How Much Money Can You Actually Make As A Nail Tech?

Today Habib and Tracey calculate how much money you can make as a nail tech based on average service price and number of clients a day. They discuss how important it is to set goals for yourself and raise your prices to the point where you make your desired yearly salary.
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[@christineferguson2088]

My dad just the other day, said to me "you won't make anything doing nails. You spend to much time on them" (Ive been practicing&trying to get better) &I just went out in a limb to apply to a nail tech position at a salon... I got the job today!!! Im going to prove him wrong!!

[@pinklipstickx19]

How is everything going

[@emiliavelazquez2497]

you can make well ovr 6 six figures, u got it girly

[@nailsbyjhenn2809]

I feel you. My mom used to tell me that I'm wasting the product when I was practicing. That I was better working in different field . That was back in 2013. Now, I think I did good nails and have regular clients.

[@megandupreez2155]

You're already proving him wrong. Determination and persistence is key in any business, really.

[@mochi.puffball6588]

Good luck girl, you got this!

[@bugg1116]

I have a full time corporate job and a part time nail business. I average 25 clients a week with the average set being $70. This is year 2 and I have surpassed my corporate income (not even working full time). Funny story, when I first started watching your How Much videos I would say, they're crazy !. . . impossible! . . . . . Welp 👀 my bad.

[@Cashious]

You must be fast! How do you manage not getting burnt out? Im a full timer as well and can’t imagine doing 25 services on top of 40 hr a week without losing precious sleep lol

[@NailsbyBunnyBear]

I was wondering how fast too!!!!

[@jwiki1]

@PrettyLittleThings that’s exactly what I want to do! I live in Hawaii and think I could surpass my current corporate income with a part time nail business. Keep the corporate job for benefits and make money enough to retire early! 😃

[@bugg1116]

@@Cashious I'm not exceptionally fast, most of my sets take 1.5hrs but they are almost all heavy on nail art and bling. I am constantly reevaluating my service to see where I can shave time but I never rush, that's not why people have private techs. I just replace all the time I would've been watching TV with doing nails lol.

[@bugg1116]

@@jwiki1 it's so rewarding tricky part is you become less engaged in the corporate setting lol. It starts looking real I don't need this jobish 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@vasconcellaember6492]

i was pleasantly surprised by the numbers…i’ve been fighting with myself between keeping nails as a hobby or actually making it a career. after this video i’m definitely leaning more towards the career side of things😅

[@Emily-xu6fi]

Me too

[@cry21hearts]

Same here !

[@KellyKRM8]

My thoughts exactly!

[@HealthtoBeautyNails]

Yes you can absolutely make this money as a tech! I'm in my first year of going out on my own, and it's been tough, but yesterday in one day, I made $672 from 4 clients. Not everyday is like that, but it's possible, y'all. You did touch on it briefly, but this is not necessarily the money that is going in your personal pocket. It's going to your business and from there you pay yourself as part of your expenses, but that profit allows you to continue to grow your business. So also having realistic expectations on your take home is important, too.

[@KNKReacts]

I left my full-time position at a psych hospital to be a full-time Nail Tech. My only down fall will be my shyness and just not being comfortable to be myself with new people. Working in a salon helps, but I want to work for myself. I find that these new salon owners are taking advantage of new techs.

[@londontiptonreacts]

I am having the same problem 3 years in. I’m not outgoing and have a hard time gaining clientele. Plus the ones i have only come because im walking distance

[@KNKReacts]

@@londontiptonreacts OMG yasss im not the only one. I just have this way about me where I have to observe people and situations before I truly get comfortable. Its not a bad thing but being a nail tech you're around people everyday so you have to talk. If I have nothing to talk about im quiet. And forget starting a conversation im horrible at that. Getting clients is so hard when you're an introvert. Im not the walking up to people kinda person, but I guess its all abouts putting ourselves into awkward situations to get over the shyness. I told myself once a week im gonna go to the mall and hand out cards and if I don't give them to people then just leave some on random counters lol.

