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COVID-19

December 11th, 2020 • Posted by The impact on the service industry • Permalink

While most of us are in the fight of our lives to stay afloat, have lost loved ones and are trying to stay safe and keep others safe; there are others trying to actually survive another day mentally. The damage this virus has done is inconceivable. It has changed the plateau of lives, mental health and businesses that are trying to hang on. It has created devastation and destruction in the minds of so many that they are trying to get back to somewhat normal and out of that deep dark space and it isn't working. We are left to try and figure out what we can do to survive another day. Put the loss of not seeing loved ones to loved ones that have passed and the depression is mounting even deeper. We are thankful for the Blessings that we have. We are learning from the devastation that we are seeing to be even more thankful for what we have. The one thing that the virus has taught us is that online presence is bigger than ever. Our world was heading this way but now it seems there is no going back. Gone are the days were shopping malls were packed. This year it was reported that mall sales are down a minimum of 50%. What happens to all of the sales associates in retail? Restaurant workers have there own set of problems. The relief packages are not coming soon enough. The staff needs help. Carry out orders are definitely supporting our small businesses as well as gift certificates during this crucial time. Please continue with this support. However, all of the impact on our restaurants will have a major trickle down affect on all of us. This does not exclude all other small business that are suffering. VIP Salon and Spa has been in business for over 35 years servicing the downriver community. We have invested thousands of dollars on PPE protection for our employees and customers. We value your business and we know that it is your choice to come to us. Our obligation is to keep you safe as well as our employees while they continue to do the services they love. We also know without you and our employees there would be no VIP. We know the experience is not what you have come to know from us or any other small business that wants to cater to their customers above and beyond what is required. VIP Salon and Spa also has to change with our client's growing needs. VIP has created options that can help. We are offering curbside purchasing. You just need to call our front desk at 734-479-1166 and we can bring out products or gift certificates to you. We are also launching an online store with over 350 products just go to http://phore.st/GPQaP for special gift sets or gift certificates that we can ship out to you within 24-48 hours. Our technicians will also still get their commission that would be due to them. We offer online gift certificates to be printed by you or emailed anywhere in the country from the comfort of your own home. While we cannot change the fact that we are all faced with challenges, we can try and help it not be as bad if we can help you to make life a little easier. Our business and entire staff depends on our community. We would love you to support us for your product and gift certificate needs. We thank you for your understanding and support during this very difficult time.


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E-FILES - The Safer Solution Today

October 30th, 2019 • Posted by E-Files • Permalink

For years VIP Salon and Spa has taken the stance against using the 'dremel" drill to file out nails. VIP Salon, being the leader in the Michigan nail industry to get the illegal product MMA banned by the State of Michigan that was/is being used for nails in discounted nail salons has taken a look at a new way to remove product. 

 

Dremel drills were almost a necessity to file out this illegal material known as MMA (Methyl Methacrylate). The product that was placed on the natural nails would be drilled into the nail plate so that it was not able to lift off.  This would leave a red ring and dents into the natural nail plate leaving the nail much weaker and damaged. The pain and horror stories of these drills and the products being used was horrendous and left the industry losing many good nail technicians who could not understand why their products would not "adhere" like the discounted salons products would. To this day this is still happening. The reason? Costs... A gallon of MMA liquid used to mix with the acrylic powder is less than $75.  A gallon of the legal liquid EMA (Ethyl Methacrylate) used by nail technicians charging higher pricing is $250-300 per gallon. The higher priced product, when mixed with acrylic powder produces a softer acrylic nail and is created to break under pressure. One example is a client who's finger was stuck in a dog chain while walking her dog. The finger nail broke and she was able to remove her finger. The MMA nail would not have released and would have ripped her natural nail off.      Fast forward....

 

Years later the industry now offers gel nails, dip nails, polishes that need to soaked off and yes, acrylic nails. Nail technicians have found from repetitive hand filing they are developing carpal tunnel. The new services require soaking products off in acetone.

 

There is now a solution that VIP SALON has decided to offer to our technicians and clients. The E-FILE. The e-file is a electric file that is designed to be used on an array of nail services. The e-file gives nail technicans the ability to have control of the rotation speed of the handbit. The company that produces the e-file has also built safety bits so that they are not able to 'cut' into the cuticle or skin. VIP SALON is looking to offer our clients a greater service because of the ability to create a better adhesion to the products as well as eliminate the usage of acetone to "soak enhancements off". It also allows a better cuticle experience in that we have eliminated the need to clip cuticles but gently remove the top layer of "dead" cuticle. In a few days the cuticles will still look freshly manicured; rough and dry cuticles will not grow back. Our nail technicians will be able to offer a better quality of service by gently eliminating the pytergium from the nail bed without cutting cuticle. We think once you experience our nail technicians using this new tool you will agree with our decision to educate and get each of our licensed manicurists certified to use the new e-file!


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VIP INTRODUCES NEW LAUNCH!

April 22nd, 2019 • Posted by New Product Launch Coming! • Permalink

VIP SALON AND SPA ANNOUNCES THE INTRODUCTION OF CBD PRODUCTS & SERVICES!

VIP is proud to announce the introduction of CBD products for those seeking fast relief of muscle and joint discomfort. We have created two new services using CBD products that are organically grown and contain phyto cannabinoid-rich hemp oil, beeswax, essential and Eucalyptus oils. This non-greasy salve and lotion is infused into problem areas for relief without side effects. This is a legal product that does not cause a “high’ and is completely THC-free. It does, however, produce a calming effect as well as reduce pain, swelling and stiffness. Studies have shown that it also can help to regulate a variety of systems, including the immune, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular and digestive systems. Reports of reducing stress and anxiety, increased attention and focus and as mentioned earlier, pain relief have been documented. The results will vary for different individuals.

VIP’s first introductions infused in services are in VIP’s SPA DEPARTMENT…. Our CBD HEALING MASSAGE & CBD HEALING FACIAL…. Just in time for Mother’s Day. Other services are coming soon. We will also retail our Salves, lotions, soaps, bath bombs, soft gels and tincture at our salon by May 1st!


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