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  • Nail Art News: Do New York Salons Have A Sanitation Problem?

    Getting your nails done is supposed to be a fun girls night out activity, just another aspect of pampering.

    There are certain things customers shouldn’t have to worry about when thinking of where they’re going to get their newest nail art look.

    Things like fungi for example. Yep, do not want to think about that.

    Unfortunately, a troubling article by way of the New York Observer has raised a number of questions about the lack of cleanliness in nail salons.

    According to the Observer, NYC Public Advocate Letitia James published a disturbing report on Monday.

    To say that it should make fashionistas and nail art divas think twice about which New York salons they patronize is a gross understatement!

    When inspectors visited New York salons between 2008 and 2012, they found that the majority (56%) had violated health and safety rules.

    Thanks to the god awful conditions in certain salons, some customers ended up getting ugly infections. There are even reports some individuals contracted hepatitis.

    Certain chemicals used in nail art salons (toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate) have been linked to reproductive problems and birth defects, respiratory issues, and even cancer. The UV lamps? Said to be as bad for your skin as tanning beds.

    These are just a few of the major problems that New York health inspectors have uncovered.

    Given the small window of time and number of salons that have come and gone over the years, you can only IMAGINE how many undiscovered gross factoids we aren’t even privy to.

    Before you cancel your appointments forever and spend the rest of your life furiously washing your hands at the sink, you should know there’s good news.

    Along with the lengthy list of negative findings, James has provided some recommendations she believes will make nail salons better and safer businesses for employees and customers alike.

    First open some windows and invest in a fan. A salon that uses chemicals known to cause respiratory problems really has no excuse for a lack of air circulation.

    Make sure that employees are using protective gear as they work, and that there are multilingual health instructions available.

    Also, and most importantly, there should be a monumental increase in the inspectors available to check on problems like these. At present there are only 27 people responsible for checking nail salon health and safety standards for over 5,000 businesses.

  • Stocking Stuffer Ideas-All Under $10!

    Stocking Stuffer Ideas-All Under $10!

    Perhaps one of the most overlooked gifts that people forget to snag this holiday season are those tiny trinkets that stuff those beautifully hung stockings. The stocking is not only one of the most forgotten Christmas buys, it’s one of the easiest to fill.

    While the majority of you have plenty to keep you busy before the big day arrives, I’m here to give you a list of some of the most wonderful-and practical-gifts to fill the stockings in your home. Just picked up a fancy tablet and running a little low on cash? No problem. All the stocking stuffers listed below are under $10!

    Fruit…Yes, Fruit. While that might seem a little lame, a sunset orange clementine is a delicious, sweet treat that won’t rot your teeth. With all the yummy holiday sweets being passed around, it’ll be a nice surprise to receive something that’s equally delicious but not filled with guilt. Plus you can buy a bag and have enough to stuff not one but many stockings.

    Earbuds-For the person that’s all about music on the go, grab them a pair of colorful earbuds. You can even throw in a USB cord so they can take their iPod with them in the car and jam to their favorite Christmas song.

    Nail Polish-Cool nail art is all the rave this year. Head down to your local drugstore and pickup a few different colors for the girl in your life with the artistic nail flair.

    Lottery Tickets-These are fun for the man who has it all. The possibility of winning some extra cash is fun for the receiver and the whole family.

    Deck of Cards-Everyone needs to have a deck of cards on hand for those rainy afternoons. Look for a themed deck or something a little different with lots of color.

    Mini Alcohol Bottles-For the 21-and-up lover of tasty beverages, grab a few miniature bottles of their favorite spirit. It’s a great way to spice up that old stocking (and make the in-laws a tad more tolerable this season.)

    Gift Cards-A $10 iTunes giftcard will come in handy after receiving all those gadgets needing new apps.

    Mittens-Tis the season to be warm! Grab your loved ones something to keep them warm during the holidays. PIckup a pair of gloves or festive scarf.

    Poster-For the person who enjoys the nice sights, grab them a cool poster of their favorite landscape or band.

    DVD/CD-Head to Walmart and search the bargain bin. Sometimes you can find blockbuster hits that’ve been marked down. Grab that or a classic CD that they’re guaranteed to love.

    Head out to your local drugstore, Walmart, Target (especially check in their dollar section) and you’re sure to find affordable stuffers that’ll make everyone on your Christmas list happy little elves.

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