Nailpro Magazine 1999 Index

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Compiled by Inga Hansen, Nailpro Associate Editor

Whether you're looking to revamp your pedicure area or improve your smile lines, Nailpro's 1999 index of articles will help you find the information you need in a hurry. Entries are separated by category and include title, author, issue and page number.

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AROMATHERAPY
The Relaxology Hour, S. Goetzinger, Oct., 92. Note: Incorporating aromatherapy and massage.
Your Guide to the Top 10 Essential Oils, L. Dewey, Apr., 63.

ART
31 Nail Art Inspirations, S. Macauley, Apr., 72.
Airbrush Trouble Shooting, A. Sercu, Jan., 53.
Banking on Body Art, S. Macauley, June, 62.
Body Art Temporary Tattoo (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Apr., 120.
Encased Nails (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Apr., 32.
First Day of School (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Aug., 36.
Gems of the Sea (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, July, 38.
Let the Fun Begin (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Oct., 55. Note: Halloween nail art.
My First Love (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Jan., 36. Note: Valentine's Day Nail Art.
Nail Art for Conservative Clients (Tech Tips), Feb., 40.
Nail Art Marblizer Kit (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Oct., 138.
Nail Art Tricks & Tools, S. Macauley, Oct., 85.
Nail Art Worth Flipping Over (Nailing the News), Feb., 20. Note: Flip It step-by step nail art system.
Spring Growth (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Mar., 32.
Summer Stars and Stripes (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, June, 38.
A Time for Thanksgiving (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Nov., 42.
"V" is for Very Conservative (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Feb., 36. Note: Nail art for conservative clients.
A Wedding Album (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, May, 32.
White After Labor Day (Art Gallery), S. Macauley, Sept., 44.

BUILDING BUSINESS
10 Steps to Better Promotions (Building Business), B. Jewett, Apr., 18.
A Mini Trade Show for Brides (Building Business), R. Oppenheim, May, 22. Note: Joining with local merchants can increase clientele.
Are You in the Loop? (Building Business), B.A. Owens, Aug., 18. Note: Networking groups.
Banking on Body Art, S. Macauley, June, 62.
Be Cool at School (Building Business), L.H. Oskin, Sept., 22. Note: Marketing to students.
Card-Carrying Member (Building Business), J. McCormick, July, 22. Note: Should you join a professional organization.
For Immediate Release (Building Business), S. MaGee, Oct., 22. Note: Writing a press release.
Hop on the Wagon (Building Business), B.A. Owens, Oct., 24. Note: Benefits of Welcome Wagon coupon marketing.
Just Picture It (Building Business), M.R. Gould, May, 20. Note: Photographing your work.
Marketing Waxing & Sugaring (Building Business), W. Henninger, Jan., 19.
Paraffin Perks, J. McCormick, Oct., 74. Note: Increase profits with Paraffin.
Repeat Business (Building Business), J. McCormick, Feb., 21. Note: Client Retention.
This Town Ain't Big Enough (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, May, 106. Note: Rising above the competition.
What's in the Cards for Men?, A. Sercu, Feb., 70. Note: Building a male clientele.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Build a Winning Personality, G. Stampora, July, 62. Note: Creating a salon with character.
Can We Talk? ('Net Notes), M. Borrego, Sept., 151. Note: Nail tech chat rooms.
Cool Products from '98, J. Banks, Jan., 65.
The Corporate Connection (Career Moves), B.A. Owens, Oct., 146. Note: Tina Canada joined a Fortune 500 company.
Inspect This! (Career Moves), M.R. Gould, June, 111. Note: State inspector.
Join Me on the Internet ('Net Notes), M. Borrego, July, 86.
Occupation: Nail Division Manager (Career Moves), M.R. Gould, Mar., 120.
Those Who Can, Teach, J. McCormick, Nov., 68. Note: Teachers speak out.
Writing for the Nail Industry (Career Moves), M.R. Gould, Feb., 122.
You Oughta Be in Pictures (Success Stories), B.A. Owens, June, 98. Note: Hand model Jane Franz.
You've Got Mail ('Net Notes), M. Borrego, Nov., 131. Note: e-mailing fellow techs.

