Nail Tech goes to Worst Rated Nail Salon to have EXTENSIONS * Omg

[@rachellovesyarn9106]

I know it wasn't healthy for your hand, but this was actually a very helpful video, especially at the end where you show the issues with the shape and structure. When watching your videos to learn, it's great to see all of your perfectly structured sets, but seeing sets that are NOT perfect is a great comparison to see what NOT to do. Thank you for being so thorough!

[@aimeekrieg9932]

Did the acrylic smell strong? Rumor is, they use MMA...

[@SusanIvanova2257]

Yes, I also really love it when Tatyana Bugry does nails on someone who came in from a different nail tech. She's not unfairly bashing them or anything, just goes through all the issues she sees and explains why they're an issue. It's so helpful when experienced nail techs do this!

[@aimeekrieg9932]

This is what most of the salons are like for us here in USA Anastasia. (Unless privately owned). So the dust, the endless drill, no sanitation...all normal to us to see

[@lauracouture3394]

Well said. Definitely helpful

[@annaxefta587]

what?? wow. it's not that serious lol.

[@izumiruki]

Living in Japan, I don't think the "worst" nail salon actually exists here. Everything is held to a very high standard, even the cheaper places.

[@Nailcou]

Wow, I’m intrigued, need to come visit

[@avril6922]

If possible I want to be a manicurist there, in general I like the nail fashion over there.

[@Bebedollie]

They perfectionists that's why lol 😆

[@84rinne_moo]

Yes I went to Japanese nail tech and they were so nice (even tho I don’t speak Japanese fluently) and did nice work on my nails!

[@jaciw]

That’s one part of their culture that I’ve always been intrigued by

[@DrGiantG]

Considering she basically used a broom to apply that acrylic it looks pretty good 🤷🏼‍♀️😂

[@yaybmo5155]

You are a class act! Even your "roast" of the worst nail salon is all helpful constructive criticism and you called out what was done correctly. You also gave a tip knowing your nails would probably only last 2 days!

[@LoneRodeoJones]

she literally is the perfect person to hire for reviews !! lol

[@Dtroz89]

Thanks for sharing! Some people will find this video offensive or shaming but I think your approach was very constructive, especially because your are educating us (customers) in good practices and how a professional service/work should be. If we as customers raise the bar the salons will be motivated to improve as well. 😊

[@marysmith3057]

I think this is an important video because for people who don't know what to look for, this is a good walk through. Especially people who think this is normal, for them to understand this is not normal or good.

[@Emily-ye1qy]

This isn’t shocking… I’ve never had a nail tech actually do my cuticles and have a hygienic work station. Last time I got acrylic, the tech used a spare nail tip to pry off the old nails. It hurt. I was bleeding. Didn’t matter to him. I only do my own nails now because of KZbinrs like you that show us the standard we should expect

[@marielanders4806]

Same here girl! They blamed me for the nails breaking and that's why they had to take it completely off. Didn't care if I was bleeding either. Would charge extra to fix the broken nails that they weren't responsible for. I shouldn't have dealt with nail salons for as long as I did. I'm lucky none of my nails were not permanently damaged. It is also thanks to Anastasia and other KZbinrs who taught me how they should be done. I am so grateful because they saved my nails! 😁❤

[@norasnails5]

That happened to me once.. I went to the salon to get a refill, this was going to be my first refill on this set and then she just starting taking off my nails with a cuticle pusher .. I didn't have any bleeding but it hurt so much , I told her , she was like "thats ok, that's totally normal but its faster this way".. I didn't let her finish and asked for a different nail tech. Yea she got so angry but it hurt so much that I didn't care.

[@Emily-ye1qy]

@@norasnails5 YES! they told me its okay if it hurts because it's faster

[@norasnails5]

@@Emily-ye1qy it is definitely not ok! I know that now that I do nails.. yes we want to have pretty hands but not over pain ..

[@ella_cinder4361]

These are salons owned by people who don't care if the tech is licensed. I heard some horror stories when I took my course. Check your local guidelines and rules for whether its a requirement for a nail tech in your city/town/county/province/state, to be licensed. Different requirements depending on where you live. Ask questions!! Where they took their course, what kind and brand of product they use. Acrylic: OPI, glitterbells, etc (EMA monomer only) Gel: en Vogue, light elegance, etc Polygel, hybrid gel, acrygel: madam glam, Naio, Suzy's (nail career education). Be careful.

