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Top New Year’s Resolutions that Will Create a Powerful Business

The word “resolution” strikes fear in the hearts of many this time of year.

Whether it’s because you’ve made a million resolutions before and never accomplished any of them, or you’re fearful of the time, effort and money that go into accomplishing most resolutions, unbeliev-ably, there is still good reason to make new resolutions for 2009.

The fact is, if you never set goals, there is nothing out there for you to accomplish. And if you approach New Year’s resolu-tions as goals, rather than promises you’ll probably break, they can be a powerful dynamic in creating a successful year for your business.

That said, here are five top New Year’s resolutions to consider implementing in your business that will help you create a powerful, unforgettable new year.

Make Business Education MandatoryMany salons and spas recognize the

importance of sending themselves and their staff to hair shows to learn the latest cutting

and technical trends. Some businesses, however, overlook the simple fact it’s not the cuts, colors and facials they are strug-gling with, it’s making more money and successfully growing their business.

Business education comes in all shapes and sizes. Making sure owners and staff alike are partaking in some sort of education designed to develop their business skills is mandatory in today’s economy. From books to private business consulting, make it a point to schedule and participate in the business education you need this year.

Enter a Contest or Award CompetitionThere’s nothing more motivating than

healthy competition. It highlights what works in your business and is a great way to get not only recognition, but to make sure you are at peak performance.

The beauty industry offers countless contests and awards to exemplary salons and spas. Find a program you could qualify for by doing some research online or using industry magazines. It’s a great, fun way to push yourself and your staff into performing at the top of your game.

Clean it Up and Throw it OutVow to hit the ground running by

making sure you have a fresh, clutter-free business to start the new year.

Take advantage of the typically slow month of January to get your entire team involved in freshening up the business. Make a hit list you can accomplish by Janu-ary 31. Make sure to include the retail area, front desk, back break areas, office space and individual stations. Anything from a fresh coat of paint to new wall décor can really make a difference and build an environment geared towards new success.

Make New FriendsMany businesses are finding themselves

in similar situations with the economic slow down. Now is a great opportunity to seek out and develop mutually beneficial rela-tionships with businesses that have similar clientele and want to drive new business.

Make a list of the businesses in your community that service your ideal clientele. Consider businesses that are naturally generating more business during this time of year. Fitness gyms are a great resource this time of year because January is typically their biggest client influx.

Most companies welcome opportunities to enhance the value of their memberships with “free” promotions. Perhaps offer a free cut with a paid color and style service. Don’t be afraid to walk right in, meet with the manager and strike up a partnership.

Devote Time to Your First PriorityThis last resolution may sound a bit

vague, but it’s really a chance to examine what is most important in your life and to carve out special time to dedicate to it. How?

First, have your team make a list of the top 10 things you and they most want to accomplish in 2009. Then, look at the first two items on the list and cross off the less important item. Repeat this step with the new top two items until just one remains.

Have each person write on their calendar the time each week to devote to the task. Since everyone does this, it will create cama-raderie and team spirit, as well as assuring you accomplish the task.

And there you have it, a list of not so scary resolutions that you can implement in your business to create a dynamic 2009. Remember, resolution by definition is the resolve to accomplish something. No matter what’s on your list, relate to each item as a goal and guideline to keep yourself moving forward in your life and your business.

Shannon Wells is a consultant for Your Beauty Network, a beauty industry ongoing business support service. YBN offers a membership based business support resource used by over 700 salon and spa owners. For more informa-tion, visit www.ybn.com, call 866-364-4926 or e-mail info@ybn.com.

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You Have Power to Thrive in 2009

OK, maybe “power” is overstating it, but you do have influence over this new year.

We all own 2009. We aren’t deaf to the news about economic difficulties, we aren’t unaffected, but we can all choose not to let difficulties own us. We own 2009. We own the economy. We own the talents we bring to our businesses.

So how can you go about taking control? How can you help change the world? I bet you are already doing it, and reading this issue of the Stylist will make you even better at it. Let me point out some highlights.

To set the mood, on page 5, Jerry Tyler’s article “True Success is a Matter of Choice” reminds us of what change each member of the industry can bring to people looking for relief. You may not have equated your role in the salon as being similar to a movie star, but his insights into how the movie industry helped during the Great Depression just might help you see the reason you can.

You’ll find another famous media reference in Judith Culp’s article “Esthetiti-cans are Caught Between the Best and Worst of Times,” found on page 9. She reminds estheticians how great the times are now, with unparalleled opportunities and technolo-gies. Although the economy dampens the enthusiasm of many, she’ll point out simple and practical ways you can hone your practice to survive the worst of times.

Following along the theme of staying positive about 2009, look at “Beauty Industry Leaders Remain Optimistic in 2009” on page 6.

You will enjoy the upbeat message you will find in the interviews found there.

One specific source of revenue, and thereby survivability, can be found in an article from the NCA page 7. It explains how “Retail Matters,” highlighting reasons retail is good and can help you survive in these tough economic times. It also highlights a new campaign NCA is undertaking to help the industry pull through until the economy equalizes.

There are a few things you should be aware of with the upcoming political changes. “PBA Tracks Political Changes” will take you through several legal and financial changes that might take place soon. You will be glad to know all but one are potentially positive changes. Look and see what you think of these possible upcoming changes on page 8.

How did you feel when you heard about the recent corporate bailouts? Neil Ducoff ’s “Accountability – No Compromise” on page 11 will leave you no doubts about how he felt, and leaves no doubt about how accountability matters to this industry, from top to bottom.

Setting goals should be your first step to empower yourself to thrive in 2009. On page 3 in Shannon Wells article “Top New Year’s Resolutions that Will Create a Powerful Business,” she offers five top resolutions to consider implementing that can be a power-ful dynamic in creating a successful year for your business.

Although the economy is suffering, the beauty industry remains steadfast. A positive attitude and optimistic outlook does wonders for your clients, imagine what it can do for you! Never feel powerless. You have power and influence. I invite you to use them in 2009 to make yourself – and your industry – thrive.

In this issue...

On the cover...

Beauty Business Buzz . . . . . . . 3

Blue Highways . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Leaders Optimistic for 2009 . . . 6

Retail Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Political Changes. . . . . . . . . . 8

Esthetic Endeavors . . . . . . . . 9

Better Business . . . . . . . . . . 11

Seattle’s Stylus Salon Pro� le . . 12

Oregon Board News. . . . . . . 13

Washington Board News . . . . 14

Classi� eds . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17

Nail Extension . . . . . . . . . . 18

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

What’s New in the Market . . . 19

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Beauty Business BuzzBusiness consultant Shannon Wells o� ers � ve top New Year’s resolutions to consider imple-menting in your business that will help you create a powerful, unforgettable new year.

Blue HighwaysJerry Tyler explains how it is that in these challenging times, which to some seem insurmountable in there depth and scope, we can stand with such longing and assured faith that we, as an industry, can not only survive these times but can actually thrive.

Esthetic EndeavorsThe current economy may represent the worst of times, but it also is full of valuable lessons. Judy Culp explains that it is also the best of times to be an esthetician. The opportunities are expanding, the � eld is grow-ing and even more education is available.

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Blue Highways Jerry Tyler

True Success is a Matter of Choice

In these pivotal days, there is so much soul searching and unanswered questions regarding our industry and its future.

After enduring an almost three-year election cycle, there is new promise and hope for change, which has been given resounding approval by the most diverse electorate in decades. We are faced with a new frontier and the challenge to grow and prosper in the most uncertain times since the great depression.

How is it that in these chal-lenging times, which to some seem insurmountable in there depth and scope, we can stand with such longing and assured faith that we, as an industry, can not only survive these times but can actually thrive? It’s happening every day as we speak. It has many faces and scenarios.

Can we do it? Yes, we can.In September, traveling through Moreno

Valley in the Inland Empire of Southern Cali-fornia to teach a class for Marinello schools, I was struck with the ultimate contradiction.

This area was one of the most devastated by the subprime loan crises. Along Alesondra Boulevard, on every two to three houses there was a foreclosure sale sign. Some homes were even boarded up. I felt like Tom Joad re-turning home to the ravages of the dustbowl in John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath.”

Pondering the uncertain future for the children who once occupied those homes, I entered the school to find a night class with close to 75 students and in the next room orientation for 35 new starting cosmetology students who had enrolled within the last 30 days. With the financial world failing them, these future industry professionals, through the eyes of faith, saw promise in a career that would serve them in good and bad times in our industry. The beauty industry is now their safe haven.

Many of these students have graduated and have told me they have salons to work in while other business aren’t hiring and are closing. Can we provide promise to a new generation of industry stakeholders in these times? Yes, we can.