CLIENT RELATIONS
Basic Training: The Acrylic Client (Workshop), J. McCormick, Mar., 88.
Client History (Nail Clinic), G. Mix, DPM, Mar., 94. Note: The importance of client records.
"Just a Few Minutes More" (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, Feb., 128. Note: Helping clients tan safely.
New Spin on Gels, A. Sercu, Aug., 64. Note: Choosing the right client for gels.
Recommending a Medical Referral (Tech Tips), Sept., 160.
Salon Spies: It's Becoming a Habit, M.R. Gould, M. Beckett, J.McCormick, A. Menzies & V. Peters, Nov., 78. Note: Salon Spies note good and bad work habits.
Taking Time Off (Shop Talk), J. McCormick, June, 82.

DISEASES AND DISORDERS
"Colorful" Nails (Nail Clinic), P. Rich, M.D., July, 76. Note: Colored spots in nails.
Diabetes Mellitus (Nail Clinic), J. McCormick, Jan., 78.
Foot Faults (Nail Clinic), G.F.O. Mix, D.P.M., Nov., 100. Note: Recognizing skin disorders on the feet.
Eliminating the Culprit (Nail Clinic), J. McCormick, Apr., 100. Note: Allergic Reactions.
The Mystery of Fibromyalgia (Nail Clinic), J. McCormick, May, 84.
Nail Fungus (Nail Clinic), P. Rich, M.D., Sept., 114.
Nail Ridging (Nail Clinic), P. Rich, M.D. & B.E. Elewski, M.D., June, 90.
Onycholysis (Nail Clinic), C.R. Daniel, III, M.D., Oct., 122.
Parkinson's Disease (Nail Clinic), J. Banks, Aug., 72.
Total Recall (Nail Clinic), M.R. Gould, Feb., 96. Note: Using mnemonics to remember nail conditions and diseases.

DISINFECTION AND SANITATION
Keeping It Clean (Workshop), V. Peters, Oct., 32.
Salon Spies: It's Becoming a Habit, M.R. Gould, M. Beckett, J.McCormick, A. Menzies & V. Peters, Nov., 78. Note: Salon Spies make note of good and bad work habits.

FILES AND BUFFERS
Finishing Touches, A. Sercu, Feb., 78. Note: Using electric files safely.
The Right File, V. Peters, May, 68. Note: Choosing the right file for the job.

GELS
Basic One Gel System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Sept., 136.
Light Elegance Gel System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Apr., 120.
New Spin on Gels, A. Sercu, Aug., 64. Note: Choosing the right client for gels.

HAIR REMOVAL/WAXING
7 Tips From Waxing Experts, J. McCormick, Mar., 80.
Clean+Easy Petite Waxing Spa (Pro Talk), V. Peters, June, 106.
Marketing Waxing & Sugaring (Building Business), W. Henninger, Jan., 19.

INDUSTRY NEWS
A Gathering of A.A.N.T.S. (Nailing the News), Mar., 136. Note: American Assoc. of Nail Technicians launched in Las Vegas.
ABA Officers and Board of Directors 1999-2000 (Nailing the News), Mar., 136.
And the Winners Are...(Nailing the News), Mar., 14. Note: 1998 ABBIES winners.
Antitampering Act of 1999 (Editorial), K. Kirkland, Sept., 12.
Attention, California Techs!, Jan., 16. Note: Licensing late fee grace period eliminated.
Congress Supports Cosmetics (Nailing the News), May, 112. Note: FDA increases funding for regulation of cosmetics industry.
Global Nail Exchange (Nailing the News), May, 18. Note: Global Nail Exchange established.
Lights, Camera, Action (Nailing the News), July, 16. Note: Nailpro on Lifetime.
SPFs Capped at 30 (Nailing the News), Aug., 102. Note: FDA ruling on SPF.
Style-Setting Stars (Nailing the News), Nov., 20. Note: Meg Ryan and Harrison Ford named National Cosmetology Association Stylemakers of the Year.

