In this new world of AI and ever-increasing technology, it can be tough picking a career. After all, many jobs within the last few decades have been replaced due to an increase in automation. This has led to a boom in salaries for those in trades, as demonstrated by growth in the nail technician field. If you’re worried about what
Becoming your own boss and starting a lucrative career as a professional nail technician is a dream that many people have, but it can be confusing to know where to start. From doing nails independently by renting out a nail suite to owning your own nail salon, achieving your dream can be a reality. In fact, right now is a
Although it’s required in all 50 states to earn your nail technician license before you start practicing, you may have wondered whether or not learning basic theory and skills from a formal nail school is even important. The truth is, nail school is more than just learning different application techniques; it involves a foundational education that teaches you about the
Although acrylic nails have been popular for nail extensions for decades, Gel-X, a newer, innovative method, is now gaining a lot of popularity among the most well-known nail technicians. On a surface level, both acrylic and Aprés Gel-X look similar, but there are a lot of differences that make the extension systems totally different. If you’re thinking about doing Gel-X
If you have an affinity toward the amazing designs that nail technicians do on their client’s nails but also have a full-time job, you may have asked yourself whether becoming a nail technician could be a good side hustle. As it turns out, becoming a nail technician, even part-time, can be a lucrative job that will increase the amount of
Regardless of whether you’re an aspiring nail tech student or an established tech professional with their own client list, knowing a number of different techniques will help you satisfy clients who are looking for a specific look. That said, in the nail tech world, there are so many different techniques it could make one’s head spin. For instance, in addition
A+ Nail School is the only nail school in the Chicago area that offers Après certification. Après Gel-X is the world’s first soft gel nail extension system and only offered in select locations across the United States.