A friend who is a celebrity stylist is currently opening not one but two new salons in high-end destination resorts. His statement so appropriate for these times, was, “I refuse to participate in this recession.” In an economic downturn, can we grow our existing businesses and expand our financial abundance? Yes, we can.

In reality, our mindset will guide us down whichever path we choose to take. Whether we think we can have financial abundance in these times or we feel we are doomed and tied to a sinking economy, either way we are right and will reap the results of whichever path to which you give attention. In good times and bad, true success is always a matter of choice rather than chance. Can we actually choose abundance in a time of scarcity? Yes, we can.

Another friend has a great saying, “Out of adversity comes opportunity.” With the slowdown in consumer sales in retail, many

malls and shopping centers are looking to our industry because of its recession-proof track record through the last three recessions. Many malls are offering reduced rents to new salons.

The idea of expan-sionism in a shrinking marketplace might, on the

surface, seem reckless. But industry trade publications are continually launching new haircolor lines, professional haircare and hardware lines. Many of these are by new entrepreneurial industry leaders not bound to the big corporate companies. That means they are not tied to the stock market. Can we have new salon brands, colors and profes-sional products launched at a time when corporations are firing their employees by the thousands and closing their plants and factories? Yes, we can.

The affect we have on people’s lives is similar to what the movie industry did for the country during the 1930s. While the films usually mirrored the reality of daily challenges America was facing those days, they always showed the promise and potential that existed. Sometimes this played out as fantasy as in the “Gold Digger” films of Busby Berkley and sometimes as a longed for reality as in the great films of Frank Capra such as “Meet John Doe.”

Our ability to make people feel good by making them look good can be a vital part of turning this thing around… one great haircut or facial at a time. If we focus on what’s right and not what’s wrong… with us and the world around us, then the promise and potential to all of our industry shareholders will be made manifest and we can reap untold new rewards.

Do I believe we can do it? Yes, we can.

Jerry Tyler’s column Blue Highways is his “Road Less Traveled” perspective on the solutions and challenges facing the beauty industry. Jerry Tyler has been a stylist since 1975 serving as the former artistic director for Vidal Sas-soon Academy and currently as Director of Education for Carlton Hair salons. He is also a licensed cosmetology instructor and has served as President of the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

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Beauty Industry Leaders Remain Optimistic for 2009Industry leaders suggest ways for salons, spas, manufacturers, distributors and clients to work together and weather the storm in these tough economic times

Luz Segovia, Pres., Cosmetologists Chicago: “Clients are more conservative when it

comes to spending, especially during our holiday season. As for 2009, I believe clients will spend more money to treat themselves to an inexpensive luxury service instead of an expensive vacation. The ‘little’ luxury of go-ing to the salon and spa is a great way to make them feel better, and look amazing. This is what we are focusing on with our marketing.”

Penni Jones, Executive Director, Inde-pendent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors Association:

“Essentially, I am optimistic that we shall recover. Yes, we are seeing a downturn in attendance at trade shows worldwide, but if you look at it in a positive light, the Euro is better for Americans than it has been in years.

“At Cosmoprof Asia in Hong Kong, most people I talked with noted that it is credit

that needs to be loosened or things will not improve.

“These are important issues that salon owners and corporations alike are facing. Close work and a good relationship with your bank and other creditors is required in times like these.”

Larry Silvestri, Mario Tricoci Salons and Day Spas Chicago, Illinois:

“I feel parts of the industry have panicked by discounting their brands too far. For example, I have noticed popular brands in our industry giving away free haircuts with any color service or giving 50 percent off services. I feel this is a huge mistake. This behavior lessens the credibility of the brand and the services that they perform.

“The key is to not get as many guests as possible, rather to attract the right type of guest for you to build your business.

“Rather than discounting, salon profes-sionals should work with their guests who express price concerns and move them into other services that meet their beauty needs at a lower cost.

“Salon owners also need to educate staff about the importance of rebooking and other business drivers rather than discounting.

“Owners need to reduce payroll and other expenses while keeping it invisible to the guest. In other words, continue to paint and freshen up your salon, but control other expense items.

“As salon owners are forced to run their businesses more cost effectively, they will be positioned perfectly when the economy improves.”

Marcia Teixeria, Brazilian Keratin Treatment, Delray Beach, Fla.:

“Even in this depressed economy, clients with special hair needs – such as too curly or frizzy hair – will want salon services that help them achieve the results they’ve always dreamed about. If your salon business is slow, this is the perfect time to investigate new ser-vices … and … to [advance your] education.

“Talk about your newly learned skills with your current clients. There is no one more excited than a hair stylist who has learned something new.

“Your clients want your help to keep their hair looking smooth and high-styled. Be ready to answer their needs with the appropriate services and you will have them as a client for life.”

Philip Palmeri, Director, Cosmetologists Chicago, also of Trio Salon, Chicago, Illinois:

“We remain positive … we see the business is there. At the same time, our retail numbers are down slightly, while service numbers are up just slightly over last year in which we saw record growth.

“The economy has affected our guests – some losing their jobs, yet most remaining positive while mentioning there are certain things one cannot give up. Having their hair done is one. We are able to add services for our new clients that allow us to generate more service dollar revenue.

“Education is also a key to our success. We have an ongoing program that keeps us sharp. Overall, we remain positive that the economy will get better, though it will take some time.”

Cindy Trawinski, Director of Marketing, Fromm International:

“Stay positive with your customers. They come to the salon to feel good, look better and get some personal pampering. Don’t drag them down with talk of the bad economy. If the conversation drifts to more gloomy topics, try sharing stories that inspire a sense of community and compassion.

“Cash is king. During hard times, having cold, hard cash on hand is considered one of the best strategies for handling emergencies. Set aside a percentage of your tips in an inter-est-bearing savings account. Be sure to set up a separate account for this emergency fund, if you do not already have one.

“[Do] ‘credit card crunches,’ they are the best exercise for fiscal responsibility. Use funds you can spare to pay down high interest credit cards first. Make minimum payments on lower interest cards until you reach a zero balance on your highest interest card. Then focus your efforts on the card with next high-est interest rate. Continue this process until all cards are at zero balance.

“Be frugal on luxuries and indulgences and spend against essentials – especially salon tools that will keep your clients satisfied and coming back to you.

“Network, ride share and clothing swap. Find ways to save and cut costs by connect-ing people you know who share interests or needs so they can brainstorm on solutions or combine resources. Swaps are always fun – set up a spot in your salon where stylists and clients can swap new or barely used clothes, jewelry and accessories. Post a simple sign that reads: ‘If you take one, leave one. Unused or barely used items only.’ ”

Kathy Jager, Pro’s Salon, Oak Forest, Illinois:“I think that the current state of our

industry is steady. While we are not breaking records, we are not a dying industry. There may not be an abundance of growth, but we still can stay in the game with creative, inexpensive marketing and exceptional service that clients can tell their friends about. Our business is the one luxury people will continue to try to maintain as we offer much more than a beauty service.”

Paul Dykstra, CEO Cosmetologists Chicago and America’s Beauty Show

“There is no question that the economic downturn has affected salons both large and small, which also affects distributors and manufacturers.

“We believe that education is what will make the difference between getting through these tough times and not making it.”

Ken Angermeir, VP, Global Marketing and Customer Service, Pivot Point Intl., Inc.

“The most important action a salon owner can take when business is slow is to provide employees, both full and part time, with education on new styles, new techniques and new tools. Owners must also make sure that every new stylist they hire has had the formal beauty education that allows them to see, think, create and adapt as a designer.

“For hairstylists, the best thing to do is to seek opportunities to learn and grow. Constant-ly challenge yourself, sharpen your technical skills and don’t be afraid to use a mannequin to practice – even in the salon between appoint-ments. Keeping your skills up-to-date increases your value to your clients and prepares you for future growth as a professional.”

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Retail Matters by Gordon Miller, Executive Director, National Cosmetology Association

As the saying goes, “Numbers don’t lie.” And with retail sales hovering at under seven percent of salon sales industry wide, the truth is that retail remains the great untapped profit stream for most salons.

Importantly, retail might hold the key to meeting the challenges of the very real economic crisis at hand.

Although there are many differences between successful salons and the rest, it’s hard to find a salon with a healthy bot-tom line that does not have a strong retail program. So what’s holding us back? Success is all about making the right choices. Here are ten reasons to choose retail:

Top 10 Reasons to Be Serious About Retail1. Successful salons retail. Retail is one of

the big success drivers for leading salons.2. Clients like retail. A recent study

showed that 78 percent of clients would buy products recommended by their stylist.

3. High profit margins. With an average gross margin of 50 percent, a properly man-aged retail program can be highly profitable. At 240 days a year of operation, an increase of just $50 per day in retail sales translates into $12,000 in annual sales; $200 per day in new sales brings in $48,000.

