- Learn how to start your own home-based nail salon.
- Seek permission from authorities before setting up business.
- Do market research to understand your selling point.
- Open a mobile nail salon or save costs by opening within home.
- Get experience working in an established salon first.
- Pay attention to administration side while working.
- Decide what type of salon you want to open.
Ideal Customer and Business Setup
- An ideal nail salon customer cares about appearance and has money to spend.
- Most customers are women, but salons also serve men.
- A salon makes money by charging for services.
Supplies and Equipment for a Nail Salon
- Gather nail supplies like polishes, tools, and storage.
- Stay organized.
- Obtain necessary licenses and permits based on location.
- Invest in quality products and equipment.
- Create a professional, inviting space for clients.
- Designate an area for your nail station.
- Obtain licenses and permits for operating a nail business at home.
- You need starter tools to build skills and customer base.
- Put in work to build a regular client list that will pay more.
- Various factors affect this.
Sanitation and Nail Tech Supplies
- Nail Clippers: Used to reduce the length of the nails.
- Nail Files and Emery Board: Used to smooth the free edge of the nails.
- Acetone and Cotton Disks: Used to remove old polish safely.
Getting Started as a Nail Tech
If you’re thinking about becoming a nail tech, one of the first things you’ll need to do is gather the necessary supplies.
This can be a little daunting, especially if you’re new to the world of nails, so we’ve put together a list of everything you’ll need to get started.