Ohio
Beauty
Cleveland's Nail Artists Turn Ten Fingers Into a Portfolio
A crop of Cleveland nail technicians is treating manicures as miniature canvases, and social media is fueling the demand.
Columbus Salons Chase a Smaller Footprint, One Foil at a Time
From recycled foils to lower-water color processes, salons are trimming the waste that the beauty business quietly generates.
A Columbus Esthetician Turns Her Treatment Room Into a Product Line
After years of hearing the same complaints, a local skincare pro launched a small, focused line aimed at Ohio's harsh seasonal swings.
Columbus Makeup Artists Push Brands on Shade Range
Local pros say the products they can actually use on every client shape which brands they recommend and stock.
Cincinnati's Grooming Shops Court the Reluctant Skincare Customer
Men's grooming spaces are expanding beyond the haircut, betting that the treatment chair is the easiest place to sell a routine.
Cleveland's Bridal Beauty Pros Turn One Day Into a Year of Work
Hair and makeup artists who specialize in weddings are building businesses around a calendar that peaks hard and books early.
Lash and Brow Studios Carve Out a Niche in Columbus
Specialized studios focusing on just eyes and brows are thriving by doing one thing exceptionally well.
Cleveland's Natural-Hair Salons Build Community Around Craft
Salons specializing in textured and natural hair are anchoring neighborhoods and mentoring the next generation of stylists.