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Have Fun with Personalized Nail Art

Nail art has been around for thousands of years, as far back as Egyptian times when nail colors were used to distinguish social standing. Today, nail art can be anything from simple polka dots or stripes to detailed works of art on each nail. Nail

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Bangs Can Make You Look Younger

Thinking it might be time to freshen up your hairstyle…maybe with something that makes you look and feel a little younger? Ask any skilled hair stylist what to do and they will tell you that a soft framing shape with lots of layers is best

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Try Ombre for a Diverse Look

Are you someone who likes to shake things up? Do you pride yourself for being up on the latest trends in style? Enjoy being one of those hip chicks who is the first to sport a new, trendy look? Then Ombre hair color may be

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The Decision to Cut Your Long Hair Short

Depending on your personality, if you are thinking about going from long hair to short, you make want to give the decision some careful thought or you may just “go for it” on a whim. Either way, it is a good idea to make sure

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Woman donating hair for cancer

Why We Should Donate Hair

Donating hair may mean more than you think… Surgeries, painful recoveries and treatments that can cause enough nausea and discomfort to put your entire life on hold…Cancer patients – including little children – go through enough without having to deal with the loss of hair.

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Having a break from moving house with pet

The Joy – and other benefits – of Pets

From their wagging tails and deafening purrs, to pure joy and affection, our pets provide us with an unmatched level of unconditional love. It is a proven fact that pets positively affect the physical, psychological and social aspects of our lives. Pets are used to

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2017 NSB Events

Every year in New Smyrna Beach promises to be “event-full,” and 2017 is certainly no different! New Smyrna Beach visitors and those lucky enough to live here have already enjoyed a wide array of incredible events this year. The Festival of the Arts, with art

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Hair Designs: What’s Trending in 2017

Hair today, gone tomorrow. Regardless of how long each hair style is considered chic, we all want to be “IN”…as long as the style is not ridiculous. Here’s some of the best hair design trending for in 2017… WET AND WILD! Wear slick, shiny hair

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Nail Designs: What’s Trending in 2017

Looking for some funky, fun, fantastic finger bling? Well then, you are going to love the 2017 nail trends! You may have seen the television series, Claws. If you have, you have witnessed one of the latest nail trends sported by some true Hollywood divas

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Spring Has Sprung!

It’s springtime. Are you ready for the season? No worries! Swanky Salon in New Smyrna Beach has everything you need! The first requirements are gorgeous toes and smooth, soft feet to dip in the sand and surf. You guessed it! You are in need of

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Cool Summer Hair Styles

Are you more of a messy bun, barely there braids or a falling down up-do kind of girl? No matter the look you desire for fun in the summer sun, we’ve got it here at Swanky Salon! At Swanky Salon, beauty and pampering is our

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Give the Gift of Beauty for Valentine’s Day

Ahhh, Valentine’s Day. Love is in the air. Makes you think of sweet pink confections, gooey chocolate decadence and pretty bouquets, but want to give that certain someone in your life something really special this year? Gift the gift of beauty and rejuvenation. Whether your

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2017 – A Great Year from NSB Events

New Smyrna Beach’s list of events for 2017 is a beautiful thing…just like Swanky Salon’s full assortment of salon treatments! In New Smyrna Beach, there are parties, parades, music, art and seafood festivals, and so much more! Here is just a sampling of what you

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Come Have Fun at Swanky Salon

What did Mom always say? “Life is what you make it.” Mom was always right, so at Swanky Salon, life is like a party! We specialize in beauty, and we know that happy people are beautiful people. So, we make it our business to have

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New Smyrna Beach Lifestyle

New Smyrna Beach is warm and friendly; it’s culture-rich; and its vibrant blue skies overlook magnificent coastlines glistening with crystal clear waters. It is home to art festivals, theatrical performances and live entertainment performed by talented local musicians. Residents and visitors alike revel in wine

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Shellac Manicures

Shellac Manicures at Swanky Salon…Just in Time for Summer! It’s almost summer…time to get your nails done in those pretty light pinks or bright, beautiful corals. If you are getting ready to go on vacation, attending a wedding or some other special event, if you

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All About Ombre

Get Ombre at Swanky Salon The word Ombre is of French origin and it means “to shade.” Ombre, a coloring effect in which the bottom portion of your hair looks lighter than the top portion, is one of today’s hottest trends in hair color. It’s

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