INTERVIEWS
Howard Britt (1-Minute Interview), V. Peters, Sept., 134. Note: Owner, Premiere Beauty Show.
How Did You Discover Nails? (1-Minute Interview), J. McCormick, June, 104. Note: Seven techs share their stories.
Eriko Kurosaki (1-Minute Interview), V. Peters, May, 152. Note: Japanese champion competitor and May Nailpro cover tech.
Kelly Lobeck, First-Time Client (1-Minute Interview), V. Peters, Aug., 86.
Making Your Holiday Services Stand Out (1-Minute Interview), I. Hansen, Nov., 114. Note: Nail techs share their holiday extras.
New Year's Resolutions (1-Minute Interview), J. Banks & L. Jacobson-Kossoff, Feb., 150. Note: Resolutions of 13 beauty professionals.
Suzanne Munshower (1-Minute Interview), V. Peters, Oct., 136. Note: Owner, Suzanne Munshower Communications.
Stella Niffenegger (1-Minute Interview), V. Peters, Mar., 172. Note: Nail tech educator and Ohio state board consultant.
Renee Skrocki (1-Minute Interview), L. Jacobson-Kossoff, Feb., 170. Note: One tech's crusade against MMA.

LICENSING AND REGULATIONS
Antitampering Act of 1999 (Editorial), K. Kirkland, Sept., 12.
Attention, California Techs!, Jan., 16. Note: Licensing late fee grace period eliminated.
Hair vs. Nails (Open Forum), Apr., 168. Note: Should nail techs be able to purchase professional hair products?
Nevada News (Nailing the News), May, 112. Note: Changes in Nevada cosmetology licensing.
The State of the States, J. Banks, Nov., 92. Note: Licensing requirements and state regulations.

LIQUID AND POWDER
Alpha 9 Acrylic System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, July, 88.
Aqua Nails (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Aug., 88.
Beautiful Nails Acrylic System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Feb., 116.
Extreme Powder Glaze System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Mar., 114.
Fishy Alternative to Acrylics (Nailing the News), Jan., 14. Note: Nails At Last.
Line Out (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Sept., 136.
ONS acrylic system (Pro Talk), V. Peters, May, 100.
Perfect Balance (Workshop), V. Peters, Mar., 26. Note: Creating well-proportioned acrylics.
Perfecting the Liquid-to-Powder Ratio (Workshop), V. Peters, Feb., 30.
Pinnacle World-Class Formula (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Jan., 94.
Shimmering Glass (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Sept., 136.
What's New in Acrylics, A. Sercu, June, 70.
Young Nails Primer Free Acrylic System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Nov., 116.
Zoë Forms (Pro Talk), V. Peters, July, 88.

NAIL COLOR/POLISHING
Color Me Free, L. Randazzo, Mar., 40. Note: Spring polish collections.
A Colorfest of Fun, L. Randazzo, July, 45. Note: Summer polish collections.
Cyber Color, L. Randazzo, Sept., 74. Note: Fall polish collections.
Powder Polish Dip-N-Color (Pro Talk), V. Peters, June, 106.
Surprising Summer Shades (Nailing the News), June, 18. Note: Color-change and glow-in-the-dark polishes.

