Clients?: By Rise’ Carter

June 8th, 2010

How often have you had clients that can NEVER make her appointment on time?  She brushes in all out of breath and tired, and immediately starts apologizing for why she is late again.  By the time she lays down her purse, removes her jacket, gets out her cell phone and water bottle, you are ready to go postal! Read the rest of this entry »

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Personal Upkeep: By Erin Snyder Dixon

May 25th, 2010

In the salon environment, we are always paying attention to our appearance, the maintenance in the salon, etc. Read the rest of this entry »

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LED vs. UV: By Rise’ Carter

May 11th, 2010

I spent a good deal of time researching the new LED lights to cure light-cured nail products.  There has been quite some buzz on this new gel technology, but is it all hype? Read the rest of this entry »

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Great Time & Great People in South Africa: By Rise’ Carter

April 15th, 2010

Rick [NSI President] and I had the pleasure of traveling to South Africa to work with our exclusive distributor.  We didn’t start out on the best foot, as we arrived with no luggage.  Read the rest of this entry »

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ISSE Nail Competition – Part Two: By Kirsty Meakin

March 24th, 2010

As I board the plane to L.A. for the Nail Pro Cup competition at ISSE, held in Long Beach, I’m filled with excitement and nerves; excitement because I’m going to be surrounded by my fabulous nail friends and nerves because this trip and competition was not the most planned or prepared as late. Read the rest of this entry »

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ISSE Nail Competition – Part One: By Kirsty Meakin

March 9th, 2010

I’m a great believer in preparation, especially when it comes to competing. Planning each and every detail of the categories I enter beforehand is a must. It keeps me calm and focused. Read the rest of this entry »

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