4. Increased client retention. Retail creates another point of connection with clients and encourages client loyalty.

5. Employee benefits. Retail profits are of-ten used to provide benefits such as vacation and sick pay, health insurance and bonuses for performance.

6. Staff training programs. A strong retail program brings high-quality manufacturer-supported education to your staff to keep them up with the latest trends and techniques.

7. Increased staff retention. It’s been proven repeatedly: Staff retention is higher in salons that offer employee benefits and education. Retail holds the key to both.

8. Better cash flow. A strong retail program adds cash to your bank account, which provides a financial cushion during challenging times.

9. Enhanced salon image. Leading brands bring with them the image they have created through marketing to consumers. That image rubs off on your salon in the mind of consumers.

10. Builds a winning culture. Success breeds success. The stronger your retail program, the stronger every part of your salon will be.

Experience tells us that building a suc-cessful retail program is all about choice. You can choose to lose the opportunity to grow your business by not focusing on retail or you can choose to succeed.

You can choose to be “diverted” by product diversion or you can focus on the power of retail to transform salons by creating both wealth and opportunity for increased education, staff retention, client loyalty and personal gain.

The National Cosmetology Association plans to launch an industry-wide campaign that will show how service and retail go together to help create a stronger, more professional industry. This new program will include:

1. An industry-wide marketing campaign promoting the value of retail to salon owners and professionals, promoting economic empowerment through increased profitability.

It will consist of a significant print and online presence focused on inspiring salons to use growth in retail as a key to beating the recession and building long-term success.

In addition, each month we will feature a case study, benchmarking information and step-by-step, easy-to-implement guidance on creating a simple yet successful long term retail program.

2. A grassroots salon retailers network promoting role models to inspire success among their peers.

To do this, we must recognize levels of retail expertise and focus, so that salons, regardless of size or experience, can be part of a nationwide program with which they can relate and grow. Our goal is to support incremental growth in a way that serves the needs of salons and professionals at various levels of experience and commitment.

3. A robust online repository of easy to use proven tools, benchmarks and best practice systems to help build retail success.

Built with input from the best retailing minds the industry has to offer, we will use the internet to further push out a strong, ongoing message of economic empowerment rooted in strong retails sales, inclusive of a variety of forums for engagement, feedback and support.

4. A grassroots support system of education, inspiration and motivation using existing industry events to help create and sustain momentum.

Through a series of live workshops, panels and case studies directly connected to print and online resources, we’ll bring to life the power of retail profits to change salons for the better.

This spring, the NCA will launch this important initiative to help grow our industry. Stay tuned to this column for updates.

The National Cosmetology Association is the largest organization of salon pro-fessionals in the world. Its mission, since its inception in 1921, has been and continues to be to ensure that working salon professionals have the tools and resources available to create career success with integrity. For more information on the NCA, visit www.ncacares.org or call 312-527-6765.

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PBA Tracks Political ChangesBy Sam Leyvas

It is imperative to understand some of key issues facing the beauty industry and to un-derstand what they will mean for everyone’s bottom line.

The professional beauty industry can expect politics to play an increasing role in how the industry conducts business and moves forward as a whole.

President-elect Obama is set to take office, there is a Democrat controlled congress and changes coming to many state legislatures.

As the voice of the professional beauty industry, the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) aims to keep its members and the entire beauty industry abreast of leg-islation that has the potential to affect their businesses, as well as provide a collective viewpoint to Congress and other government officials on the ramifications legislation could have on the industry.

Negative Impact: It is important to understand the proposed “card check” law, known as the Employee Free Choice Act. This law could have a significant affect on the beauty industry and many other main street busi-nesses. Card check would make it cost-effec-tive for unions to go after such businesses as beauty and nail salons, spas, restaurants and other retail establishments, which have never experienced unionization before.

The law would eliminate the secret ballot process currently used for unionization in the workplace and replace it with a card check system. Once a union persuades more than half of workers to sign membership cards, simply having that percentage of signed cards would automatically certify the union.

Without the secret ballot process, card check would expose employees to intimida-tion and bullying tactics from union organiz-ers. Ultimately, it would deprive them of their right to vote in private. From large-scale beauty manufacturers to individual beauty professionals, this is a law that could have serious consequences for the beauty industry.

Positive Impact: On a happier note is the FICA Tax Credit for Salons and Spas. The PBA has actively supported this proposed legislation for the last several years. The bill’s principal sponsor, Rep. Shelley Berkeley of Nevada, has retained her seat in the U.S. House and has poised herself to keep this is-sue a priority. Additionally, 2009 and 2010 are likely to be years in which we will see a flurry of tax legislation in Congress – giving our industry newfound opportunities to advocate for a FICA tax credit.

The FICA Tax Credit would give salon and spa owners a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on the FICA taxes paid on employee’s tip-income – employers currently do not share that income but are taxed on it – putting the professional beauty industry on equal footing with the restaurant industry. This legislation would significantly help the industry to lower its tax liability and allow owners to further invest in their businesses.

Positive Impact: Credit card inter-change fees may be decreasing. For years, small businesses like salons, spas, restaurants and other merchants have been waging a

quiet war with the credit card companies over inter-change fees – the hidden costs of processing credit and debit card transactions that can gobble up a store’s profits while earning banks a pretty penny. With a new Congress set to take power in January, we’re likely to see the resurrection of the Credit Card Fair Fee Act.

This federal legislation would require credit card companies with substantial market power to negotiate

with merchants and retailers on terms for fees paid when processing card transactions. Inter-change is a percentage of each transaction that credit card companies collect from merchants on every purchase. The fee varies with type of card, size of merchant and other factors, but as much as $2 of every $100 consumers spend goes to card processors.

Positive Impact: Another nice change could be the License Mobility Petition. At the state level, the PBA is working on raising awareness with state legislatures about license mobility. Salon professionals can sometimes face state regulations that limit their ability to practice their craft and conduct business when moving across state lines. License mo-bility allows a licensed professional certified to be in good standing to qualify for licensure from one state to another without further examination.

To sign the petition and support other stylists across the nation, visit probeauty.org/licensemobility.

To learn more about other issues that have the potential to influence our industry or to get involved with the PBA’s government affairs efforts visit probeauty.org/advocacy.

Sam Leyvas is the director of government affairs for the Professional Beauty Association. He is responsible for tracking legislation and regulations at the federal and state level, keeping PBA’s membership informed of issues relevant to the beauty industry and informing members on how they can become active in government affairs issues. For more information, contact him at 800-468-2274 x3437 or sam@probeauty.org.

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Esthetic Endeavors Judith Culp

Estheticians are Caught Between the Best and Worst of Times

“It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.” These opening lines from Charles Dickens’ book, “The Tale of Two Cities,” certainly still have it right.

We too are caught in the best of times and the worst of times. The popularity of esthetic services has increased dramatically in the past few years and the need for well-trained technicians continues to rise.

Whether it is medi-spas, holistic spas or any other aspect of esthetics, the field is so much better than it was 10 or 20 years ago.

In years past, estheticians could only dream of working with medical profession-als. Only a very fortunate few were able to achieve this goal.

Then plastic surgeons started to embrace the benefits estheticians could offer their clients. This was a great breakthrough, but there was still not a good dialogue with dermatologists.

Today this has changed. It is the best of times to be an esthetician. The opportuni-ties are expanding, the field is growing and even more education is available. Reference sources have exploded with choices. There are more books, more DVDs, more internet sites that are truly educational in nature. Whether it is the products we have available, the technology advancement or our educa-tional resources, we are in the best of times and looking forward to keep improving.

The field of esthetics is in the midst of the most popular word of the day: change. New technologies are emerging daily and technicians are hard pressed to keep up with the innovations; then there is the time and research it takes to determine the reality and validity of their purported usefulness. States are starting to revisit estheticians’ practices and evaluating whether their education is in line with the services they render, in order to assure public safety. This too is a positive in today’s world.

The current economy may represent the worst of times, but it also is full of valuable lessons. The big three carmakers and huge financial institutions have demonstrated that you have to run a tight ship and your product must be competitive and up-to-date. All the “dinosaurs” need to be weeded out. No one is going to offer bailout money to small esthetic practices. We have to make sure our finances are in order and that we eliminate waste – be it in money management, non-profitable services or inventory that doesn’t move.

The beginning of a new year is an excellent time to reevaluate our menus, our services and our businesses. Are the services

we offer still all popular? If not, why not? In tough times, clients will still spend

money but they want results. They want to feel they are getting the best return on their investment. Do the services you offer really do this? If not, what improvements could you make? Is there a need for a piece of equipment or more effective products? Also, think about your retail items. Do they meet the needs of your clients? Do they help them reach their goals? Do they have issues or problems? Can these issues be resolved or should you replace those items?