[@angelaabsolutely013]

Having continuous bad experiences is what inspired me to learn acrylic nail application. It's been about three years since I last went to a salon for my nails and I can't imagine going back. Your channel helped make this possible. Thank you so much!

[@apunandco]

Me too!

[@jennifersjourney401]

Chop shops 🤢 I had a client yesterday said she appreciated that I took my time. She had always gone to places that did her pedi and mani at the same time. She's said she could never relax.

[@anathema2325]

Lol I'd bring cake for them everytime if I could get that service.

[@Anon_E_Muss]

The first time that happened to me I was really unhappy because I definitely couldn't relax. I did not say anything, but now I definitely will never book a manicure and a pedicure on the same day again.

[@aimeekrieg9932]

They always so rushed, no matter what they do!! Now they drill off the gel polish!!!,

[@Megan-cd6sh]

Anastasia, I absolutely adore you. As an American, honesty is often seen as cruelty. When, in fact, it is just honesty. It is something that really bothers me, how we are all expected to keep our mouths shut unless we have "something nice to say". I believe that people should be as honest as possible while still being as kind as possible. You did an excellent job of being totally honest and still remaining tactful, and anyone who finds your honesty problematic probably has some truths about themselves that they would rather not face. And as always, you have provided excellent education in this video. And good for you for doing this! Lots of people would have lost that bet and lied about it!

[@Nailcou]

Thanks so much ! ❤️

[@MichellesBaby]

This is the reason I decided to learn how to do my own nails. Most salons in my area are horrible. They don’t do any cuticle care and they barely prep the nails. It’s a money grab so you will come back and spend more.

[@goombapizza6335]

Same, no one touches my nails OR my hair but me. Salons always ruin them, probably on purpose like you said.

[@Isitmorningalready2]

That’s exactly what im doing now- learning to do my own nails . Im tired of getting nicked, thin nails, etc

[@saragates2255]

LOVE the constructive criticism and your dignified delivery! Ty for taking one for the team to educate us on the importance of so many factors! You are so appreciated💕

[@deeh5126]

Loving the accountability you have for yourself! And a respectful critique of the service. Such a great example to set for your viewers.

[@sugarshoes78]

It’s amazing .. these are the standard for nail salons in North America and it’s really impressive how the experience is the same no matter where you go. Vietnamese owners have brought so much to the nail industry growth and exposure.. but it’s really astounding at how common place their bad habits are too.. like the crooked nail .. you learn very quickly as a client to not bother complaining.. you’re just told “that’s just how your nail grows”

[@kelseahamilton9160]

Great video! My educator in my nail tech school right now is always making sure tips and forms fit from sidewall to sidewall and making sure we have that margin clear around the nail so we don’t get lifting. It’s nail tech basics!! That brush is HUGE! I use an 8 and that thing looks big enough to paint my walls haha

[@ladypseudo6096]

When I went out to get my nails done, one time my normal nail tech (She was the sweetest person in the world, and while she wasn't perfect at the job, it gave me the chance to practice on correcting any mistakes she made.) wasn't available, and they gave me another and assured me she was lovely. Well, she was lovely. But she barely spoke, she did a decent enough job but ultimately, she was so paranoid over getting too close to my cuticle that she actually made my nails look like they were already outgrown by a week. :( I'm so glad for channels like this, that helped me learn how to do my own nails. Much as I miss my old nail tech, my fear of other people got so strong I simply couldn't go out anymore. It does make me feel accomplished when I look at a set that I've done for myself, and see the improvement I make every month.

[@gabinat]

$60 for one hand. That’s not cheap!

[@lisamcgrath9314]

$60 is far out of my price range maybe $20 is better

[@hannahpotato3722]

I wonder if they charged her as if it would’ve been a full set . I refuse to believe both hands would total $120 🥲

[@cecilialopez1001]

Yo that’s crazy

[@Vee_Hobbys]

Thinking the same thing! 🤔😣

[@ItzzCrystal]

@@lisamcgrath9314 $20?? Your not gonna get both hands for $20 even if you do it yourself 😂

[@mclala2421]

Not surprised... This is the typical nail salon process on how they do nails in America. I've stopped getting my nails done for years now because it seemed I could never get quality and clean service.

