Nail Bites

When you start your career as a nail tech, you may feel pressured to have everything—to appear “complete” to more senior technicians (and your customers!), and to have an expansive set-up.

Hey there fellow nail enthusiasts! Today, we're going to dive into the impact that temperature has on our favorite nail products. It's important to understand this relationship so that you can adjust your technique and product usage accordingly [...]

We’ve pulled together everything you need to get comfortable and precise with gel, including a step-by-step guide to gel nails, a list of products to get started, and some tips and tricks that help the professionals stay on top of their gel game.

Learning the tips and tricks necessary to execute a gorgeous full set is an essential step in how to do acrylic nails for beginners. The good news is that achieving flawless acrylic enhancements is entirely possible. You just need to know the basics, practice effectively, and work with the right acrylic nail supplies. We’re here to help you with the first part—and, when you’re ready, we’ve got you covered with top-of-the-line acrylic nail products.

In the early stages of your nail profession, there is a multitude of tempting products and tools to stuff in your salon kit. Who hasn’t wanted to redirect funds from a boring yet wise purchase for something racier like a seasonal limited edition Swarovski crystal mix?  What is the nail techs equivalent to an essential capsule collection or a new driver’s starter car?[...]

Is there a checklist before diving in head first from part-time to full-time nail boss? Our best piece of advice is to steer you towards preparedness and a methodical approach to the career transition. Take action towards your future goals but do so without delusion. Evaluate your current client base, calculate the potential for steady earnings, and be prepared for the occasional bumps in the road to success.

Forget about perfection and self-judgement. The biggest barrier to a great nail shot is the inner voice whispering sweet not nice things in your ear. Every artist experiences challenges in both documenting and celebrating their work. The creative [...]

The YN community is a diverse network of nail professionals working at every stage of their careers. We’re here to help as nail techs make moves to establish themselves in their marketplace. One of the scariest first steps, as a beginner, is to figure out how to price your services. No matter who you are, [...]