It is a good time to do serious reevalua-tion of all services and products. How can we improve? Are we knowledgeable of current technologies or are we, like those big three automakers, behind in our retooling efforts and financially not as solid as our competi-tors. If we are behind in any of these areas, it is time to take stock and correct the problem.

One weakness that still plagues our industry is education. Most estheticians start practicing with minimal training, designed to get them into an entry-level position. In the limited number of hours required for these programs, there isn’t enough time to expand on or develop advanced skills like full body waxing, acid treatments, microdermabrasion or any other advanced technology.

Hope is on the horizon as schools offer more advanced classes today than ever before. But we have to be careful shoppers as we peruse our educational choices. It may be the least expensive route to purchase a training video, or have someone teach you how to do a service via the internet, but what do you know about the educator and about the accu-racy of the material they present? Do you get the same expertise as you would if you could learn under direct supervision? Since reces-sion is a time of change and improvement, it is a great time to enhance your education.

A good example of the need for change and improvement is with waxing. Technicians in wax videos and on trade show floors and classrooms often abandon techniques for the prevention of cross contamination and adher-ence to OSHA guidelines. The proponents of glove-free waxing and double dipping need to take an OSHA blood borne pathogens class.

Standard precautions state that we consid-er all body fluids except sweat to be contami-nated and we must use preventative measures to prevent cross-contamination. OSHA and the CDC require these precautions. All states must adhere to or have standards that meet or exceed OSHA and CDC guidelines. There is no longer any excuse for waxing without gloves, to do so puts both the technician and the client at risk.

In one recent video I saw, the “educa-tor” said the only time you need to change wax sticks is if you see blood and that a bare

fingernail is the best device to flick loose wax when doing Brazilians. Others say they can’t wax with gloves. I’m sure these people have no wish to harm others; they must be ignorant of the methods of transmission of infection.

You don’t have to see blood for there to be other potentially infectious material. Since we keep wax at just over 100 degrees F, it is a perfect breeding ground for bacteria. It is an incubator, not an autoclave. We as an industry must eradicate waxing misinformation. As individuals, if we see or read something that doesn’t mesh with the nationally set standards we need to follow our knowledge and adhere to risk management practices.

Our vendors and suppliers may or may

not be esthetic specialists. If you see some-thing in their training material that needs to be updated to standards of the 21st century, bring it to their attention. In this way, we can work to improve the industry and protect each other.

Let’s work together to make 2009 the year of change and clean up techniques and infor-mation to protect our clients and ourselves. It can be the best of times or the worst of times. Let’s work to make it the best it can be.

Judith Culp, a CIDESCO Diplomat has been in the esthetics industry since 1980. A CPCP permanent makeup technician for over 18 years she served a 4-year term as a Director for the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Profession-als, two years as their president. She is president of Culp Enterprises Inc. and CEO of NW Institute of Esthetics. Judy Culp is available for consulting. For more information visit www.estheticsnw.com.

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Better Business Neil Ducoff

Accountability – No Compromise

No Compromise and Accountability are Non-Negotiable in Business and Government

Greetings fellow entrepreneurs. Did you receive your government bailout check yet?

I’m talking about the bailout check that will cover all those questionable and utterly bad business decisions you’ve made. And you even get to use some of that money to take a “business trip” to a fine resort spa to decom-press from all that stress you’ve been under – just like the executives at AIG.

What is compromise? Compromise is a mode of thinking and behavior. It’s when leaders see and even acknowledge that a problem exists, but fail to engage, or at best, take the easier path of self-interest.

Today, the American people are paying the price of leadership compromise by our elected officials up to and including the Oval Office. We’re paying the price of leadership compromise in our banking institutions, big business, oil companies, the Big Three automakers and Wall Street. It is compromise that stole Christmas.

With the current economic freefall putting hundreds of thousands out of work, decimating Americans’ retirement savings and forcing American businesses – many of them decades old – to severely downsize if not declare bankruptcy, the state of the U.S. economy is at the very forefront of Americans’ concerns. It is one of the most important issues at stake as we move forward with the Presidential transition. It is, in fact, the major news story of the day, with no sign of letting up any time soon.

Moreover, there has not been one word about direct or indirect responsibility or accountability by any of the people who propelled this disaster. They include the bankers and finance companies who gave out sub-prime mortgages like penny candy. Then we have the Big Three automakers who went begging to Washington for bailouts while swooping in on their multi-million dollar corporate jets. Also included are the leaders of Lehman Brothers, AIG, Citibank and others.

Their multi-billion dollar golden parachutes were long-stashed away, while the millions of senior adults on fixed incomes are watching their retirement savings crash and burn. Now they have to face the likelihood of ending their lives in true poverty.

Worst of all, the American government itself – from the president on down – have been sidestepping their own responsibility

and have been literally throwing money – taxpayer money – at the very players who engineered this crisis.

Am I angry? You bet I am. I’m angry because the leaders of our banking system, major corporations and especially our leaders in Washington, D.C. don’t get it. They don’t get what accountability and no compromise is all about. They don’t get that doing what’s right is often the toughest part of leadership, that respect for people and doing the right thing come before profit.

Not only is the bailout not working, it’s putting billions of dollars back into the very hands of those that compromised and created this economic nightmare, and without any demand for reparation. Most of all, it doesn’t fix the fundamental issue: that compromise created this mess. Instead, it actually forgives it and enables compromise to continue. That’s not only wrong, it’s bordering on criminal.

I don’t know about you, but if I, or anyone I know, or for that matter any Joe the Plumber even attempted to do what those corporate leaders have done, they’d be fired, arrested for embezzlement, or at the very least forced to pay back what was stolen. So why are they getting handouts without being forced to do penance?

America can no longer afford to be compromised by greed and hubris. And the American people need – and deserve – to see a measure of penalty doled out. Think about our priorities, we prosecute and send Martha Stewart to jail for one instance of insider trading, yet the only person she hurt was herself. The unethical and immoral behavior of the group of business leaders who brought down our entire financial system – hurting millions in the process – don’t even get a slap on the wrist. There’s something wrong with that picture.

In my new book, “No-Compromise Leader-ship,” I wrote, “When leaders compromise … it’s the equivalent of a captain drilling holes in the bottom of a ship.” Now is the time for all leaders to practice accountability and to live the no-compromise mantra.

Salons and spas touch and communicate with millions of people every day. Let’s show America and the world what no-compromise leadership looks like. Let’s spread the word that no compromise and accountability are non-negotiable in business and government. By doing so, we can all emerge from this mess as strong and vibrant businesses.

Neil Ducoff is the founder and CEO of Strategies, a business training and coaching company specializing in the salon and spa industry. During his 38 years as a business trainer, coach, keynote speaker and author, Ducoff has gained respect as an expert of team-based compensation. For more information, visit www.strategies.com or e-mail neil@strategies.com.

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Seattle’s Stylus Salon Hits the Mark at Every LevelBy Mandy Zelinka

Nothing gets my juices flowing more than walking into a salon that looks like the owner designed it with a purpose.

The sheer beauty of the space at Stylus Salon took me aback. Although the first thing I noticed was the Ikea furniture, the owners have taken the initiative to tweak the furniture for functional salon needs, which adds to its impressive-ness. The reason I need to point this out is that a salon of this caliber could possibly be intimidating to potential clients, and on the other side, the overusage of such a commercially distributed furniture line could decrease the perceived value of an establishment.

This is not the case at Stylus Salon in the Belltown district of Seattle. The people greet you with smiles wrapped in style. Stylus has managed to hit the mark at every level: The staff is stylish and welcoming, which is a very hard balance to find in this industry. It is remarkable that the space manages to be quite breathtakingly beautiful yet approachable. I want to live here.

It delights me when business owners integrate their quirks into their livelihood. There is something personal about it that adds to the flavor and feel. Along that line, Robert Middleton, one of the co-owners, explained the unique feel of the styling chairs by saying, “I am a big Star Trek fan.”

Stylus Salon came out of 19 years of watching everyone else do it, and knowing someone could do it better. Middleton agreed that although it certainly isn’t a cakewalk to be successful, it seems that a little common sense can get you a long way. “You have to use common sense and learn from everybody, and pick things up along the way.”

One of the exciting features is the three tiers of light settings, which include a special setting for parties, and the four skylights that add the usually missing element of natural light.

The salon hosts an art show every two months, as they have rotating art, and can clear

the stations so as not to be in the way. The coffee bar can quickly transform into a bar for such occasions.

If this doesn’t seem to impress you, walking down into the spa area most certainly will – maybe not as much from the perspective of a client, but as an owner the little nuances they have added are

genius. The scent is wonderful, and they change it four times a year according to season.