[@alwaystakemarktwainsadvice4269]

I don’t know about typical. I’ve never seen anything like this, and I live in a town in Nebraska, with multiple nail salons. Maybe in a larger city where they can sneak by.

[@Allisonnnnnx]

I go to a wonderful lady who does at home nail service. Always clean and she is always prepped when I arrive. Takes good cares of my nails too. I never go to salons anymore 😭

[@Jpopnails]

This happened for a reason I believe 💜 this is definitely informative and very educational for those that are not educated on the way these fast salons work! I love how you showed everything that was wrong!

[@mmespaillat]

Very professional, classy review! I liked that you pointed out the good and bad and did not trash them like other videos Ive seen. Some things you pointed out are reasons I dont go to nail salons but I guess they must be in huge pressure to get a lot of clients in for a short period of time and probably comes from the management. Thanks for sharing!

[@floofytailz]

I saw your Instagram stories about this! I like the way you approach this, it’s more structured and informative then others who made similar videos.

[@allisonharranmua8193]

I'm severely allergic to acrylic. I found out the hard way. I'm so glad you spoke about the potential for allergic reaction. Most nail techs don't even mention it.

[@Hortonscakes]

Thank you! I have nail tech that does amazing work, sometimes I can't see her due to different schedules. There are a few nail salons near me that are 1 or 2 stars rating. I started doing my own nails because of you and I use your techniques. My nails look really good, better than the nail tech you went to! Happy Sunday! Love all your videos! ❤️❤️❤️

[@herprettysets565]

By far one of the best educational videos ive ever seen , everyone who gets their nails done needs to see this

[@jennymac5382]

That acetone jar with the dirty bits did it for me...wow, this is why I do my own nails now. Great and important video, thanks Anastasia!

[@melindat5711]

It just shows how some people are not dedicated to perfecting their craft. It's understandable if they're inexperienced but one must continue to strive to perfect their handiwork. I'm sure it was a cringe-worthy experience for you. Your work is always beautiful!

[@getnails_byjen2726]

I also think they aren't allowed to care. They are under pressure to take as many clients as possible so use a large brush to slop it all on to get to the next client!

[@melindat5711]

@@getnails_byjen2726 Totally agree

[@emilyhollis4231]

Always professional and kind, Anastasia. I appreciate you finding positives to go along with the negatives. I'm sure your nail technician would, as well. ❤️

[@unepresenceambigue]

It's too bad you had to do this but also these kind of videos are super helpful for what to look out for in salons ☺️

[@beritblackie3168]

Yo sweetie, you’re one’ brave lady! Silly I know, but I found myself holding my breath as I watched the video 😂 You were incredibly graceful in your commentary & verdict of the lady & salon. 10⭐️’s to you. 😊

[@l456tatertot3]

You’re a very good teacher, your videos are informative and easy to understand. Excellent job!

[@lauriedi1]

This makes me so sad! If this tech had the correct brushes, quality/new materials, and the time to clean and do a truly professional job, it appears she has the skills to do good work. The rush- pushed, no doubt, by her management- affected every part of the process... Poor you!! Please never ever let anyone put you in a similar situation again? Your health is just too important. Be well, Anastasia! 🌺

[@insubordinatecrafts]

My first time getting my nails done was because I was helping a friend who was also working with her mom at a salon. She over-filed. We used dip that has really good reviews too. (I researched after she had done the first set.) At this salon, the manager was constantly looking at what the nail techs were doing. It was a bit annoying. And they had to do the work fast, as well. Anywho, I was under the impression that because she was still learning, she wouldn't charge me, or at least give me a discount. That didn't happen. But since she was my friend, I paid the full price. Then, when one of my nails broke, she charged me for the repair. Seeing as I thought it was my fault (Now I realize it was because the nails were thin), I paid for that as well. Then, when some of the other nails started breaking for the smallest things, I paid for the second set. The second set, one of the nails started cracking at the cuticle. I sent her a picture and she pretty much blamed me for what was happening. She asked what I had done. I told her nothing, that I was being extra careful because I was still under the impression that the first time the nails started breaking was my fault. She then ignored me for a few days. Then, she messaged me something about her birthday celebration coming up (which we had talked about before, because she'd be going to a restaurant and had invited my partner and I), and then she asked when I wanted her to re-do my nails. I didn't reply until the day of her celebration, only to tell her I wouldn't be making it because I had family visiting from out of town. Long story, but this is the reason I decided to look into doing my own nails. I still use dip without extensions once in a while because I'm not used to long nails. But, from your videos I've learned so much about nail care. Even when I use just regular nail polish on the natural nails, it lasts longer than before.