[@zmijasam]

@@londontiptonreacts one TRICK that helped me: i told my girls if they bring one new girl to me, ill give them a free set next time 🥂 one day i was like WTF I DONT HAVE TIME FOR ALL OF THOSE GIRLS 🤣🤣🤣🥂

[@ChanR13]

@@KNKReacts I struggle with this too. But I've found over the years (in my corporate job) that all you have to do is get people talking about themselves and they'll think you had the best conversation without even realizing they were the only one talking. Ask about their job, their kids, their boyfriends/husbands, etc. I basically just practice asking those questions on my own time and then use them until I start feeling comfortable with the person. Most people REALLY enjoy talking about themselves. And the rest typically don't mind a little comfortable silence because they aren't much for chatting either. Just be friendly, smile, listen, and ask questions to get to know them and you won't have to do anything else.

[@marz8084]

I’m in school and have a question. When is the slow season?

[@davidlime]

I have a few clients who don't even ask me what the total is, they always send me at least $50+ over the service price... These are the best clients EVER.

[@Tata-iu3fy]

I love how you guys touch on everything here, education, pricing, business, how to, products...just everything. It's great. You guys have always been my favorite channel on KZbin.

[@Tara.strong]

This just blew my mind! I can't work 40 hours a week. But if I can build towards a goal of being able to make a lot of money so I can set my own hours that would be fabulous.

[@tinab7791]

As just an interloper who likes to live vicariously through you guys 🤣, I've noticed something out there in various nail related social media groups. There's a segment of the nail tech population that thinks it's greedy to charge more than 30 or 40 for a set. They look down on techs that want to be able to support their family comfortably through appropriate pricing, considering them to be greedy. We have to change their minds so that as an industry, everyone is demanding more $$. Then we'll be able to raise base prices across the board.

[@kathytarman2302]

If I was younger I would be a nail tech. To old and shaky now. I am happy doing mine and families nails. Great video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@NakitaCherie]

I was sad when I googled what nail techs make but now I’m back to wanting to peruse my dream 😂

[@lenishatravis463]

Same! I was disappointed but I’m glad to be in nail tech school now after watching

[@e1culb]

So happy I'm learning to do my own nails! I'm saving a bundle!

[@jenn8071]

I love this videos! Gives me so much motivation!! 😭 it’s just so hard working full time , being a single mom and not having so much time with me having to work because bills! But this definitely gave me a push! Go hard or go home 😭

[@akaHobbs]

yes! we can do it!

[@zhangziyi1353]

I start following you guys. Thank you for sharing! I'm planning to become a nail tech and start my own business when I get some clients.

[@SusanIvanova2257]

🎶it cost that much cause it takes me f-ing hours 🎶It cost that much cause I don't have super powers 🎶You need to pay for my skills cause exposure doesn't pay the bills 🎶 It cost that much cause it takes me f-ing hours

[@operachef1]

It cost that much because you have to pay for the materials!!! That alone...

[@tinab7791]

I shared the link so I'm rewatching this, and I'm reminded of back when I first started getting my nails done in the mid-90s. A set with tips, not sculpted, was $40. My fills were $25. Absolutely shocked that there are people still charging that low but I know they exist!

[@pennydickinson3258]

I completely agree with you guys in that you cannot under value your services. In 1991 when I was first licensed a full set cost about $25-30. Some salons today still charge that and you never want to compete with that. It pisses my off to see on some videos where people will say I can only charge "this much" for this service in my area. BS!! You charge your worth and as you get faster and better you charge more and can do more services in a day. How many jobs out there can someone charge what they want and get the raises they want, by applying themselves more? We have a great opportunity for an excellent income with a nail license! Thank you for putting these videos out there so techs can see if they are undervaluing themselves by low prices!!

[@brokepoetess]

Mind. Blown. I enjoy doing nail my nails and I am just learning....but if I could master this and do this....it would be life changing! I am a single parent working part time min wage gigs around my kid's schedule. This motivates me so much. I just feel overwhelmed and without direction. I'm all over. Is the best thing to go to a school instead of self learning? Also, off topic, what is your facial routine Tracey?! Your face is always glowing! Gorgeous.