Each treatment room has a clouded win-dow, where the operator lights a certain candle to define the service, and for the use of the client she has inside. In the room that includes the greatest shower ever invented, a client will blow out a candle to let the operator know she is done with her shower and ready for her treatment. This saves the irritating knocking that sometimes happens when a client is trying to decompress.

The shower in the last room has the usual bells and whistles, complete with all sorts of settings and such. Now for the add-ons: it is complete with a waterproof remote control, booming radio, can be hooked to your cell phone and even has an alarm in case of a water emergency. This thing is also self-cleaning. I want one for my home.

“All clients get a ride in the machine,” Spa director May Ling, voted best brow in Seattle 2007 by Seattle Magazine, said. A client can use the shower after a massage in the morning when she would like to free herself of oils before heading to work. Towards the latter part of the day, a client is more than welcome to shower before a massage, to be able to really clean off and be able to decompress from her workday and get the most from the service.

Ling’s personal treatment room is spacious enough to accommodate four operators for one client, to make the most of a busy client’s time.

These owners are so chock full of common sense they didn’t even require an architect. I find that to be the most impressive icing on the cake. For more information, visit www.stylusseattle.net or 2321 2nd Ave Seattle, Wash. 98121.

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Shear NumbersHow many practitioners and facilities are active in Oregon? (Numbers in parentheses

+/- change from previous month.) According to Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA) records as of December 31, 2008:Practitioners . . . . . . . . . . . . 30,954 (-29)Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,504 (-11)Independent contractors . . . . 6,939 (-52)Certificate of ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 (+2)

Taking LicenseKraig Bohot

Barbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,664 (-45)Esthetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,538 (-18)Hair Design . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,934 (-39)Nail Technology . . . . . . . . . 14,840 (-57)

New Year’s Resolution: Steady Diet of Progress

Last year at this time, the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA) was well into an agency reorganization that has resulted in improved service and more streamlined operations.

While the reorganization is mainly completed, OHLA continues to review and fine-tune licensing and regulatory services and the way we do business as a state consumer protection agency.

We couldn’t have done it without you – the articulate and informed feedback of cosmetol-ogy school owners and students, industry prac-titioners and salon owners and other interested parties was instrumental in putting the final touches on a new licensing fee structure that was a key part of the reorganization.

Many thanks also to the Board of Cosme-tology and other regulatory participants who provided expert consultation and a consumer’s perspective.

Now, as we head into 2009, let’s look at some of the ways we can all do better in the New Year.

• Finally FAQs for You: Since resolu-tions are usually personal, I’ll start with my own. I resolve to add answers to frequently asked questions to the Board of Cosmetology section of OHLA’s Web site at www.oregon.gov/OHLA/COS.

Want to know the proper use and disposal of lancets or other information pertinent to your practice? In 2009, you’ll be able to look online and find answers to this question and many others.

• Face, Body & Beyond: Like a rocket speeding through space, the field of esthet-ics continues to provide opportunities for practitioners and consumers and challenges for regulators. Together, we can make 2009 an-other watershed year for addressing the rapid progress in this field. Legislation to recognize advanced education and training provides the stage. See related article.

• Know Thy Laws & Rules: While not the most thrilling reads, the state statutes and administrative rules that specify the intent, scope and requirements of cosmetology regulation are the roadmaps to regulatory

knowledge and success. Practitioners and facility owners should resolve to brush up.

• Speed, Safety & Security: OHLA resolves to continue to find ways to deliver services quickly, such as same-day licensing, while also ensuring the safety and security of the licensing qualification and examination process. See related article on current administrative rulemaking.

• Take Advantage of Training: OHLA continues to offer health, safety and infection control training workshops to practitioners as an alternative to paying a civil fine. Even practitioners who haven’t been cited for violations have requested to participate in the workshops.

Resolve to know more about your field, whether you’re cited or not, whether you take an OHLA training workshop or obtain post-graduate training at a conference, school, through a manufacturer, or other provider.

Resolve to Celebrate Oregon’s 150thIf all you do is visit the Oregon 150: Sus-

tain the Spirit Web site to read the Oregon Story of Seski the Sasquatch, you will be part of the state’s 150th birthday party in 2009.

But perhaps you might want to do more if you’re in the partying mood. Visit www.oregon150.org to find out how you can participate in this statewide sesquicentennial celebration.

Coincidentally, OHLA Marks 10 YearsEstablished in 1999, OHLA marks its 10th

year in 2009. While highlighting a decade of the agency’s accomplishments and progress in the upcoming year, we will also provide regulatory overviews and timeframes of each OHLA-regulated profession in a special 10-year report.

Did you know the Board of Barber Exam-iners was established in 1897 and the Board of Cosmetic Therapy in 1927?

See the complete overview and timeline of the Board of Cosmetology in next month’s Northwest Stylist, or online at www.oregon.gov/OHLA/COS.

Kraig Bohot is Communications Coordinator at the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA), a state consumer protection agency providing centralized regulatory oversight of multiple health and related professions. He can be reached at (503) 373-1939 or at kraig.bohot@state.or.us.

Board Bulletin...Cosmetology Rules, OHLA Customer Connection Meetings Held on 1/7/09

The Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA) and Board of Cosmetology held a Rules Advisory meeting on Wednesday, January 7, to discuss and develop rules related to interpreter assisted examinations and requirements for applicant identification, examination, certification and certificate of identification authorizations.

OHLA also reviewed and discussed agency administrative rule concepts related to media-tion, confidentiality, background checks and fingerprinting as well as requirements for appli-cant identification, the examination process, and licensure at an OHLA Customer Connection Committee meeting the same day.

The meetings were held after the deadline for this month’s Northwest Stylist. Look for more information in next month’s issue.

Legislative Session Starts January ‘09Estheticians interested in the Oregon Health Licensing Agency’s proposal to recognize

advance training, education and experience for advanced practice should look for updates after the Oregon State Legislature’s session begins on January 12, 2009.

Find legislative updates and more information on OHLA legislative proposals in upcoming editions of Northwest Stylist and at www.oregon.gov/OHLA.

Healthy Nail Salon Web Site LaunchedThe Oregon Collaborative for Healthy Nail Salons (OCHNS) has launched a Web site at

www.oregonhealthynailsalons.org and recently won an award for its first brochure.OCHNS, of which the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA) is a member, works to

improve the environmental health of nail salon workers and customers through education and outreach. OCHNS member organization OR-OSHA provided leadership in developing and producing the brochure, which won the 2008 Award of Excellence from the Public Relations Society of America.

The brochure is available for download in both English and Vietnamese on the OCHNS Web site www.oregonhealthynailsalons.org.

FAQ AnswersAnswers to Frequently Asked Questions: Facility Relocation

Do you have a question about licensing or regulatory compliance issues? This new monthly feature will provide answers. To submit a question, e-mail kraig.bohot@state.or.us or call 503-373-1939.

Q: I’m moving my salon to a new location. What do I need to do?A: You’ll need to obtain a new facility permit.

OAR 817-020-0015: Facility Licensing Requirements (1) A facility owner or license holder shall meet the requirements of a new facility (refer

to OAR 817-020-0011) and submit a new facility application and required fees when any of the following conditions exist:

(c) An existing facility moves or relocates to a new physical address. Facility licenses are not transferable from location-to-location.

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Numbers in Style Department of Licensing licensees

Operators ...................................56,621Personal Service .............................404Salons .........................................13,505Schools..............................................98Mobile Unit .....................................29

2009 Advisory Board Meeting Schedule• March 9, 2009

Hampton Inn Bellingham-Airport 3985 Bennett Drive Bellingham, WA | 360-676-7700

• May 11, 2009 Hilton Garden Inn701 North Young Street Kennewick, WA | (509)735-4600

• July 13, 2009 DoubleTree Hotel322 North Spokane Falls CourtSpokane, WA | (509) 744-2311

• September 14, 2009Hilton Garden Inn 401 East Yakima Avenue Yakima, WA | (509) 454-1111

• November 9, 2009 Homewood Suites Hotel701 SE Columbia Shores Blvd.Vancouver, WA | (360) 750-1100

Workshops to Re-Write Laws and Rules

We will be conducting workshops in the afternoon of the Advisory Board meetings and all day long on the dates listed below. Ev-eryone is encouraged to attend and participate in this process.