[@rachaelnarimalla]

You are so brave. This is why I do my own nails now, every salon I have tried does this quality of work. After learning from you, I can’t go back. 💖

[@chrissit7202]

I really liked that you used this as a teaching video instead of just trashing her work. I’ve been learning to do my own nails and this really helped me understand some of the things I can work on

[@leafletanon]

im so glad you made this video because this confirms I am not crazy or picky. every salon ive been to does all the cons you show here -monomer, acrylic and gel on the skin, the sidewall gaps and the crooked nails 😢

[@michelleb7911]

This has been my experience is most salons I've gone to in my area. And I always ended up being cut as well, even though they do not cuticle prep anywhere I've gone to, didn't even know that needed to be done until I decided to learn to do it on myself. And my nails are oily naturally so I've gone to salons and got a new set and literally had one fall off on my way home. So I thank you for the great job you do teaching and on your clients nails!!

[@daisymae6043]

I can always tell how smooth they are by the light reflection. Gel can get clumpy, buffing is key. Everything you said was right!

[@areason1831]

….okay so I know this experience was… a nightmare! But! Your critique of her work is very informative ❤️

[@scienceonabudget]

Thanks for the informative video! It’s because of places like this that I decided to stick to learning how to do my own nails and found your videos! The lack of sanitation is something I can’t help noticing and can’t get over when getting my nails done, along with poor ventilation in most places so the monomer smell is everywhere. Please show us how to fix the nails if possible!

[@mochs62512]

Its the worst! There is a nail salon near me that i go to, they do no acrylics, no dip, so you dont ever feel like your choking on dust in the air. Just regular polish, gel, and Dazzle Dry. It is the most clean, fresh nail salon I have ever been to. And they open a fresh pack of tools that have been sterilized in front of you (like an actual sterlized pack that has been put in an autoclave). I will never go anywhere else.

[@leighgifford4050]

I love how professional you were with explaining how things went wrong and areas to focus on when getting nails done by a nail tech. I’m a new nail tech and speed is not my concern yet because there are much more important things to focus on when a client pays big dollars for nails that should last. I love your videos and appreciate your teachings and knowledge.

[@no_one_211]

I had dozens of awful or careless low quality experiences in salons.. that on top of the extreme chemical smell, crowded parlor, and bloody mishaps have convinced me that I'm better off doing all my own nail care and sets at home. Now the only way I'll go to a salon is for a spa pedicure service while in their massage chair, and then I'll glue on whatever press on toe nails I've designed for myself. I love the freedom to change my press ons at will, reuse them, fixing a loose nail is a breeze, I can make whatever nails I want, no appointment needed, no missing side walls, no social stress or chemical overwhelm or acrylic reaction and I get way more value for my money. I'll never go back. Salon workers and owners in my opinion are a lot of the time are out to take advantage of people because their lives and finances are messy. They reek of financial desperation, regret, irritation and resentment a lot of the time in my experiences and are more concerned with hustling for fast money than for running a high quality, safe, well paid business.

[@NailsofNorway]

It is sad that so many salons seems to set a bad "standard" for completely innocent clients😔 The lack of sanitation and cleanlyness. Exposing the clients to potential health risks. The actually nice design got drowned in flooded cuticles, missing sidewalls and crooked nails!🙈 And why do I see so many salons that want their clients to "cure" the acrylic nails in an LED lamp?? 🤷‍♀️🥴You did a great job turning this experience into a teaching session Anastasia🙌 This was a really great video!😘💕

[@KateandBree]

Chop shops like this are why I am so careful about where I go. I have autoimmune disorders so I will absolutely walk out if I see files being reused, drill bits not being sanitized, dirty brushes. It’s just not good form.