[@youngnailsinc]

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[@lourdessanchez2536]

I love that you guys have this segment I was ordering products I was doing my research and my mental was already thinking of these subjects grateful for this thank you.

[@Poppi_Weasel]

Saw ur products in my fav nail supply spot yesterday! 🤩🤩

[@danyeljohnson3199]

Took about 4 years off from doing nails for financial reasons but I’m starting back up and your videos have really been motivating me and pushing my butt to perfect my craft and do what I love to do since I was a little girl.. thank you for the videos ❤️💕

[@lizbethgarcia6369]

I did the same! 4 Years off because military life having us move every year was to crazy to keep my career. now that we're stable in a home and will be here for a few years im starting up all over again. Its hard but it makes me happy!

[@neftalid.8501]

"I'm already at the finish line "🤣🤣 I love that energy

[@sweetstkissez22]

I’m taking a leap and leaving my day job while I can. I am going to nail school in a month. It’s been my dream since I was 8. My initial goal is to hit 55K. I’m so excited. I can’t wait to see what my future holds.

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Every nail tech should watch this

[@lanenadrz]

Here in my area the average is about 70 for a regular full set, I just finished nail school studying to take the license exam after the 15th and I am currently thinking of charging 55 for a basic set about medium length max and depending on what they get charge more bc in my area they do all the crazy designs with the long nails. I am going to keep my current job and only work nails Saturdays and Friday nights and when I have 5 clients I will be lowering my days at work so that I have balance and I am not stressing out about the money situation. But I invested a lot into this and 30-40 dollars is setting myself short and i know it’s hard to increase your prices if you have set them really low

[@jamiewagner1981]

Dude! Good luck on your board! You got this!!

[@jocelynsmyth6604]

$40 is pretty normal in Toronto... but it's $40 and UP, that's the key. I hope to start learning acrylic as soon as we move, so I can eventually quit and do nails as a career. That's the dream anyway

[@CWalthallBrand]

I want a feminine, artistic, well paying job and I’ve been doing gel nails on myself for the past yr. I get compliments all the time and am thinking about going to school to be a tech but getting up and personal and thinking about doing other peoples nails scares me lol

[@rgarc197]

I’m excited about this conversation

[@nevakear4834]

I'm not employed yet. I'm still going to school. I Googled how much the average nail tech can earn. It's about $15.00 an hour $25,000 a year. I'd like to make at least that much money.

[@sheila7909]

Thanks for doing this and being Transparent👌♥️ "couse your like a machine working 3 days" 😂 😂

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Don't forget your taxes, and save receipts for all your products.

[@haleyjohnson2394]

That's IF all your clients show and you never vacation or are sick etc

[@delaraghadirimoghaddam8613]

Wow I was shocked when she said she'll do a fill in almost 40 minutes (in another wording with the math behind it), I do Russian technique and it's impossible to do a fill in that time and keep quality. I take almost hour and half and can't charge 3 times you charge. I'm a perfectionist and can't sacrifice any detail in the process so couldn't cut the time so far...

[@youngnailsinc]

Thanks for the feedback. Everyone has a different process of doing services that work best for them. We have a great playlist of videos showing service start to finish, check it out.😊 kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v0p9T9BWpV7V-USnMwIFmqN

[@evipetrako5653]

I m so envie...in Greece for a full set of acrylics and glitter and nail art maximum you can charge 40euros....for full manicure and gel polish maximum 20euros and the clients never are happy with the prices...they always looking for cheaper...if a salon make 20.000 per year ,they throw a part....our lows don t allow to rent a booth in a salon and many technician work at their home with half prices....one in my area charges for set of gels 15euros,8e for gel polish manicure and mani pedi compined 15e....that numbers you are talking about are dreans for the most of us(sorry for my bad English)...

