A 14-year industry veteran, John "Ribby" Ribner has written hundreds of articles for IST Magazine and, as Director of Editorial Content, has also helped guide the publication's evolution. Ribby is a graduate of Central Michigan University's journalism program and has brought many years of newspaper reporting experience to his position of Head Writer. He is also the author of three novels, "Legacy of the Bear," "Prophecy of the Bear" and "World So Dark."
What makes Softlips the ideal item to sell at your salon counter? The unique products offer a collection of flavors and tints that are perfect for your target clients’ every mood and moment!... Read more
When tanning lotion giant New Sunshine LLC teams with a renowned dermatologist, the products they create together can easily be described as “intelligent.” The indoor tanning industry has lo... Read more
Considering everything they do for their clients, the team at All Hours International Tanning Distributors puts the “service” in full-service distribution. Nestled deep in the woods of the P... Read more
Location: 1 Years in Business: 5 Tanning Systems: 10 Staff: 6 Other Services: Custom Airbrush Tanning Opened nearly six years ago by a mother-daughter team, Tanlines Salon has evolved into a... Read more
For years, ist Magazine has highlighted the efforts of hard-working salon owners across the country; but, there’s more than one way to get a tan. Currently, there are many “sunless-only” sal... Read more
Company Profile – Lucas Products Founded: 1957 President: Robert Urfer Location: Toledo, OH Sector: Manufacturer Staff: Ten ITA Member Since: 2000 At the point where history, dedicatio... Read more
As CEO of Text Ripple, Hans Hegge is the man responsible for turning the hottest form of digital communication into an effective marketing tool for salon professionals. And he did it when he... Read more
Expert Panel Each issue of ist Magazine features a cover story filled with valuable and relevant information gathered from experienced salon professionals across the country. This month, the... Read more
Inits latest “report” on indoor tanning, “Good Morning America” used the dreaded “T-word” – tanorexic! The term “tanorexic” has been around almost as long as indoor tanning, and is considere... Read more
What’s the best way for a salon to capture the attention – and disposable income – of young, hip tanners? By marketing products and services directly to this demographic. With its new Salon... Read more
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