[@mrs.endless9614]

In my opinion this video is very helpful. You show the different mistakes and even more important explain how to avoid them.💅

[@legbawilliams5076]

You could paint a barn with that acrylic brush. And by the looks of it, I wouldn't be surprised if she had. 🤣🤣🤣

[@BrittMFH]

I have never ever had a professional manicure, always done my own natural nails (and KZbin vids such as yours have been immensely helpful). This video confirms that I'm happy with my decision. TFS 😻 Britt

[@hausofphid3966]

I just found your channel and I'm binging your shorts and videos. You are so talented and gorgeous, and have such a pleasant voice to listen to! RIP for sacrificing your beautiful nails for this video!

[@DefyAllLogic]

I don't know that I could find a salon in my area that isn't equal or worse compared to this. Like many said, it's why I started doing my nails at home. At first for the design but eventually realized i was exposing myself to a lot of grossness. BUT I still get my pedicures at these shops because... Tips: I love that you still ripped because she still did hard work. Even if it wasn't the best work. In Massachusetts, for services that are physical and craft-based like this, I usually do 20%. And these shops almost never let you tip on the card.

[@Frosting1000]

I learn so much from your videos! The workmanship was sloppy and not safe but the dusty table especially made me cringe 😬 you were very informative and you didn’t focus too much on the spectacle. As an amateur DIY-er I hope to do better for myself as well. I used to be frustrated that I took too long to do my own nails but really, giving yourself the time to do a good job is a luxury. I still have to look out for my back and bad posture but I’m still learning 😅

[@teresedonahue3529]

She might be experienced but she’s clearly trained to be fast not good. That’s the inherent problem in these “chop shop” level nail salons in the States. They train each other not going to schools or certification courses. The cross contamination is repellent but that’s typical also. Not fair to the client but also not fair to the nail tech. Sad.

[@Stuck_on_pause]

They're all over the UK too sadly and we have even less regulation that the US. Literally anyone can start doing nails, there's no requirement for license or any qualifications.

[@teresedonahue3529]

@@Stuck_on_pause Places like that make it so hard to charge what techs should be charging for quality work. Clients like to try to negotiate because of it but demand the photoshopped work on Instagram and tictok and everything else. It used to be a good living 🤷🏻‍♀️ Sad.

[@mikalstewart954]

I'm a licensed cosmetologist but focus on nails,that's why I don't work in salons. I've worked at 3,and only 1 actually cleaned disinfected and sanitized(sanitize is optional in Texas but disinfect is mandatory). I was horrified, I didn't want to pay a fine for the salon not providing the things I needed to keep clean

[@judyh3707]

Yeah, like I get she has a job and this is it, but also... there are just some basic standards they're neglecting thats not really okay. Customers are being ripped off, honestly

[@Chocolatemilkpro]

I'm pretty sure you have to sign a waiver if they aren't certified.

[@marielanders4806]

It's thanks to you and other nail techs on KZbin who taught me what the chop shops were doing wrong. You guy's saved my nails! I'm sooooooo lucky I didn't get permanent damage done to my nails. I do my own and they are the healthiest they have ever been. Thank you Anastasia! ❤

[@RedHeadMERMAID83]

It was so helpful when you “broke down” the nail to explain why it would lift and what not to do. I’m a self taught nail artist so I really appreciate these tips! Thank you!

[@Nailcou]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RedHeadMERMAID83]

@@Nailcou I would love a nail tutorial from you. Have you made any?

[@getnails_byjen2726]

Oh! I also meant to comment/ask...that place looked classy but whoa. Just whoa on the level of filth. I actually had a new client recently say as soon as she sat down, "wow! This is the cleanest place I've ever been for nails!" I think that immediately puts the client at ease. I've always felt on edge getting my nails done at a shop. It's rushed. They sometimes are finishing someone else's set and walk away from your prep to go finish their last set. They must be under so much pressure to churn out as many clients as possible. This techs dirty nail brushes and lamp and table would have immediately made me feel uncomfortable. I have learned too that a lot of those salons use MMA monomer which I can usually recognize by the smell. To me it has a dirty smell, like socks or something whereas EMA smells sweet. To me anyway. Do you happen to know or did you notice if they used MMA? Thanks for this video. Super informative and let us know if you fixed that set or let it come off and if they lifted or broke within days!

