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The kits have antibacterial sanitizers in them to hydrate, cleanse, and soften the skin. Each kit comes with a pair of gloves and booties to lock in the moisture before a nail tech wraps the hands and feet in a warm towel. Following the wrap is callus work, exfoliation, cuticle grooming, a brief massage, and polish. SPAtaneity frequently uses Footlogix's scrub and sanitizing shoe deodorant for clients. Malone has plans to make disposable mani/pedi kits of her own in the coming years. "I'm starting to get a lot of customers asking about the kits, so I want to launch my own line," she says. "I'm in the process now of getting all the raw materials. They just La Lili 5 Introducing the latest model from Gulfstream Inc. With emphasis on fashion and technology, the La Lily 5 truly is a stand out. Choose from a wide array of colors to match your decor. 9640 Chair make for a really ef⇒ cient service." SPAtaneity also uses products from Natural Kosmetics and BR Nails made by Balbpharm. Additionally, they have their own alternative paraf⇒ n wraps called "Eco⇒ n," which is made from a biodegradable product without harsh chemicals made to prevent pore clogging. The salon does natural nail care services only; however, Malone recently started offering gel-polish due to its growing popularity. "But I always tell my nail techs to pull out the client consultation form to see if their nails are peeling or weak," says Malone. "If they are, we won't do gel- polish for them." The most popular treatment is the basic mani/pedi called the Eco- Essential, which runs $30 for a manicure and $45 for a pedicure. The other popular treatments are the Herbal Mist Treatment and the SPAtaneity Specialty, which includes an aromatherapy neck wrap, disposable kit, Eco⇒ n, an extended massage, and polish. The SPAtaneity Specialty mani goes for $40, while the pedi is priced at $60. Dimensions 30" W x 54" L x 58" H Disposable Liner Adjustable Footrest Accessories Drawer 9640 Chair Upholstery Colors 9620 Chair Upholstery Colors Black Burgundy Curry Sand Hollyhock Butterscotch Truffle STAYING TRENDY SPAtaneity exudes "urban-chic" with brick walls and smooth jazz piping in the background. A collection of elevated pedicure chairs and sleek manicure bars line the space. Malone opted against having televisions because she felt it would take away from the relaxing ambiance. Although Malone says the salon's collective goal is to get clients' nails healthy, she has found the ⇒ nances to incorporate a few trendy service offerings like rockstar nails, Minx, and caviar manicures. There are three nail techs in the salon at one time, but SPAtaneity has about 10 employed who still do mobile services. "Doing that on the side helps our salon through slow months." Malone does promotions through Groupon and also works hard to stay current with the industry. 1-877-622-4853 www.Gulfstreaminc.com www.nailsmag.com/fifi/23186 104 | NAILS MAGAZINE | DECEMBER 2012 "I'm addicted to NAILS Magazine," confesses Malone. She also confessed that she's working with a few brands to soon create her own product lines.