NAIL TECH/SALON PROFILES
The $100 Manicurist (Success Stories), B.A. Owens, Sept., 126. Note: Louis Mattassi.
Break Out of Your Rut! One Tech's Story, T.B. Csomo, Sept., 66.
Confessions of a Nail Student, M. Wolper, Sept., 100.
The Corporate Connection (Career Moves), B.A. Owens, Oct., 146. Note: Tina Canada joined a Fortune 500 company to provide employee nail services.
Eriko Kurosaki (1-Minute Interview), V. Peters, May, 152. Note: Japanese champion competitor and May Nailpro cover tech.
Mothers of Invention (Success Stories), P. Ford, Feb.,108. Note: Three nail tech inventions.
Nails of the World Part 1: Japan, Russia, Australia, K. Kirkland & L. Jacobson-Kossoff, May, 46.
Nails of the World Part 2: Cancun, Mexico, K. Kirkland & L. Jacobson-Kossoff, May, 46.
Nails of the World Part 3: Austria, France, Germany and the U.K., K. Kirkland & L. Jacobson-Kossoff, Oct., 110.
Number One--Japanese Style (Success Stories), B.A. Owens, Jan., 90. Note: Ichiban Salon & Day Spa.
Tech With a Voice (Success Stories), P. Ford & J. Cubello, Nov., 110. Note: Nail Tech/Singer Deborah Lippmann.
A Tech's Wish List, J. Banks, Sept., 86. Note: Manufacturers respond to tech's product wish lists.
Turning the Tables (Success Stories), B.A. Owens, Oct., 130. Note: Karen Lampani, owner, Patricks Salon.
World's Top Tech, May, 52. Note: Winner and runners-up of Nailpro's World's Top Tech contest.

NAIL TIPS
30-Minute Tip Underlay (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Mar., 114.
Breaking the Mold, A. Sercu, Sept., 94. Note: Nail tips.
Tip Refinement (Workshop), V. Peters, May, 26.
NATURAL NAIL CARE
7 Days to Beautiful Hands (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Nov., 116.
Bella Mani (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Sept., 136.
Beyond the Basic Manicure, L.Randazzo, Nov., 60.
Nipper Sharpener (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Oct., 138.
SpaManicure Interactive System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Jan., 94

PEDICURES
Estelina's Spa Collection (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Aug., 88.
Nipper Sharpener (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Oct., 138.
Pedicures To Go!, A. Sercu, Apr., 90. Note: Portable Pedicure Equipment.
Treats for Toes, A. Sercu, Aug., 46. Note: Spa-level pedicures.

PERSONAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Break Out of Your Rut! One Tech's Story, T.B. Csomo, Sept., 66.
Build a Winning Personality, G. Stampora, July, 62. Note: Creating a salon with character.
Burnout!, J. McCormick, Sept., 52. Note: Dealing with stress and burnout.
The Complaint Department, J. McCormick, Feb., 59. Note: Salon Owners Speak Out.
Get Organized!, A. Sercu, July, 52. Note: Space-saving and organizational devices.
It's a Jungle Out There, J. Banks, Feb., 45. Note: Survival Guide for Newbies.
Sight for Sore Eyes, J. McCormick, June, 54. Note: Proper Work Lighting.
Stressbusters!, B.A. Owens, Sept., 60.
Taking Time Off (Shop Talk), J. McCormick, June, 82. Note: Planning for vacations and time off.
What's Your BQ (Burnout Quotient)?, M.R. Gould, Sept., 70.

RETAILING
Cool Products from '98, J. Banks, Jan., 65.
Ride the Retail Wave, A. Sercu, Oct., 62.
The Spies Go Shopping Part One: Salons, M. Beckett, M.R. Gould, J. McCormick, A. Menzies & V. Peters, Mar., 53.
The Spies Go Shopping Part Two: Beauty Supply Stores, M. Beckett, M.R. Gould, J. McCormick, A. Menzies & V. Peters, Apr., 43.
Taking the Swimwear Plunge (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, Mar., 128. Note: Retailing swim wear.