[@justaregularperson8319]

Most salons now use EMA. Even certain EMA smell really terrible, especially the more expensive monomers like CND. Try to go buy a bottle & you’ll see what i’m talking about. You can’t really tell between EMA & MMA in this case until you soak it off.

[@q-wer-ty]

@@justaregularperson8319retention + (cnd monomer) smells pretty bad but the quality is amazinggg

[@Camposlearningjourney]

Oh. Man. I’m not even half way through and I’m getting goosebumps from the up close look. Oh lord. You are brave

[@SusanneTherese92]

This was actually super educational!! Thank you for being thorough!

[@dorajuarez3080]

very professionally done! I'm happy that you did this nail video so others can truly see the mistakes, uncleanliness, and what was done wrong. I do my own nails and my daughters because I went a few times to these fast nail salons and unfortunately they looked like yours and the last one I went to I got a really bad infection and rings of fire. I did have pain and discomfort for 2 days that I could not use hot water when needed for cleaning I had to go to the Dr. and he even told me to stop going to those places and if I wanted nail enhancements to do my homework. Well, I went to you tube and found you and others and took some classes. Don't do anyone else but so far so good! And cheaper, well except where I HAVE to buy all these new products! LOL! Thank you for the wonderful lessons plz keep them going, God Bless

[@beige_ricaforte]

I enjoy that you educate us what you could've done better 💗 I'd love more of this but I know you hated this experience so much 😂 And I love the vlog style of this video btw 💞

[@cynthiagildea-dixon314]

I'm a Novice, Self/KZbin Taught Nail Technician and being that I'm only on my 7th set of full nails, on my own hand, I have a lot to learn and this video was so informative and I actually learned so much... Thanks so much

[@amymandeville8342]

This place just made me go "ewwwwwwwwww" and reminds me of the nail place at Walmart. one if their "techs" sanded through my nail down to the bed, then wouldn't stop until she finished my nails. They refused to refund my money. I have a permanent bump in that nail now. Someone really needs to be regularly checking these places!

[@krystalfukinmarie757]

Walmart is bad in general for their beauty services. When I was younger I always had rainbow colored hair, some colors never came out as intended bcuz I couldn’t get my hair past the yellow stage with bleach and I needed it white. I didn’t know about toner back then. So I went to Walmart to have them bleach it and was very clear about needing it to be white not yellow. They were all more interested in dying their own hair than mine. They all had foils in their hair. That should’ve been my first clue to not sit in the chair, but I was 17 and naive as hell. Between rinsing their own hair and applying things to their own hair and other people coming in for a trim, I had 5 different people on my head at one point or another. Even then I explained to each one what I was doing and what I needed. Long story short I paid $150 for yellow hair, for them to do the same thing I could do myself for $20. What was supposed to be sky blue turned out mostly teal, like usual. To this day I still don’t know if any one of them heard me say anything more than "I need it bleached" bcuz they all paid more attention to their self and each other than anyone in their chair.

[@Ephesians-px4pu]

You said she “wouldn’t stop until she finished my nails”. Did she or anyone hold you down and force you to allow her to continue to ruin your nails? There is nothing wrong with getting up and walking out with out paying in the middle of a service if they are doing a bad job. It is important to stick up for yourself and speak out instead of allowing somebody to give you a bad service and then paying for that bad service. Don’t worry about anything they might say or call you-they are trying to guilt trip you out of your hard earned cash, and it’s their own insecurity, embarrassment, issue that they are doing a bad job, not yours!

[@amymandeville8342]

@@Ephesians-px4pu I wasn't worried about what they'd say to me, but I know they have called the police on people who refused to pay or just walked out.

[@ella_cinder4361]

Most of these techs are not actually qualified. If they have a basic concept of how to create a nail, that's good enough. Ask them what brand they use.... 99% chance they won't have a clue.🥴😵 If I walked into a salon that looked like that, I would have left. No question... bet or not.

