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 As a salon manager in a city of 32,000 in the interior region of Alaska, there was a time when Jenna Gillen didn’t know the difference the right operator training could make. Then she saw it for herself. Visiting Sunsations …

Today, red light therapy is universally accepted both medically and, just as importantly, socially. The medical and scientific community recognizes that these devices provide benefits without any potential adverse effects from overexposure. According to the Cleveland Clinic’s website, one of …

By Scott Nichols

In today’s world, most of us watch video clips online. If you’re like my son, you watch sports clips of athletes making the last-minute shot, touchdown or goal. What’s not shown is the other 99% of the …

A tanning salon isn’t just a space for customers to achieve their desired sun-kissed glow; it’s also a dynamic environment that relies on the dedication and commitment of its employees. In this bustling setting, the active solicitation and implementation of …

Laura and Paul Haenlein created Utopia Tan & Spa with a vision to provide clients with a high-end, wellness-oriented experience. From the start, they committed to premium equipment, including high-performance hybrid tanning beds. So, when they decided to add full-body …

Memory becomes a worry as humans age, and that worry has spawned a plethora of new anti-forgetfulness products. Based on recent research, we elucidate the manner in which sunlight stimulation of skin may influence important chemical reactions. These reactions improve …

By Brandon Cardinal, Sunless, Inc.

Are you ever confused as to what it is you do at your salon when it comes to spray tanning, sunless tanning and or self-tanning. It is our job as an industry to define what …

Savvy salon owners know that staying connected with their customer base is key to keeping business strong. Email marketing is a powerful tool for maintaining customer engagement, promoting seasonal offers, and positioning your salon as a go-to resource for beauty …