[@londontiptonreacts]

Me already knowing this is going to make me feel bad because of what I actually make

[@Shadowfly325]

Hey 👋🏾 I luv ur vids. 💓 can u make a video on dealing with hand cramps/pains and stiffness? I don't think I would be able to make this a job NC my hands cramp 2 much...plus I'm a hobbyist right now

[@youngnailsinc]

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[@leoleezzbby]

Thank you for this. I have been a licensed nail tech for about to be 2 years now but I am so scared to take the leap and take it on full time. I want to stop working my 9-5 but I am scared that I won't make enough to support my family with just nails . Firstly ... I take about 4-5 hours doing a full set and most of my current clients are mostly family and friends .. I don't seem to get much from them other than the experience and sometimes a tip more say. Any tips or advice on what to do when it comes to family members and close friends ?

[@Kc-wn1is]

I know this is an older comment but I hope you got more clients in the past three months!! I’d recommend getting a practice hand to work on so you can get a little faster, and you can also create press ons that way to sell on depop, Etsy, etc for passive income. Also if your family isn’t gonna pay, the least they can do is boost you on their social media and pushing paying clients to you!!

[@catpride1323]

@@Kc-wn1is That was great advice you gave here :)

[@youngnailsinc]

Quitting your full time job can definitely be scary, but it can also give you the opportunity to focus on your nail career, if that's the direction you want to move in. If you are nervous about going right to full time at a salon, check around to salons and see if there’s a salon that will allow you to work part time/evenings/weekends to start building your clientele so you can gradually transition. We always teach that you have to learn the basics and procedures before you can learn speed. Working in a salon where you will build a clientele, you will be repeating the procedures over and over and that's where your speed will get better. Also, when working on family and friends, it tends to be more of a social experience rather than "working," so we tend to take more time to chat and socialize rather than focus on doing the nails. This could be part of why it's taking 4-5 hours. If you have a licensed home salon, make sure to talk with your family/friends so they know that you aren't just doing this as a hobby, you are doing it as a career and let them know what your prices are. If you are just practicing or do not have a licensed salon, be cautious of accepting payment for services as this may go against your state laws/rules.

[@neftalid.8501]

I work at a salon and do 9 services a day ...that's on my schedule tm lol but I only get paid 13$ 5% commission 100% tips are mine I'm a new nail tech

[@Cashious]

How would you determine what is considered medium vs long vs xL when charging for length as well as the price increments for them? Also, would an almondetto be considered custom shaping like stiletto and coffin or is it base price like almond, just longer?

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Anything other than short square is an upcharge. Most charge $15 extra for shape, anything other than square.

[@Monietheseamonster]

There are pic on IG that some other techs have used a fake finger to show you. Whats your IG? I can forward to you to give you a guide that might be helpful.

[@Cashious]

@@Tata-iu3fy Thanks for answering. Do you think what is considered “long” is the same on different nail beds though? And have you found that many people charge differently for anything other than XL? I’m still figuring out how I should price my services and I keep questioning what I have up as a newbie. I know the young nails team have said that the free edge should ideally be like 49% of the nail enhancement but would that be considered medium or long? I think I remember Tracey saying she only charged for custom shaping but all lengths are the same price aside from XL. So I suppose I should charge a base price I’m comfortable with for a long set? Any input is appreciated, thanks 😊

[@Cashious]

@@Monietheseamonster thanks! Anything would be helpful although I have seen a couple of those already. What trips me up a bit is that what I have seen looks pretty different length wise comparatively and they don’t help with pricing. I have nail forms with different numbers so it’s not like there is a standard to indicate what is long vs xl to potential clients aside from my word or opinion I guess. I’d appreciate anything you think will help 😃 IG: sugarchrisssnails

[@youngnailsinc]

You can determine what works for you and how you want to price your work, but generally building the nail to the 1st/2nd line on the form would be a short/active length, 3-4th medium, 5-6th long, anything after that, XL. You could charge an additional $5-10 for each additional length. For example, for a medium length you could charge $5 extra, for long, $10, XL $15. As for custom shaping, we generally say anything other than a traditional square nail can be considered custom as these shapes tend to take a little more time.

[@Yamileth_Nails]

How can I charge minimum $50 for nails set in a small town with a lot of Asian Salons and a lot of people doing nails without license for $15-25 dollars a nails set!? I will start my Nails School and I want to do the things right. I don't know how people can make income with those prices. I live in Tucson Arizona. Please advices.