SALON MANAGEMENT
Brilliant Deductions (ShopTalk), M.E. Battersby, Feb., 88. Note: Allowable tax deductions.
Children are Welcome (Shop Talk), M.R. Gould, July, 70. Note: Pros and cons of catering to children.
ClienTrak! Software (Pro Talk), V. Peters, May, 100.
The Complaint Department, J. McCormick, Feb., 59. Note: Salon Owners Speak Out.
Converting to Natural Nail Care (Tech Tips), Nov., 49.
Finding Reliable Employees (Tech Tips), July, 42.
"How Do I Compute Thee?" (Tanning Turns), P. Mills-Senn, Oct., 142. Note: Salon management software.
Law of the Land (Shop Talk), J. McCormick, Sept., 106. Note: Salon policy manuals.
Renter's Rights, M.R. Gould, May, 58. Note: Booth rental rules.
Shopping Smarter, M.R. Gould, May, 76. Note: Purchasing and maintaining inventory.
Staff Meetings (Shop Talk), J.E. Spear, Nov., 96.
Staffing Know-How (Building Business), G. Ahlquist, Mar., 20. Note: Studying behavior to hire the right people.
Start-Ups (Tanning Turns), P. Mills-Senn, Nov., 122. Note: Adding tanning to your salon.
Take Cover, B.A. Owens, Oct., 100. Note: Salon insurance.
Taming the Inventory Monster, J. McCormick, Jan., 44.

SALON SAFETY
Breathe Deeply, A. Sercu, Mar., 72. Note: Air purifiers.
On the Safe Side, A. Sercu, Apr., 80. Note: Products That Decrease Work Hazards.

SKILL DEVELOPMENT
7 Tips From Waxing Experts, J. McCormick, Mar., 80.
The Buffer Zone (Workshop), V. Peters, Aug., 26. Note: Buffing options and tricks.
Field Trips (Shop Talk), M.R. Gould, Oct., 116.
In Good Form (Workshop), V. Peters, Sept., 32. Note: Nail forms.
Perfect Balance (Workshop), V. Peters, Mar., 26. Note: Creating well-proportioned acrylics.
Perfecting the Liquid-to-Powder Ratio (Workshop), V. Peters, Feb., 30.
Removing Enhancements (Workshop), V. Peters, Apr., 24.
"Show Me Your Smile" Line (Workshop), V. Peters, Oct., 36. Note: Improving smile lines.
Terrific Timesavers, A. Sercu, Aug., 58. Note: Timesaving tips from 10 techs.
Three Backfills (Workshop), V. Peters, Jan., 30.
Tip Refinement (Workshop), V. Peters, May, 26.
Working the Averages (Shop Talk), M.R. Gould, Apr., 106. Note: Are you working fast enough?
Your One-Hour Acrylic Fill Part 1: The First 30 Minutes (Workshop), V. Peters, June, 28.
Your One-Hour Acrylic Fill Part 2: The Second 30 Minutes (Workshop), V. Peters, July, 32.

TANNING
Crowning Trends (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, Apr., 126. Note: Tanning accessories.
Equipped With An Edge (Tanning Turns), P. Mills-Senn, Sept., 142. Note: Latest tanning bed technology.
"How Do I Compute Thee?" (Tanning Turns), P. Mills-Senn, Oct., 142. Note: Salon management software.
"Just a Few Minutes More" (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, Feb., 128. Note: Helping clients tan safely.
SPFs Capped at 30 (Nailing the News), Aug., 102. Note: FDA ruling on SPF.
Start-Ups (Tanning Turns), P. Mills-Senn, Nov., 122. Note: Adding tanning to your salon.
Sunless and Selling (Tanning Turns), A. Sercu, Aug., 94. Note: Self-Tanners.
Taking the Swimwear Plunge (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, Mar., 128. Note: Retailing swim wear.
Tanning Clients Speak Out (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, Jan., 100.
This Town Ain't Big Enough (Tanning Turns), A. Shaw, May, 106. Note: Rising above the competition.

WRAPS
It's A Wrap, A. Lime-Sims, Nov., 50. Note: Nail wraps.
Soft Touch Nail Wrap System (Pro Talk), V. Peters, Feb., 116.