Professional Additional Resources
Clairol Professional
Tips, tools and techniques for hair stylists, featuring career development materials for students and further information for members (registration required).
http://www.thecreativestudio.com
Salon Employment
Resource for salon and spa employers and job-seekers with the ability to post career profile information. Full recruitment services only available to registered members.
http://www.salonemployment.com/
Dermatologic Disease Database
Diseases pertaining to dermatology and related sciences.
http://www.aocd.org/skin/dermatologic_diseases/index.html
British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
Contains information for consumers about salons, therapists and treatments, as well as a forum and professional vacancy listings.
http://www.babtac.com
BeautyTech
Offers opportunities for networking within industry-specific areas, including resources for nail technicians, salon owners, cosmetologists and estheticians.
http://www.beautytech.com
Salon Channel
Industry news and events with a job database, directory of manufacturers and articles on treatments, products and services.
http://salonchannel.com
Professional Beauty
Provides detailed information about treatments and has directories of suppliers and salons.
http://www.professionalbeauty.co.uk
Nails
Information and services for nail technicians featuring an online magazine, client handouts and product reviews.
http://www.nailsmag.com
Association of Electric File Manufacturers
Provides training on safe practice during nail services. Information about course schedules and attendance with contact details of certified schools.
http://www.aefm.org
Nailsplash
Career information and techniques for nail technicians with practical lessons on manicures, enhancements and applications.
http://www.nailsplash.com