[@8victoryinjesus]

I'm in the same situation where I live. $25 a set is the going rate, so it would be impossible to get new clients charging more. Plus we have to pay the same amount for products as the higher paying states do. Personally I am giving to every new client one free service to get them in the door. Once I am fully booked, I will probably raise my prices slowly and see how that goes over. I think if the clients are happy enough with the quality of the service, they shouldn't mind paying a few extra dollars to have that. I have also made sure that I have things to offer that no one else in town has, to hopefully stand out. It is super hard working with this kind of competitors, but I still think it's doable. I obviously will probably never be able to charge $80 per set, because the cost of living is so much different than California, but I'm okay with that. Even though it really stinks.

[@youngnailsinc]

In the nail industry as in any industry, there are different levels of businesses and different ways of doing business. Walk in salons provide a different service and price point, but they are not for every client. If you are going to be working at a salon that is by appointment only or a higher price point, you will attract the clients that are looking for that type of experience. Here's a great video that may give you a little more insight and not look at these salons as competition, but as a different part of the industry. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipObgIesh7CYjJYsi=6HpaFTYia-uoBTJw

[@ModernPioneerHomesteader]

For someone just starting still charge 50-60? BTW I live in Po dunk Central FL.

[@Naranara_23]

i really love your videos. so much useful info and most importantly it gave me so much motivation because i have no idea how to start my business. it is my big wish to have my own nail business. so thank you guys 💖💖💖 and i have a question about how much an owner should pay for the nail tech or workers in the salon. i mean usually gave them 50% price of each work?

[@youngnailsinc]

This is something you would need to figure out as to what is best for you/your company as well as for the nail techs. Many salons vary anywhere from a 30/70% split to a 60/40 or 50/50. What you pay may also depend on what you supply for the tech to use. If you supply everything, you may pay them a lower percentage but if they supply everything, that lowers your expenses, so you can pay them a higher percentage. We would recommend consulting with a financial advisor if you are able as they may be able to give you more specific information based on your business.

[@jadalong9587]

I’m a nail technician in a salon working on commission. I do mostly regular and gel manicures and regular and gel pedicures. About 2 or 3 times a week, I’m doing acrylic or hard gel. Regular Manicures are $18, Regular Pedicures are $25, Gel Manicures are $32, Gel Pedicures are $43. Full sets of acrylic are $55 and full set of hard gel are $65. I make 50% in commission and because the prices are higher than average for a manicure in Miami (which is where I live), I make on average $1,200 every two weeks, which is our pay period. And that’s me only making half the money off services. Imagine if I got all of it.

[@marz8084]

How many hours are you working per week?

[@jadalong9587]

@@marz8084 45 hours hours a week. Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm (Wed and Thurs are my days off) and Sun 10am-5pm. These are in Eastern Standard Time since I live in Miami, FL. Starting next Monday though, my schedule is gonna be different since i’m starting my senior year of college. So im gonna be off for 4 days and working 3, which is gonna throw off my income, but I have to do what I gotta do lol. I’m also the only person (for now) that does acrylic on Saturdays and Sundays, which helps a lot.

[@ArtofBeauti]

Open your own place whether you rent a little space or in your home and definitely do a lot on instagram. You will gain clients that way and get to keep all your money.

[@andreakurjata8599]

Would you charge a different price for a fill at 2wks vs a fil at 4+wks?

[@juleimy-gf9gg]

Yes lol I would charge them a full set price. That’s no longer a filling. & if they changing color & design that’s no longer a filling that’s a removal & a full set.

[@youngnailsinc]

Yes, at 4 weeks it would be a rebalance instead of a fill which is more of a cost and more product used. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKrIaGljhc6pq7M

[@BabyxBandit]

Sigh. I wanted to do nails as a side thing for the time being, ordered my stuff because I been so excited to try YoungNails, but I haven't gotten my items from the last sale yet because they were shipped to the wrong place and I haven't heard back from you guys yet about it.😩😪😪😪😪

[@youngnailsinc]

we are sorry for the delay. customer service gets many emails but they are working as quickly as possible to get back to everyone. thank you for your patience!

