The Companies Behind Vici Beauty School (INC)
A behind-the-scenes look at the small companies that make business possible at
a busy salon training-ground in Milwaukee.
Vici Beauty School, Milwaukee | 11.09.11, 3:59 p.m.
**Haircutting shears**
Vici Beauty School students give discounted haircuts to some 1,500 clients
each week using Zip and Golden Crane shears, made by Sensei Shear Systems, a
Pittsburg, California, manufacturer of professional scissors that cost as much
as $700 a pair. Founded in 1985 by brothers Mark and John Wright, Sensei
specializes in ergonomic shears that reduce stress on the user's neck and
shoulders. The $4 million company, run by president Mark Wright, has 11
employees and sells products through 100 salon distributors worldwide. It also
provides mail-order scissor-sharpening services and recently began selling
dog-grooming shears.
**Smocks**
The beauty business can be messy. To protect their clothes from dyes and
makeup, Vici's 114 stylists-in-training wear water-repellent, stain-resistant
polyester smocks made by Smockers by Bexar Manufacturing of San Antonio.
Founded in 1994 by president Veronica DeNeve, the company started out making
smocks for cosmetics employees at Dillard's department stores. Today, Smockers
has 15 employees and sells smocks and uniforms, in eight colors and 18 styles,
to hair and beauty clients in the U.S. and Canada, ...
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7pc Pro Animal Clipper Kit $61.08 Andis 7 Piece Pro Animal Clipper Kit is an affordable all breed professional style grooming pet system.FEATURES Powerful clipper ideal for complete dog grooming 3700 spm blade speed Extremely quiet, powerful rotary motor is maintenance free Break resistant housing, contoured to fit your hand Designed and manufactured for years of reliable use Blades are detachable for ease of changing and cleaning Works with all UltraEdge and CeramicEdgeTM blades (sold separately) - the largest selection in the industry Blades also compatible with Oster Model A-5 and most detachable-type clippers One year limited warranty*INCLUDES: clipper, size 10 CeramicEdge blade, four attachment combs, clipper oil, and sturdy carry case |
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Andis 21485 ProPet Clipper Kit in Storage Case $102.95 Andis MBG2 Pro-Animal Clipper Kit FEATURES Powerful clipper ideal for complete dog grooming 3700 spm blade speed Extremely quiet powerful rotary motor is maintenance free Break resistant housing contoured to fit your hand Designed and manufactured for years of reliable use Blades are detachable for ease of changing and cleaning Works with all UltraEdge and CeramicEdge blades sold separately - the largest selection in the industry Blades also compatible with Oster Model A-5 and most detachable-type clippers One year limited warranty INCLUDES clipper size 10 CeramicEdge blade four attachment combs clipper oil and sturdy carry case |
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DOG GROOMING ~Wall Clock~ groomer pet salon clippers $17.99 This BRAND NEW wall clock measures 10 inches in diameter. It has a black plastic frame with a clear cover. Graphics are rich and vibrant and will last a lifetime. These clocks make a great accent to any room in your home or business. A perfect addition to your kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, family room or anywhere. The clock has precision quartz movement and operates on 1 AA battery (not included). Please take a moment to look through our entire clock inventory, these make great gifts! |
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Dog Grooming for Dummies $19.99 Handle grooming yourself to save money and bond with your dogBrush, bathe, and clip your dog like a pro!Whether your dog is destined for a career in the show ring or a spot on the living room couch, good grooming is important. This friendly guide shows you how to develop a grooming routine that will keep your dog clean - and strengthen the bond between you. It includes detailed, step-by-step grooming instructions for all types of coats.Discover how toTrain your dog for groomingCare for nails, teeth, and earsUse clippers and scissorsGroom specific types of coatsPrepare a dog for the show ring |
