Nail & Beauty
Salons, spas, and beauty trends from the Volunteer State.
29 articles

Builder Gel Manicure Lifts and a Nail Pops Off Within Two Weeks at Green Hills Nail Spa, for $180
A new customer says her $180 builder gel manicure with a polka dot design lifted and one nail popped off in under two weeks. A look at what early durability problems usually signal about application technique.
Velvet Petal Nails Wins 'Best Local Salon' in Reader Poll
A Murfreesboro nail salon took top honors in an annual local reader poll.
Blush & Bourbon Salon Launches Nashville-Hot-Chicken-Red Gel Shade
A Franklin salon introduced a new signature red gel shade inspired by Nashville hot chicken.
Firefly Beauty Lounge Trains Three New Apprentices
A Jackson beauty lounge is investing in its team through a new local apprenticeship program.
Whistlestop Nail Co. Hosts Mother-Daughter Mani-Pedi Fundraiser
A Johnson City nail studio held a mother-daughter fundraiser event for a local charity.
Copper Kettle Beauty Bar Adds Men's Grooming Services
A Kingsport beauty bar expanded its menu to include men's grooming services.
Ocean Nail & Spa in Hixson: The 'One-Hour Wait' Crisis and Shady Pricing — When Compounding Errors Turn a Salon into a 'Nightmare'
A reported customer experience highlights concerns about wait times, facility cleanliness, pricing transparency, and service expectations.
Rhinestone & Rouge Decorates for Speedway Race Weekend
A Bristol salon themed its shop around race weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Dogwood Blossom Spa Opens in Renovated 1920s Cottage
A new spa opened in Cookeville inside a restored 1920s cottage.