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{in this issue} Technique p. 74 78 Demos Step-by-steps from Cuccio Naturalé and Nouveau Nail 112 Reader to Reader Are French manicures and pedicures still in style for bridal nails? 82 Signature Services Step-by-steps for an Island Oasis Pedicure and a Me! Bath Chocolate Strawberry Ice Cream Pedicure 82 Business p. 106 114 Is Merchant Cash Advance Right For You? Merchant cash advances are easier to get than traditional bank loans. Advantages include quick funding and a repayment schedule that is tied to the salon's cash flow. 88 Father's Day Nail Services Father's Day provides an excellent way for you to ofer services specifically for male clients and maybe even an opportunity to turn them into regular customers. Here are some examples of how nail salons are marketing to male clients. Style p. 92 104 98 Nail Art Studio Step-by-steps on new nail art designs 102 Book Excerpt: i.Gel Design Book Internationally renowned nail artist Viv Simmonds showcases step-by-step nail art designs for Odyssey Nail System's soak-of gelpolish. 120 104 Boutique: Father's Day Gifts Let customers say Happy Father's Day with everything from beef jerky to leather goods. Whether practical or sentimental, these gifts are sure to brighten up any dad's day. In Every Issue 138 50 | NAILS MAGAZINE | JUNE 2013 54 56 60 70 72 156 174 178 189 206 On My Mind We Hear You Nails File Freebies & Giveaways On The Road Ad Index Reader Nail Art Product Spotlight Deal Sheet My Other Life 116 When a Tech Leaves Your Team You hired her, trained her, helped fill her book, and now she's leaving the salon. What will you tell the clients? 120 Salon Profile U.K.-based salon Polish Nail & Beauty is turning heads with free-hand nail art, a steady flow of industry awards, and brand involvement. Health p. 126 132 Under the Microscope: Onychogryphosis Onychogryphosis refers to nails that have thickened and developed a deep curve. 134 5 Things You Should Ask Your Nail Biting Clients, and Why Use the information you gather from your consultation with nail biters not only to decide what you should do in the salon to help them break the habit, but also to educate them on the things they should be doing at home. 138 Personal Trainer: Shoulder Pain Shoulder pain is a common complaint among techs due to the nature of your posture. You spend hours hunched over a nail desk or a pedi tub. All the small straining adds up to big demands on your shoulders.