[@BabyxBandit]

@@youngnailsinc Thanks! They got back to me and now I have to work from another angle. This is all happening in the US and I have to try what I can from Barbados.😂😂 But thanks very much for the response.🙌🏾

[@sierrakamroyeva6916]

So, if we’re just starting out, should we be charging the $40 then, on average, per service?? Or is it alright if we charge $50-$60, on average, per service, just getting out of nail school??

[@youngnailsinc]

Check out this playlist, let us know if it helps: kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v28NPUu8SDeKm3j05IB1FxQ

[@piperjaycie]

Can you guys please do an episode on what people should be charging for press on nails? Sometimes people think they should be super cheap because they haven’t had to sit in a chair while the nails are being done or because large companies that mass produce something of various levels of quality don’t charge very much.

[@youngnailsinc]

Check out these videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHScap-kpLJpnqs kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y32yqaivrL1sr7c

[@formersupermodel848]

Maybe you had this episode, but how many hundreds of clients do we need? I feel I always need new because of budgets, death, moving out of area... I did raise my prices high, so they come less, leaving room for more people.

[@youngnailsinc]

what constitutes a full clientele is different for everyone. It depends on how much you want to be making and then breaking it down by week and figuring out how many services you need to do to make that amount and how many days you want to be working.

[@binchpuddin]

I know this is an old video, but any suggestion on what commission workers can do to make this kind of income? I make somewhere around the high end mentioned here, we charge pretty high prices, but my employer takes 55% at the end of the day. So my gross income was $30k instead of about double. There is no booth renting in New Jersey. A video aimed for us (maybe there is one somewhere) would be great!

[@youngnailsinc]

We would first recommend checking with your local state board as it looks like New Jersey does have the option of renting a suite, which is slightly different from renting a booth in a salon, but this does allow for a practitioner to have their own business and charge their own prices without having commission based income. However, if this isn't an option for you, you may want to have a conversation with your salon owner and re-negotiate your commission percentage. Some salons will re-negotiate after a certain time period or even create a sliding scale commission, depending on the amount of business you bring in. You can also work with your salon owner on other options to add to your income. For example, some salons will pay a commission on products sold, referrals, etc.

[@camarinzanger2043]

Tracy, do you have a salon with nail techs that work for you and a manager that runs the operations of the business? I am asking because my end goal is to eventually not have to manage the business every single day. Am I on the right train of thought or am I in over my head thinking I won’t eventually be able to have others manage the salon for me?

[@youngnailsinc]

I don’t have a salon anymore. Not that it can’t be good management but that’s really hard to find. For me.. to run a successful salon it requires the owner to be involved on pretty much a daily basis. Not that it can’t be done but the saying is really true of when the cats away the mice will play.

[@therealariahb]

The shops where I live want $250-$300 a week for a chair . It’s ridiculous I’ll just do it in my house

[@youngnailsinc]

Very understandable! Just make sure to check with your local state board of cosmetology about the rules and regulations regarding in-home salons.

[@Poppi_Weasel]

I'm so concerned about How Much You SPEND on supplies, tools, health insurance, tax filing, fees, continuing education, did i mention booth rent expectations/rates? 😊🤩 Have you covered this yet?

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you for the suggestion, we will let the team know.

[@Doug778]

i spent 400 hrs in nail school , they provided me only 3 whole clients that whole time, there were 6 of us and some girls only had family members to practice on. i dont know enough people to practice on and doll hand practice is not good enough experience. now i have no confidence to work in a salon, what do you suggest?

[@youngnailsinc]

A great way to get some practice in and get free hand models is to ask people which jobs where they interact with many people, bank teller, hairdresser, bartender, and ask if you can put a set of nails on them in exchange for them telling people where they got them done when asked. Make sure when you ask them though they you let them know it’s a one time free set.

[@kristina4395]

6 clients a day, 5 days a week is for most techs fully booked

[@8victoryinjesus]

I have asked this question on a previous video, but didn't get a reply. What about towns where every nail salon in town is only charging $25 for a set and $20 for a fill? How are you going to charge more than twice that much and still get any clients. Also we have to pay the same amount for products as people making $70 plus per set. I just need some pointers when you are in this situation. And I can't afford to move to a higher paying state.

