Lindsay Miller

Selling retail products is a great way to grow a spa’s revenue while allowing you to offer an at-home treatment plan designed for your waxing clients. It is important that the products you choose to sell match the needs of your clients. Choosing products that do not align with your services can result in a challenge when trying to sell them. There are quite a few options when it comes to at-home care for waxing, such as exfoliating products and targeted ingrown hair treatments. Aspects to consider when developing a retail plan include customer service, staff training, selecting quality products, and effective marketing.

The presidential election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5. For students residing outside of their home parish or state, absentee ballots provide them the opportunity to still participate in the electoral process.

In Loving Memory: Neil Vincent Curran of Naples, FL passed away at his summer home in East Falmouth on September 18 after a lengthy and stoic fight against cancer. He was 75.

Work culture, or organizational culture, refers to the shared values, behaviors, beliefs and practices that characterize an organization. Work culture sets the tone for how work is done and shapes the overall employee experiences at the workplace. A positive workplace culture can greatly impact the success of the business as it can attract talent, create engagement among team members, and positively affect overall happiness of employees. In the spa, this translates to employee satisfaction and retention, productivity and efficiency, innovation, and a good client experience. Conversely, a negative work culture can create unhealthy behaviors and attitudes which can significantly lower employee morale and impact the success of the business.

Although most people will be thinking about the presidential race on Nov. 5, there are several candidates running for congressional seats in Hammond and Louisiana.

Do-it-yourself at-home spa treatments have risen in popularity, driven by consumer convenience, affordability, and the availability of user-friendly kits. Home waxing has become lucrative for consumers as more of these options, including waxes that offer various benefits for sensitive skin or thick, coarse hair, have become available. Additionally, social media platforms have increased the library of user generated videos that focus on educating the consumer on the process, making the at-home option attractive. However, there remains a strong demand for in-spa waxing services and loyal customers who feel more comfortable booking their wax at a professional wax bar or spa. The challenge for a spa is to keep the loyal customers returning and not be tempted by the at-home option.

Starting a wax bar involves several steps, from planning and legal considerations to setting up the space and marketing your services. Prior to starting your wax bar business, it is important to do your research and have a roadmap for your business. A business plan will provide a reference to help you make decisions along the way on how to set up certain areas of the business. Here are some things to consider when starting your wax bar.

The University Police Department (UPD) is searching for a person of interest after vending machines were damaged and money was taken between Sept. 27 and 29. These incidents occurred in Pottle Hall, White Hall, Meade Hall and the Science Building Annex. The UPD is asking for help from the public in identifying their person of...

Improving your waxing services is a great way to increase sales and boost overall business. Waxing is a popular service that builds loyal clients and supports sales growth through add-ons and retail products. Always looking for ways to improve your business will allow you to grow while also building support among your loyal clients. Here are three strategies to consider when looking to boost your waxing business.

Four key steps swine producers can take to safeguard their farms from porcine epidemic diarrhea.