Dates: February 9, 2009; April 13, 2009; June 8, 2009; August 10, 2009; Oct. 12, 2009

Location: Department of Licensing, 405 Black Lake Blvd., Olympia, WA 98502 (360) 664-6643

Health & Safety Tip: SanitationAll locations must have a dispensing sink with hot and cold running water. Dispensing sinks are used for mixing chemicals, and disinfecting supplies, tools, equipment, and other materials. Dispensing sinks must be labeled “not for public use.”On-site laundry facilities must be maintained in a sanitary condition.Single-use hand soap and disposable or single use hand-drying towels for customers must be provided.Use of bar soap or a common towel is prohibited.Licensees must not work on clients with visible parasites, open wounds, or signs of infection.Licensees must sanitize and disinfect affected work area if visible parasites, open wounds, or signs of infection are found on a client.Creams and lotions must be dispensed using a disposable, or sanitized and disinfected applicator, and liquids must be dispensed with a squeeze bottle or pump.Wash hands with single-use soap and/or hand sanitizer and disposable or single use hand-drying towels after restroom use and before providing service to each client.Waste containers must be emptied, sanitized and disinfected daily.After service on each client, hair and nail clippings must immediately be placed in a closed covered container.

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Nail Salon Health HazardsEditor’s Note: The Washington Department

of Licensing requested a reprint of this 2001 article taken from the WebMD Health News website as a reminder of the importance of sanita-tion and disinfection particularly in nail salons. To read the full article visit www.webmd.com/ news/20010504/nail-salon-health-hazards

Customers could wind up with more than a new shade of polish the next time they get a manicure or pedicure. They could also take home a nasty infection. Nail technicians are also in danger if they work on someone who has an infection.

It’s a good reminder that even simple cosmetic procedures carry health risks.

In 2001 a dermatologist in Santa Cruz contacted the county board of health after several patients began showing up at her office with similar, treatment-resistant skin abscesses or boils on their lower legs. She told officials that all five people had recently had a pedicure in one of the whirlpool foot bath chairs at a single salon. These recliner-type chairs have an integral footbath with re-circulating water that reaches to just below the patron’s knees.

The county called in Kevin L. Winthrop, MD, a CDC medical epidemiologist with the State of California Department of Health Services, to investigate. “We visited the salon, reviewed and watched the procedure, and took cultures of the [sick] women’s legs and the foot bath filter screens,” he tells WebMD. The screens had never been removed for cleaning, and tremendous amounts of hair, skin, and organic debris had built up.

Laboratory tests revealed massive amounts of the same unusual microbe Mycobacte-rium fortuitum in both the filter screens and patients’ sores. It is a common bug normally found in quantities too small to be problematic.

“That sealed it and told us the source of the infection,” says Winthrop. The salon own-ers closed the shop voluntarily.”

Winthrop calls the situation “very unusual.” The vast amount of organic debris in the poorly maintained spa chairs provided “a breeding ground for microorganisms.” Even occasional cleaning would have prevented the outbreak. But with no specific laws and only vague manufacturer’s guidelines for maintain-ing the chairs, the salon owners had never anticipated a problem.

And those portable, self-contained, foot-baths normally used for pedicures? Because they are easily emptied and cleaned between clients, they are unlikely to harbor dangerous levels of bacteria, says Winthrop.

So, chances are you will not contract a horrific infection like the one that hit in Santa Cruz. But don’t get too comfortable. There are other dangers lurking.

“The biggest problem is what’s known as nail fungus. It’s a communicable disease,”

says Ollie Pendley, first vice president of the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology. “Another is ringworm. Also, both the drills that are sometimes used, and cuticle pushing can damage the matrix of the nail, causing permanent loss or deformity,” she tells WebMD.

Pendley, a licensed master cosmetologist, is a retired cosmetology instructor for the Georgia State Public School System, and an educational consultant in cosmetology. She lives in Lithia Springs, Ga.

Licensed nail technicians are trained to identify skin conditions and diseases, and to know which are communicable and thus unsafe to work on. “If and when we recognize a disorder that needs to be seen by medical experts, our responsibility is to suggest that the client sees a doctor for treatment. There’s not a law, per se, but it’s the ethics taught in their training.”

Before you let technicians touch you, says Pendley, “ask to see their license. Is the name on the license [that of] the person sitting in the chair?”

As soon as you enter a salon, let your senses tip you off to potential problems, the experts tell WebMD. While you wait, watch to see what each technician does between customers.

“Eyeball around and look at the cleanliness. If there’s a lot of dust and nail debris, they haven’t cleaned,” says Pendley. “They are sup-posed to completely clear everything off of the table and sanitize their hands between clients. Make sure all implements are completely submerged in a hospital-grade disinfectant, and are lifted out with a pair of tongs.”

According to Goldstene, “disposable items such as nonmetal supplies like toe spreaders and emery boards cannot be disinfected, so new ones should be used for each customer.” That’s not a suggestion, he says, “that’s existing law.”

We can all benefit from following these suggestions, says Goldstene, but for some of us, it’s really crucial. “Diabetics in particular have special health concerns that they should disclose [to the technician]. Because of circula-tory problems [that many diabetics have], any infections would be potentially more serious.”

If you’re uncomfortable for any reason, “don’t be afraid to walk out,” says Goldstene, “even if you had an appointment.” And don’t hesitate to report your experience to the authorities. “We absolutely want consumers to call us if they ever have a question or com-plaint,” he says.

Pendley concurs. “Consumers should take responsibility, and if something doesn’t look right, speak up. If you’re too shy, you can write directly to the state board of cosmetology. You can find them on the Internet, or call your state capital for the number.”

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SALON OPENINGS

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LEASE OFFERS

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NAIL TECH / STYLIST This is whereyou want to work if you like a nice, newly re -

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J.MEYER SA LON IS AN ES TABLISHED,RESPECTED SA LON IN WEST LINN We cur rently have apportunities for a PT Styl istand FT Nail Tech to join our sa lon fam ily. Ifyou’re looking for a warm, friendly, funenviornment for you and your cli ents look nofurther. Two weeks free rent per year. Sell yourown retail. (503)635-4162

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CHANGE IS HARD! NW Port land’s ATTHE SA LON can help! 1/2 OFF FIRST 3MONTHS with year lease. Full or Part-timeavailable. Re ception, sell own re tail and muchmore! (503)295-1242

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LUSH SALON IN GRES HAM HASHAIR STA TIONS FOR LEASE OR

COMMISSION - FULL AND PART-TIMEGood lo cation. Some walk-ins. Lease in cludes re -tail com mission and towels. Must be experiencedand pro fes sional with cli en tele. 1/2 off firstmonth’s lease. Con tact Khamsai (971)533-4333

MEDFORD - FT/PT HAIRSTYLINGSTA TIONS AVAIL ABLE WE OFFERSOMETHING YOU WILL NOT HAVE ATMOST OTHER SA LONS - 40% COM MIS-SION IF YOU WORK IN OUR WIG SA -LON! I WILL TRAIN YOU SO NO WOR -RIES. PLUS MORE OP PORTUNITIESFOR NEW CLI ENTS IN YOUR HAIRSTYL-ING CHAIR! BRING YOUR CLI ENTS TOA SALON WHERE YOU CAN EN JOYYOUR DAY WHILE YOU MAKE A LIV ING!LESLI (541)621-8300

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CO LUM BIA GORGE SA LON INTROUTDALE HAS FULL / PART-TIMEHAIR STA TIONS FOR LEASE Lease in -cludes re ceptionist. Must have cli entele. 1/2 offfirst month’s lease. Come and see this beau tifulsalon! Call (503)491-1336

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BEAU TI FUL, COM FORT ABLEAND ES TAB LISHED, UP SCALE

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There are cur rently 2 hair sta tions available forlease. First 3 months 1/2 off! Con tact Alyssa(503)588-6855

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UPSCALE SA LON AND SPA IN THEHEART OF THE PEARL DIS TRICTSearching for ex perienced Hair stylists. This is awell estblished, busy sa lon. We of fer a full timere cep tion ist, mar ket ing and pro mo tions for yourbusi ness, as well as ed u ca tional op por tu ni tiesthrough Unite. Looking for up beat, modernstylists to work with high end cli entele. We re -quire pro-stylists with a min imum of 3 years ex-perience. Com petitive monthly lease rates andcan be ne gotiable for the right styl ist. Please callor email me. Contact : Luca(aljluca@gmail.com) (503)442-1583

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ECLIPSE THE SA LON in Down town Port-land is look ing for an ex ceptional Hair stylist /Colorist to join our team. Please con tact KenSelis-Dontigny at (503)916-9926

HAIR OR NAIL STATION - 1/2 OFFFIRST MONTH’S RENT Ex pe ri enced

Stylist de sired. Newly re modeled sa lon in West Sa-lem. For more in formation please call Jen @(503)871-5054

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BAR BER SHOP...BAR BER WANTED Look -ing for some one to lease that has Barbering skills.Must be able to do ev erything from fades to wetcuts, in a busy Bar bershop. Shop is lo cated in Sa-lem. Tues.-Sat. If interested call (503)371-8955 or(503)991-2215

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HAIR STYL IST STA TION AVAIL ABLEIN NW PORT LAND LO CATION The at -mosphere is mod ern and pro fessional, yet re -laxed and com fortable. We are looking to addanother skilled, creative and self-motivated Styl -ist to our stu dio. Please cal l San dra @(503)525-9099. Thank you.