[@8victoryinjesus]

@K C I understand about the skill part, but if you live in a poorer part of the country, and can't afford to move, you could be the most talented nail tech alive, but if no one can afford you, then you might as well look for another means of employment. I have a decent clientele built up, but I can't charge double or triple what all the other shops do in my community and not expect the clients to go elsewhere. Yes, they love my work, but at the end of the day they have to feed their families before getting their nails done. I do charge a little more than the others now, but no where near the prices I have heard from this company. No where in my state charges these prices. I do buy YN products because I like them, just needing some real advice. Like I said, no matter what your skill level is, people have to be able to afford you.

[@youngnailsinc]

It is important to be aware of what the local economy is like so you don't price your services so far above and beyond what is affordable in your area. However, you also need to price your services so you can cover all of your expenses and still generate enough income to support yourself or your family. If you already have a good, steady clientele built, you definitely don't want to instantly double your prices, but raising your prices $5 generally isn't going to cause you to lose clients. There is always the possibility of losing a couple, but keep in mind that the amount you raised your prices will cover the clients you lost. Prices for most services and goods have been increasing in the current economy and if you don't increase your prices as well, it is almost like taking a pay cut. If you don't feel comfortable increasing your base prices, consider raising your art prices. These are an optional add on for your clients, so they can decide what is in their budget and you will increase your income.

[@ashleyc8373]

Do you have to have a license to just practice and when starting out?

[@youngnailsinc]

We recommend checking with your local state board as every state may be different. However, most states require a license if you are being paid for the services, whether you are practicing or a new tech.

[@nweletestimony4061]

Am in Nigeria I don’t really know how to explain how much we take for a set of nails we I know it’s not up to $20

[@steph1co]

I'm curious to know what nail techs typically do about getting medical insurance if they are freelance as well as Worker comp benefits. Especially Givin that nail techs are risk of developing carpal tunnel.

[@xiomarajuerling1598]

I’ve been doing nails for almost a year I developed tendinitis which is curable and preventable but I bought my own insured through the state I guess like it’s called marketplace I think. And I chose one that best fit my lifestyle so like I made sure it had chiropractic care and physical therapy copays and coverage!

[@avantibogle1822]

My plan is to just add myself to my husband’s insurance plan through his job whenever I do decide to do nails full time

[@SuperDisneyfreak1]

Question: have you already talked about or will you talk about tax write-offs as a nail tech? I ask this because I would like to know what a nail technician can write off on their taxes so that money can go back towards the business. Also, is a uniform necessary as a nail tech?

[@youngnailsinc]

Most things you purchase specifically for your business may be able to be written off. With this said, we recommend consulting with a tax professional to determine exactly what you can and can't write off. As for a uniform, that really is a personal preference for you or your salon owner.

[@stephaniegalinis713]

You guys are in California and very high end just like new York the average price for a set of acrylics by me is 30-45 and maybe one salon charges 50 if I charge more people will just go somewhere cheaper and you're also talking about working for yourself how about working for someone else in a salon

[@thebuttermilkgirlisback]

I feel like I live in a place where people only get their nails done for special occasions. I’m on my second year of doing nails. I charge by nail length and I started out at $20 and up with $15 deposit. People still weren’t coming to me, family included. Though I did take hours, but I’m starting out. I was expecting to make more money from the nail art. Now, I’ve gotten more speed and finish in less hours, but I still need to cut down a regular set by one hour at least. But my nails are nice and I do them better than most salons, but I can’t get clients. Only sporadically. And it’s usually for an occasion. I just think I have to relocate but I didn’t want to move to another state. I wanted to make my state a place where people appreciate the art of nails and not afraid to spend on them. But I don’t know… Bunch of cheapskates…

[@daydraangelic2724]

You can use law of assumption and build your business (affirmation)i am the best nail tech,my clients thinks I am the best nailtech ever,I always get good paying clients regularly,my clients respect me and my services,my business is booming, etc.keep saying it and believe you are the best,I thank god for young nails I watch this channel and practice everything they teach I’ve learned so much from them than I did at the two school I went to I’m in 17 yrs and still need guidance.

