How Nail Professionals Should Wear and Care for PPE
The FingernailFixer speaks with a nurse about CDC guidelines when it comes to PPE.
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Using an E-File to Remove Gel-Polish
It has been quite a while since I made a video for the e-file chronicles so an update to that seemed in order. The latest installment is removing gel-polish from an enhancement.
FingernailFixer Live!
Holly has a jam-packed week of live talks and demos on social media!
Self-Care for Nail Techs
I recently posted on Facebook asking nail professionals what they had done for self-care lately.
Show Clients Proof of Sanitation
Hopefully one thing this pandemic will do for our industry is make clients more aware of the differences between salons, and a piece of paper that says we happen to be licensed will no longer be sufficient proof of equal or clean service. How about showing clients that you opted to take a class on sanitation and disinfection while you were closed?
Up Your Disinfectant Game and Tell Your Clients
Something we can do to put our clients at ease when they return to the salon is take the time to reinforce what we have always done behind the scenes every day to take care of them.
How to Remove CND Shellac From Natural Nails
Holly shares two videos for you or your clients to help them remove their nails safely at home while your salon is closed.
Video Tutorial: Galaxy Nail Using Black Out Cats Eye Gel-Polish
Here is a simple galaxy nail using Black Out Cats Eye gel-polish and stamping.
My Tutorials Are Back With an Introductory Black Out Cats Eye Video
Watch my video on Black Out Cats Eye gel-polish to see it in action.
The Salon Floor Should Be a Grumble-Free Zone
If you’re happy and you know it, let it show
Giving New Meaning to a Green Thumb
These photos of nails with real succulents attached made me smile.
The Details Count When Cleaning Your Tools
It’s vital that you actually read your disinfectant’s instructions and clean your tools accordingly.
Quit Comparing Yourself to Others
Your clients are the judges of your work and if they love your art, stop beating yourself up about not being as good as “so and so.”
Becoming a Successful Nail Tech: Step Four Is Business Savvy
Doing amazing nails is not the only requirement for staying afloat, some business skills are essential as well.
Gaining New Knowledge Alongside the Old
Are you content to be doing the same thing that your predecessors were doing for the same price? Would you rather improve your skill and your income?
Becoming a Successful Nail Tech: Step Three Is Creating a Positive Client Experience
Focus more on your client’s experience in the chair and less on the fluff.
Guest Post: Two Perspectives on the Nail Those Profits Cruise
In this guest blog, Nikki and her husband Justin talk about their experiences on the Nail Those Profits Cruise.