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SUB STI TUTE FA CIAL TECH NEEDEDPART-TIME / BEAUMONT DISTRICT Must bead ept at Microdermabrasion, peels and microcurrent.Send re sume to: arielskincare@comcast.net

AUBURN, WA- NEVER WORK AN -OTHER WEEK END AGAIN! Un less

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SHOPS FOR SALE

THE PER FECT SA LON AT THE PER-FECT LO CA TION Two years old and busy at Olympia’s Hawks Prai rie. Right off I-5 byCabelas, Costco, Home De pot, etc. Eight sta -tions, four sinks, four dry ers, color bar, laun dry /breakroom, in ventory and many pa trons. Amust see!!! (360)413-0065

THE BAR BER OF C’VILLE MUST SELL!One chair barbershop in Canyonville, Or e gon. Great op portunity to carry on an es tablished 52 yearbusiness. Call Jerry at: (541)839-6148

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Tune up Your Quality Service and You Will Survive

While there’s no disputing times are tough, there is no reason to throw in the towel; we just need to be creative.

I have been in this business for 26 years and seen firsthand tremendous growth of the industry in the ‘80s and ‘90s, and then a recession in which the nail industry was one of a few industries that continued to grow.

Now, I see a new recession that is much more serious. It’s time to be creative with your business to keep the doors open.

Lonnie Jensen-Preato, owner of DaLon-nie’s Salon in Las Vegas says she is feeling the pinch in her retail sales, but not her nail business. Fully booked, she has retained all of her regular clientele even through these tough times. Part of the reason is the quality of her work, which has attracted a higher quality clientele who still have money to spend on their nails.

Brenda Anderson, of Up Town Nails in Checotah, Okla., recently moved her home-based salon “up town.” The need for quality nail work has driven the clients into her salon despite the recession.

Anderson explained her opinion of why she thinks she has been so successful: “We are the only nails-only salon in a small town; we are cleaner than anyone else; we provide friendly service and use quality products; we are dependable and are there. We are pulling clients from as far as 25 miles away. Techs, like us, are more tuned into the business, go to educational programs, trade shows and are better educated… and clients know it.”

Clients that have spendable income make it a priority to set aside a budget for nails no matter what the economy is doing. Clients that shop the discount salons are more apt to give

up their nails if they can’t afford them. For the rest of us that may not be surviv-

ing the recession as well, there are some things you can do to help keep clients and get through these tough times.

Here are some suggestions:Offer a full set special that’s good for special occasions, with a soak off appointment after their event.Offer combination services with a discount. This gets the client to purchase an additional service, keeps your chair full and offers a discount to the client.Do some e-mail marketing. It’s free. Gather your client’s e-mail addresses and send weekly e-mail blasts on specials. Marketing to your clients about specials and additional offers will help retain your clients and keeps you in their minds, even if they don’t purchase additional services. Offer gift certificates for husbands to use as special occasion gifts for their wives. Offer pre-purchase packages such as three fills, a pedicure or a dollar figure they can use. Husbands are always looking for ideas at wedding anniversary and birthday time. Purchase your products smartly. Order online in larger amounts to save money. Ask if there is free shipping when you spend a certain amount. Do your purchasing with other salon mates to buy bigger amounts and split the discount as well as the products. Most importantly, when things are good be smart and plan for times when things will be lean. Put some money aside every day.

The holidays are going to be lean this year and we all need to be smart in order to survive. The new year is going to bring new energy with the new president, gas prices are going down and I believe 2009 will be a good year.

Vicki Peters is a 26 year veteran master nail tech, competition champion, judge, international educator, author and manufacturer and serves on the Nail Manufacturer Council. For more information visit www.vickipeters.com or email her at Vicki@vickipeters.com.

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January 200925-28: The Strategies Incubator, Austin, TX www.strategies.com31-Feb. 2: Long Beach International Salon and Spa Expo (ISSE),

Long Beach, CA www.probeauty.org/isse.

February 20098-9: Strategies presents High-Performance Front Desk Training,

Centerbrook, CT www.strategies.com18-21: SPATec North America, www.spatecna.com (954) 942-

8143 or info@spatecna.com21-23: 2009 Spa & Resort Expo and Conference, Los Angeles,

CA www.spaandresortexpo.com21 - 24: Bronner Bros. International Hair and Beauty Show,

Atlanta, GA www.bronnerbros.com22-23: The Makeup Show Miami, FL www.themakeupshow.com

212.242.1213 22-24: Strategies presents No-Compromise Leadership, Center-

brook, CT www.strategies.com

March 20091-3: Professional Beauty London 2009, ExCel London,

www.professionalbeauty.co.uk/london8-9: ABA Canada, Montreal, Canada www.abacanada.com8-10: Strategies presents Success for Today’s Salon/Spa

Manager , Centerbrook, CT www.strategies.com15: Beauty School Forum, Barristar Productions, Orlando, FL

www.barristar.com 800 SHOW-432 15-16: The Makeup Show Los Angeles, CA 212.242.1213

www.themakeupshow.com15-17: Day Spa Expo, Las Vegas, NV www.dayspaexpo.com16-18: Strategies Mastery, Centerbrook, CT www.strategies.com20-22: Asia Spa and Wellness Festival, Bangkok, Thailand,

www.asiaspafestival.com22-23: International Congress of Esthetics and Spa, Dallas, TX

1-800-471-0229 or www.lneonline.com22-23: Spectrum International Beauty Expo, Los Angeles, CA

www.spectrumintlbeautyexpo.com 28-30: America’s Beauty Show, Chicago, IL 1-800-648-2505

www.AmericasBeautyShow.com

28-30: America’s Expo for Skin Care and Spa (in conjunction with America’s Beauty Show), Chicago, IL www.AmericasExpo.com or call 1-800-648-2505.

28-30: America’s Latino Beauty Congress (in conjunction with America’s Beauty Show), Chicago, IL call 1-800-648-2505 or visit www.AmericascBeautyShow.com/Congreso.

29-30: ABA Canada Beauty Show, Toronto www.abacanada.com29-30: Professional Barber & Beauty Show 2009, Ponce, Puerto

Rico www.sanjuanbeautyshow.net29-4/1: Strategies Incubator, Centerbrook, CT www.strategies.com

April 20095: Global Hair and Beauty Expo, Sacramento, CA 209-824-0041

or visit www.ghbexpo.com 5-6: Beauty School Forum, Barristar Productions, Anaheim, CA

www.barristar.com 800 SHOW-432 5-6: ABA Canada Winnipeg Beauty Show www.abacanada.com19-20: Intercoiffure Spring Symposium, Las Vegas 800/442-

3007 or intercoiffure.us19-20: Strategies presents High-Performance Front Desk Train-

ing, Centerbrook, CT www.strategies.com25-27: Proud Lady Beauty Show, Chicago, IL 312-458-9862,

708-633-6328, www.proudlady.org26-27: ABA Canada Beauty Show Vancouver www.abacanada.com26-27: Cosmoprof Beauty presents Spring Style Show, San Jose

CA www.cosmoprofbeauty.com26-28: IBS NewYork, Jacob Javits Convention Center, New York

www.ibsnewyork.com26-28: International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference,

Jacob Javits Convention Center, New York www.iecsc.com26-28: Strategies Business Series 4.0 - Session 1 of 4, Center-

brook, CT www.strategies.com26-27: Strategies presents High Performance Front Desk Train-

ing, Austin, TX, 1-800-417-4848 www.strategies.com

May 20092-4: International Congress of Esthetics and Spa, South Beach,

FL 1-800-471-0229 or www.lneonline.com3-4: JosDen International Beauty Expo, Oakland, CA,

www.josden.com or (909) 758-9333 – (866) 907-9333

January 200912: Cosmoprof Beauty presents Nioxin Demo Day, Vancouver,

WA and Portland, OR ; CND Spamanicure Showcase, Bend, OR www.cosmoprofbeauty.com

12: Salon Services & Supplies presents Dermalogica LIVE Re-tail, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

13: Salon Services & Supplies presents Dermalogica LIVE Profes-sional, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

14: Salon Services & Supplies presents Face Mapping, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

15: Salon Services & Supplies presents The Core Teatment, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

19: Cosmoprof Beauty presents Nioxin Demo Day, Tacoma, WA & Kent, WA; CND Spamanicure Showcase, Bend, OR; Pravana Color En-counter Demonstration, Vancouver, WA www.cosmoprofbeauty.com

