Save the Landfills

In this month's Green Scene ("A Higher Purpose"), we talk about a multitude of ways in which you can recycle and reuse all of those product containers you go through any given day. One suggestion came from SpaRitual, which for a time was packaging its new Handprint Hydrating Hand Salve in salvaged yarn containers—which are just cylinders of colorful, thick card stock with plastic caps on both ends.

Accompanying new tubes of Handprint were instructions on how to transform the yarn container and give it yet another life—as a bud vase. All you had to do was take the product out of the yarn container and remove the plastic from both ends. Then, fill a plastic water bottle—yet another item that's easily recycled—with water and insert it into the tube. Add fresh flowers, and voilá!

What products do you use—both in the spa and at home—that could find a second life in ways similar to this? Send us your ideas at arost@creativeage.com!

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For all clients looking for a little more flare in their manicures, Pro Cina Nail Creations has unveiled a new line of nail-art pens. The collection—released last March—includes five fast-drying colors: red, pink, purple, black and white.

Designed for technician ease and precise design, the pen is equipped with a thin, tipped nib. It allows for maximum control while creating art or perfecting French tips. "These pens give any nail artist the tools she needs to make a work of art in seconds," says Arica Carpenter, PR and marketing specialist.

The water-based formula makes for mistakes-free designs. A little water will clean up smudges without affecting the polished nail. A topcoat seals in the design.

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DAYSPA on the Go: LashFood

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Hair Apparent

In a rebounding but still slow economy, we all need a few tricks up our sleeves. There are ways to keep the business of your hair clients by getting creative with color and service options.

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What’s New: Highly Polished
This season's nail enamels range from sparkly to spicy.

1. CND Sweet Colour. This bright pink livens up the company’s new line, which pairs opaque shades with finishing Effects. 800.833.NAIL, cnd.com

2. Essie Cosmetics Red Nouveau. The Art of Spring collection takes its inspiration from ‘60s pop art, including this orange-based red. 800.232.1155, essie.com

3. Color Club Take Me to Your Chateau. One in the seasonal Pardon My French collection, this pastel blue is ideal for hunting Easter eggs. 800.221.8080, cosmeticgroup.com

4. China Glaze Happy Go Lucky. Up & Away, the company’s spring collection, includes numerous bold hues—such as this sunny yellow. 800.635.8966, chinaglaze.com

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Extreme Spa Makeover—See how DAYSPA Top Design winner Pineapple Day Spa in Pine Bush, New York, transformed a country salon into an urban spa oasis.

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Chocolate Love

Of all the traditional Valentine's Day treats—a romantic dinner, a dozen red roses, something sparkly—chocolates are the most popular for a reason. They're addictively indulgent and you needn't be in a relationship to enjoy a bite—or a dozen.

This time of year, spas promote treatments that utilize cocoa to attract clients who crave the sweet stuff. "People are drawn to chocolate for the taste and smell," says Sharōn Ronen, owner of Skin Haven Spa Studio & WellSpa in Los Angeles. "It produces endorphins—plus it's good for you."

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Quotables

"Clients always love a chocolate treatment, so we offer as many creative options as possible in February," says Susan Heitmann, owner of Shine Spa in Kansas City, Missouri

"Being organic isn't something we are on the surface; our commitment is reflected in all of our spa services and business policies," says Daniela Cubelic, owner of The Spa at Silk Road

"When people bring in their half-used containers of cleansers, moisturizers, shampoos, etc., we give them $5 toward a new organic product," says Sheila Armen, co-owner and business manager of Strong House Spa

"Going green means working toward zero waste or nothing to throw away," says Rhana Pytell, cofounder and director of GAIA Day Spa in La Jolla, California, and a board member of Green Spa Network