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The U.S.-made shampoo system is available in three premium colors--Deep Sage, Mediterranean Blue and Caramel.



Minerva Beauty, Inc. brings comfortable luxury to the next level with their all‐new Nautilus Shampoo System. Made in the U.S.A., the Nautilus is equipped with Minerva’s coveted built‐in headrest providing clients with ultimate neck support and ease during shampooing and other hair treatments.
“The Nautilus Shampoo System provides spa‐like comfort that your customers will leave the salon talking about,” says Jay Rawl, president and CEO at Minerva Beauty. “From its built‐in headrest to its luxurious and premium vinyl, the Nautilus is a shampoo system that truly stands above the rest.”
Available in the colors Deep Sage, Mediterranean Blue, and Caramel, the Nautilus features high density foam cushioning with memory for maximum comfort, heavy duty 5/8" thick 7‐ply plywood and steel reinforced frames, fully upholstered armrests, reinforced double stitching, black or white porcelain bowl, built‐in rubber headrest, vinyl covered ottoman style footrest, basket strainer, spray hose, UPC and cUPC certified fixtures, and flexible drain line.
“The Nautilus proves that you don’t have to compromise when it comes to comfort, quality, and style,” explains Jeff Grissler, director of corporate relations at Minerva Beauty. “With a matching vinyl ottoman footrest included, this shampoo system is the ultimate relaxation station designed to elevate every shampoo setting.”
The Nautilus Shampoo System can be used as a backwash or sidewash and meets California TB117 Fire Retardant Standards. Browse and shop the Nautilus on Minerva Beauty’s website by visiting minervabeauty.com/search/nautilus. If you need assistance placing an order or want more information, give Minerva’s Sales Team a call at 888‐332‐0123 Monday‐Friday 9am‐ 6pm, EST.
About Minerva Beauty, Inc. Founded in 2006, Minerva Beauty manufactures and distributes wholesale salon and spa equipment to the beauty industry. With the largest salon and spa equipment showroom in the world, Minerva offers an incredible selection of styling stations and chairs, shampoo systems, dryers and dryer chairs, pedicure chairs, manicure tables, stools and carts, skin care equipment, and more. Minerva is committed to delivering equipment with fine craftsmanship, value and affordability to the beauty industry and has equipment in over 175,000 salons and spas worldwide. For more information, visit minervabeauty.com.
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