[@akgg9738]

I literally charge 25 to 45 bucks or even 20 but that’s only because I’m a beginner and scared to charge more I want to make sure I’m doing a good job first 🥺

[@deleonaaa9276]

Same here!! I feel like I do a good job but the work is not ready for a raise yet!! With in time though

[@anettedesire8824]

I don't know I just feel like the censes data on how much a nail tech salary can be and it say $35,000 a year? To me is a lie. It's like they're hiding something they don't want people to know how much nail techs can really earn a year which is way more than 35 Grand a year.

[@nanasworld3676]

omg this video made me realize how low i charge😳. i charge $15 per gel set… but im a beginner so idk

[@xiomarajuerling1598]

Look at the prices at the lowest rated nail salon and highest nail salon in your area for gel polish find them average and get to that price!

[@nanasworld3676]

@@xiomarajuerling1598 thank you, will do❤️

[@Arleana885]

can you guys do a pod cast on mobile nail tech prices?

[@youngnailsinc]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJmwq2SEbdeWobM

[@softsnow7045]

This is the thing I want to know how do u know how to change? I know to change 5 dollars for glitter but what about the rest like how much for the acrylic alone or for design that depend on how much design work is on the nail?But then how do u come up with a reasonable price? I’m so lost with pricing.

[@xiomarajuerling1598]

I’d say look at the pricing at salons in your area and you should be at that price or above. You can also charge based on timing, so if your slow at designs you can charge per 15 min or something like that as well!

[@youngnailsinc]

Check out our pricing playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v28NPUu8SDeKm3j05IB1FxQ

[@lontrese]

How the hell did you do 15 clients a day ? Like that’s working 15 hours AT LEAST,

[@youngnailsinc]

Depending on the set, Tracey topically can do full sets in an hour and fills in 30 mins. Once you get a set clientele a lot of the work you are doing is maintenance (fills) instead of full sets. Check out our real time playlist to see Tracey’s timing for different types of services: kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v0p9T9BWpV7V-USnMwIFmqN

[@tramae3]

It takes me 3hrs to do one client 😐😬🙄🥺😭🤦🏾‍♀️

[@endijohnson5863]

Because a lot of them work from home without a license

[@maggiealena]

Thi is low balling it, but if you don't do everything right and you have holes in you business you will not make it. It is to competitive to make mistakes. Yiu drop the ball in your skill set or business setup, you cut out uncle Sam. Your cutting corners you should never try cutting because if it comes back at you can ruine your life forever. If you have the skill set and it stands apart from everyone else. Good nail art is in demand. If you can't do art. You will limit you potential to succeed.

[@miriamart9712]

Do you think nail techs are facing a challenge now with people doing their own nails?

[@JilliesNails]

As a person who is not a tech, but does my own nails…no. Most of the people who are not pros in nail art groups flat out tell you that they started doing their own because they were sick of bad techs in the area. The thing is, if we’re willing to invest the money for the hobby, we likely wouldn’t go to a tech anyway.

[@youngnailsinc]

There will always be people that want to do their own nails, but it is your experience & skill that will keep your clients from doing their own nails.

[@susyjimenez7963]

The more we talk of income the more we become

[@luxbeauty4952]

Does 5000 a set even exist? What are you guys talking about

[@paLeevang]

The question is are these number real?

[@youngnailsinc]

They are, but a lot of pricing like this depending on location, what services are offered, experience, etc. Check out our pricing playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v28NPUu8SDeKm3j05IB1FxQ

[@anglepie100]

How are you letting someone pay you what they want? That’s scary!

[@ashleyc8373]

I appreciate these videos, but please stop rambling and try to stay on topic. This was so unfocused.

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you for the feedback, we will let the team know.

[@LokiitaLiinda014]

Wowww, so inspiring thank you so much for your teaching you give me the confidence I lack. I’ve been doing nails for a year and my nail work has improved ALOT . About time to raise my prices, thank you!!! IG: BERMARYSSTUDIO