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HI TD 3269-6 PEDI-PAWS PET NAIL TRIMMER $24.79 PediPaws Pet Nail Trimmers The PediPaws Pet Nail Trimmer: Works quickly easily, and gently Won't crack, splinter or break nails Has rotating emery bands that gently file nails Is cordless and lightweight Files to smooth rounded finish The PediPaws pet nail trimmer is a revolutionary new automatic pet nail trimmer that trims your pets nails quickly, easily, and effectively! The secret is the rotating emery band that safely removes thin layers of your pet's nails, while keeping the trimmings inside so there's no mess to clean up. With regular pet nail trimmers, it's so easy to accidentally trim too much off of the nail, and cut into the quick, causing pain for your pet. PediPaws dog nail trimmers are safe pet nail trimmers that allow you to take just a bit off the nail at a time so that you get a perfect, pain-free trim every time! This dog nail trimmer guides you as you trim so that you are much less likely to take too much of the nail off and cause pain to your pet. Why do pets fight you when you are trying to trim their nails? Because they know that it hurts! You will be surprised at how calm they are when you use PediPaws pet nail trimmers! You no longer have to dread fighting with your dog or cat when it's time to trim their nails! Some ordinary pet claw trimmers can also leave the edges of the nail cracked and jagged. With PediPaws dog nail trimmer, there's no more cracking, splintering, or breaking your pet's nails because Pedi Paws doesn't pinch down on the nails. Instead, it uses a precision filing wheel to gently trim your pet's claws. With the Pedi Paws dog nail trimmer, your pet's nails will be touchable, smooth and you and your home will be scratch free! PediPaws is the innovative way to eliminate the hassle of nail grooming. Traditional clippers can cause painful nail splitting and cracking. PediPaws rotating emery bands gently and safely files your pet's nails to a smooth, rounded finish. Plus, the protective cap catches the filings, so there is no mes |
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Jarden Consumer Solutions Oster Lucky Dog Coarse Blade Silver Other - 78913-636 $32.49 Coarse blade set for the lucky dog clipper.Leaves hair 1/8 inch in length.This blade set is perfect for larger hair areas such as along the back and sides.Use this high quality professional grade blade set in your clippers to give your pet a grooming at home.Use care when handling the blades so as to avoid accidental injury to yourself or your pet.Saves time and money and reduces stress for your pet.Dimensions (L x W x H):9.75 x 3.5 x 4.75 |
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New Stainless Steel Nail Clippers For Larger Dogs Cats Clips Animal Grooming Kit with Nail Guard to $4.99 Animal Dog Cat Nail Clipper Sizing: 7 Stainless Steel *Note: Handle Color may vary and depends on what would be available on the day of sale. |
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Oster A5 Turbo 2-Speed 78005-314 Professional Animal Dog Pet Clipper + 4-ounces + 10 Piece Comb Guid $151.95 The toughest work conditions are no match for these powerful clippers which offer faster blade speeds and wider blade sweeps along with better airflow and less noise during grooming. Virtually unbreakable these clippers glide through thick coarse hair easily managing over 4000 strokes per minute and its detachable blade system provides you with incredible versatility. |
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Oster Animal Care 078588 Easy Series Pet Clippers Grooming Kit $27.95 The Oster 078588-010-002 Easy Series Clipper is specifically designed with the new dog groomer in mind. With features such as an easy step-by-step guide, safety guide combs, Tug-Free blade d esign, ergonomic grip, and adjustable blade sizes, the Easy Series provides you with all the essentials you need to safely and easily keep your pet looking its best year round. |
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PET GROOMER BANNER SIGN dog grooming clippers signs new $18.99 Increase your bottom line with this budget banner! This 18 x48 banner is perfect for outdoor use for 5+ years or will look great inside. Our banners are printed on heavy duty 13oz. outdoor vinyl banner material and comes standard with 4 grommets for easy hanging. Full color banners provide the cheapest form of advertising, you cant go wrong with a Budget Banner! |
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Small Pet Nail Clipper $4.9 JXW1004: Features: -Nail clipper.-Specially designed cutting edge and overall compact.-Clippers will help you keep your cat's, dog's, bird's, small pet's, or reptile's nails at a comfortable length.-Regular grooming experience will promote a healthy bond. Dimensions: -Dimensions: 4.25'' H x 0.25'' W x 5.75'' D. |