19-Mar.12: Westmore Academy of Cosmetic Arts presents Makeup for Beauty, Fasion & Glamour (Evening Master Makeup Course), Burbank, CA 1-877-978-6673

19-May 7: Westmore Academy of Cosmetic Arts presents High Fashion, Print & Photography (Evening Master Makeup Course), Burbank, CA 1-877-978-6673

20: Salon Services & Supplies presents Speed Mapping & Communicate with Confidence, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

25-26: Grace Albert Aesthetics Brow Design and Waxing Academy presents Day of Brows - Day of Brazilians, Columbus, OH 1-888-688-2769 www.perfectbrow.com

26:Cosmoprof Beauty presents American Crew Men’s Haircutting Demo, Lynnwood, WA & Tacoma, WA www.cosmoprofbeauty.com

26: Tresjolie presents Hair Extension Level I Color and Design Training, Portland, OR (503)453-3259 www..extensions4hair.net

26: Ed Wyse Beauty Supply presents OPI Hands On Axxium UV Gel Workshop, Bellingham, WA www.edwyse.com

26: Salon Services & Supplies presents Dermalogica LIVE Retail, Spokane, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

26: Grace Albert Aesthetics presents Day of Brows, Berkeley, CA 1-888-688-2769 www.perfectbrow.com

27: Salon Services & Supplies presents Dermalogica LIVE Profes-sional, Spokane, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

28: Salon Services & Supplies presents Speed Mapping & AgeSmart, Spokane, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

February 20091: Paul Mitchell the school Portland presents Advanced Cutting

Class, Portland, OR (503)222-76872: Ed Wyse Beauty Supply presents OPI Hands On Axxium

UV Gel Workshop with Intro to new Axxium Soak Off Gel Lacquer System, Beaverton, OR www.edwyse.com

2-3: Salon Services & Supplies presents Dermalogica LIVE, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

4: Salon Services & Supplies presents Face Mapping, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

8-9: Grace Albert Aesthetics Brow Design and Waxing Academy presents Day of Brows - Day of Brazilians, San Diego, CA 1-888-688-2769 www.perfectbrow.com

9: Tresjolie presents Hair Extension Level I Color and Design Training, Portland, OR (503)453-3259 www..extensions4hair.net

9: SHE Consultants presents Hair Extension Education & Hands On Application, Seattle, WA 1-888-806-6549

9: Salon Services & Supplies presents Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy Certification, Renton, WA; Kevin Murphy: Texture Me, Spokane, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

10: Phagans School of Hair Design presents Model Behavior Spring Photo Shoot 2009, Portland, OR email Samantha@phagans.com or call 503-652-2668

12:Cosmoprof Beauty presents Bio Ionic ReTeXpress Class Demo, Beaverton, OR www.cosmoprofbeauty.com

16:Cosmoprof Beauty presents Joico / ISO Discover Days, Bel-levue, WA; Gresham, OR; Kelso, WA; Lake Oswego, OR; Medford, OR; Spokane, WA; Vancouver, WA www.cosmoprofbeauty.com

16: Salon Services & Supplies presents The Core Treatment, Renton, WA; BennieFactor: Styling Exchange, Spokane, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

17:Cosmoprof Beauty presents Joico / ISO Discover Days; Pra-vana Color Encounter Demonstration. www.cosmoprofbeauty.com

17: Salon Services & Supplies presents Bite-Sized Solutions, Renton, WA 1-800-251-4247 x226 www.salonservicesnw.com

17-Mar.6: Westmore Academy of Cosmetic Arts presents Makeup for Beauty, Fashion 7 Glamour, Burbank, CA 1-877-978-6673

17-Mar.27: Westmore Academy of Cosmetic Arts presents High Fashion, Print & Photography, Burbank, CA 1-877-978-6673

17-May 8: Westmore Academy of Cosmetic Arts presents Mo-tion Pictures and Television, Burbank, CA 1-877-978-6673

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WHAT’S NEW IN THE MARKET

Have your product considered for the Stylist & Salon’s What’s New section. Send press releases with a photo to Managing Editor Lisa Kind at editor@stylistnewspapers.com or mail to Stylist & Salon Newspapers, 1750 SW Skyline Blvd., Suite 24, Portland, OR 97221.

1. Restore Hair’s Proteins and Enhance MoistureCelebrity hairstylist, Philip Pelusi created a revolutionary hair treatment that actually restores hair’s

proteins and enhances moisture by using heated styling tools, such as flat irons and blow dryers. It is excellent product for time-crunched people.

By using nanotechnology, Pelusi was able to boost the conditioning effects of heat to strengthen the hair shaft, making hair healthier and shinier. The product increases the hair’s essential proteins, such as wheat amino acids, to reinforce the building blocks of cell renewal.

This unique multi-task styling treatment’s unique formula and smart approach to hair maintenance gives great results. RepairHair, P2 by Philip Pelusi, is infused with organic herbs and is highly effective for thermal styling, which boost conditioning effects of enhancing proteins such as wheat amino acids and a cystine silicone complex that strengthen the hair shaft for fresh shining hair. Micro-emulsion technology helps these ingredients penetrate into the damaged keratin site in the hair, making hair literally look brand new.

For more information, call 888-263-4720 ext. 218 or visit www.philippelusi.com.

2. Men Evolutionary Grooming from J Beverly HillsJ Beverly Hills Men introduces a select range of six products to evolved men looking for products

that offer an edge in performance, prestige and appeal:Moisturizing Shampoo is formulated with a combination of aloe and nettle botanical extracts that

provide moisture balance to the hair and scalp, while providing natural healing and gentle cleansing properties. Strong Hold Gel has the ability to lock in style, providing dependable long lasting hold for maximum all day control without buildup or flaking.

Texturizing Cream provides lightweight pliable hold for stylized looks. Its conditioning agents provide added moisture benefits. Light Hold Pomade boosts shine without greasy residue.

Molding Putty’s high tech formula is enhanced with styling resins that offer a lightweight strong hold sculpted second day look. Vitamin B5 thickens and moisturizes the hair, making any style possible.

For more information, call 800-980-0098 or visit www.jbeverlyhills.com

3. Jet-Setting StyleThe new Diane Jetz Mini Flat Iron is perfect for jet-setting style on the go. Create ultra smooth,

polished hair with super-hot 420-degree ceramic plates that stop static and seal in moisture. Ergonomic grip, mini size and extra-long cord make this a must have, take anywhere style tool.

Diane products are distributed by Fromm International, a leading designer and manufacturer of world class salon products. All Fromm products are made from the finest materials and workmanship, and carry warranty protection. For information, call 800-323-4252 or visit www.frommonline.com.

4. The Next Generation in Styling Tools As a provider of ceramic and nano tourmaline technology, HAI continues to offer hairstylists

premier styling products with the launch of the brand new HAI Classic Pro line.HAI Classic Pro is the next generation of salon professional styling tools from HAI Classic with

new and improved technology and features. The new line has improved ergonomic designs with new non-slip finger grips and beautiful silver polyurethane outside coatings. The new tools are much lighter than the previous HAI Classic tools. Nano Tourmaline infused ceramic plates create gorgeous, glossy and smooth hair in just one pass.

The brand new line of HAI Classic Pro flat irons includes the 1 ¼-inch Convertible, the 2 ¼-inch HAI-2, the 3/8 inch Twig and the one-inch NuStik. Don’t forget about the re-designed HAI Classic Pro SST Ionic Hair Dryer, Iron Glove, Iron Tips and Ceramic Brushes.

For more information, call 877-212-8700 or visit www.haiclassicpro.com.

5. Affi nage Continues To Expand Indigo Styling LineBoost, designed to create lift at the root, and Polisher, a liquid shine serum, are the latest product

additions to Indigo, a line of styling products from Affinage. Designed to work in tandem or cocktailed with the line’s other offerings, Boost and Polisher are the perfect compliment to beautiful, shiny hair.

Boost adds incredible volume, body and control (hold factor 2) to any hairstyle while adding extra texture to all hair types. Polisher is a liquid shine serum that is used sparingly on dry hair.

Both Boost and Polisher will be available in salons February 2009. Each water-soluble product in the Indigo line features the stunning blue design, colored product categories and specific hold factors ranging from zero (hold-free shine), one (gentle), two (firm hold) and three (ultra-strong hold). Indigo products are designed to be cocktailed to achieve an endless variety of styles.

For more information, call 877-597-2929 or visit www.affinage.com.

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Heritage Mall (541) 928-7094

Aloha

Farmington (503) 642-0902

Beaverton

Fashion Square (503) 641-5308

Murray Crossing (503) 627-9005

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Triangle Mall (360) 423-2099

Fred Meyer (360) 575-8200

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