Professional Resources

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.
www.aefm.org

BeautyTech - Offers opportunities for networking within industry-specific areas, including resources for nail technicians, salon owners, cosmetologists and estheticians.
www.beautytech.com

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.
www.babtac.com

Clairol Professional - Tips, tools and techniques for hair stylists, featuring career development materials for students and further information for members (registration required).
www.thecreativestudio.com

Cosmetic Executive Women - Trade organization offering events, awards and charity funding. Online registration (requires membership) and information for sponsors.
www.cew.org/

Dermatologic Disease Database - Diseases pertaining to dermatology and related sciences.
www.aocd.org/skin/dermatologic_diseases/index.html

Makeup Hair and Styling - Offers information and news for freelance stylists, featuring an online magazine and the ability to post classified adverts.
www.makeuphairandstyling.com/

Nails - Information and services for nail technicians featuring an online magazine, client handouts and product reviews.
www.nailsmag.com

Nailsplash - Career information and techniques for nail technicians with practical lessons on manicures, enhancements and applications.
www.nailsplash.com

Professional Beauty - Provides detailed information about treatments and has directories of suppliers and salons.
www.professionalbeauty.co.uk

Salon Channel - Industry news and events with a job database, directory of manufacturers and articles on treatments, products and services.
salonchannel.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.
www.salonemployment.com/

Skin Care Discussion Forum - professional physician beauty advice and community discussion realting to various beauty practices
beauty4skin.com/yabbse

TeachHairBraiding.com - Offers online courses in basic and advanced hairstyle designs, including herringbone, cornrolls, five strand, circle braid, and lace.
www.teachhairbraiding.com/