August 1, 2026

Size Matters More Than You Think Buying a manicure table without checking dimensions is one of the most common — and most expensive — mistakes new nail salon owners make. A table that is too small feels cramped for both client and technician; one that is too large wastes valuable floor space you could be

Two Lifting Systems, Two Very Different Beds When you start shopping for a beauty bed for your spa or esthetics studio, the first major decision is the lifting mechanism: hydraulic or electric. Both adjust the bed’s height so clients can get on and off comfortably and estheticians can work at a healthy posture — but

Why the Right Shampoo Bed Matters For most salon owners, the shampoo area is where a client’s experience begins or ends — and where your back and your stylist’s back take the most strain. A well-chosen shampoo bed (also called a backwash unit or shampoo chair) keeps clients comfortable, protects your staff from repetitive strain

Let me be straight with you: I was skeptical when our supplier suggested putting one electric bed in every treatment room instead of mixing tables and chairs. In my head, a facial bed, an exam table, and a massage table were three different pieces of equipment. Turns out a good 4-motor table covers all three