About The Guide
Professionalism Behind the Desk
A professional nail technician isn't there to judge you—or other nail technicians.
If you've had your nails done elsewhere before, you should never feel uncomfortable mentioning it. Every nail technician has their own techniques, preferred products and way of working.
A professional nail technician focuses on understanding your nails and creating the safest, most suitable manicure for you—not criticising someone else's work.
Why Does My Nail Technician Ask So Many Questions?
During your appointment, your nail technician may ask questions such as:
-
Have you ever had any lifting?
-
Do you work with your hands?
-
Do you spend a lot of time typing?
-
Do you wear gloves at work?
-
Have your nails been bitten in the past?
-
Have you had any allergies or reactions to nail products?
These questions aren't asked out of curiosity.
They are part of a professional consultation and help your nail technician understand your lifestyle, your natural nails and any challenges that could affect the longevity or safety of your manicure.
No two clients are the same.
The products, structure and technique that work perfectly for one person may not be the best choice for someone else.
The more your nail technician understands about your nails and your daily routine, the better they can tailor your manicure to your individual needs.
Why I Created This Guide
I created this guide because I want my clients to understand their nails a little better.
There is much more to a nail appointment than choosing a colour and sitting under the lamp.
There is preparation, hygiene, product knowledge, structure, timing and a lot of small decisions that you may not even notice while I am working.
What you do after your appointment matters too.
The way you use your nails, how you care for them at home and how quickly you tell me when something feels wrong can make a big difference.
This guide is here to answer common questions, explain things clearly and help you get the best from your appointments.
Most of all, I want it to make communication between us easier.
Because beautiful, long-lasting nails are not only the result of my work in the salon.
They are also the result of us working together.