[@krystalfukinmarie757]

@@ella_cinder4361 like I always say just bcuz they went to school for it doesn’t mean they learned anything, and just bcuz they’re licensed doesn’t mean they’re good at it.

[@laurasrn5067]

This was a very informative video and a good reminder why I do my own nails 😊 Thank you for sharing!!

[@nail.luvverdiy287]

Seems as tho these ladies could really benefit from watching some of your videos! Thank you for sharing and being a good quiet 🤐 client. I don’t think I could’ve been.

[@DelaneysPlace]

Ive been trying to do my nails on my own and Ive had issues with getting them to stay. This video was actually really helpful! Some of the things you mentioned at the end I think Might be why mine arnt staying on that long.

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

Been looking forward to this video ever since you had these done. The design itself looked pretty good and now I'm thinking about doing that to my own nails for my next fill lol. But those curved tips? 🤮 I can't stand them. And the missing apex and missing sidewalls... this definitely makes me feel a *LOT* better about my own shaping! Hope you're enjoying your time back in your home country 😘😘

[@Faesharlyn]

This was very helpful, thank you for taking one for the team and showing us what went wrong

[@Chocolatemilkpro]

for tipping i usually go slightly above what taxes were( in washington state its about 9-10% taxes). i tip way more than you should because i always liked being tipped more lol. Tipping really is for food/taxi/delivery workers who helped you, other services you can tip more if they did a good job. in some states they can be paid less than minimum wage because their tips make up most of their take home pay, scummy and really bad for the workers.

[@modaciouslav4792]

So then what is your standard for tipping then? 10%, or more? Tipping really is for anyone in the service industry. Although like you said some employers pay less which is total bull crap and alot pos ppl feel guilted in to tipping more than necessary

[@judyh3707]

@@modaciouslav4792 lol right, I'm trying to gage what OP considers to be a generous tip, and what "slightly more than tax" constitutes. I say 10% is a rather poor tip, 15% is a fine tip, 20% or more is a good tip. Any more than that (unless service was simply exceptional), you probably have guilt issues.

[@Chocolatemilkpro]

@@modaciouslav4792 it depends where you are. Most people I know tip 5% which is very low. I tip around 10% plus 3-5 dollars on that, usually comes to 15% and I usually tip 25% on taxi cause gas is high right now. 10% is most people's standard and is fine, plus it's up to you to tip.

[@Chocolatemilkpro]

@@judyh3707 by slightly more than tax I mean the taxes amount plus 3-5 dollars on top.

[@traceyevans215]

I always tip 15% unless it was bad service then less. I got chased by a manager from a restaurant one night when we left 10 cents. 4 of us and the waiter screwed up every order but it got worse after that. It was a highly rated and very expensive restaurant $$$$ so it was inexcusable. The manager wanted to know where his servers tip was?? 🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️ we told him the truth that he was a horrible server. I know people work hard (most often) and I reward good service. But bad service no requirements 10% is a hint things weren’t great, 15% ok service, 20% good service, 25% great service, 30% and up exceptional service. IMHO after working in a service industry for 32 years.

[@KarbonElement]

Thank you for this. I actually don’t like places that rush, because I saw all these mistakes, and instead started to learn to do them myself. Oh and I think all the nails she did look crooked.

[@84rinne_moo]

Thanks so much for your kind and informative critique! It helps me do my own nails. I had a bad service once with just soak off gel on my natural nails. I usually always do my own nails now, but at this point I was so busy with work so I decided to go to a nail salon in the city by my work where I had gone once before and gotten a nice manicure. This second time turned out to be a disaster! I had just gotten a slight crack in one nail and told the nail tech about this, I usually can fix such a crack myself. But instead of suggesting what they could do and asking me what I’d like to do about it, the nail tech began working and then clipped ALL my naturally long nails short. I was so shocked so I didn’t even say anything at the time. The nail tech was also rude kept mentioning my nails were thin and that I had to eat more protein. I said My nails have always been thin type that bend since I was young. Then they suggested that gel isn’t for me and made my nails thin. Then they said that I can’t expect the gel manicure to last too long and if it came off soon, don’t come to complain to them. I told them not only do I do gel on myself all the time, but that I got a gel manicure at their own salon before and it was nice and lasted a good while. Easy to say this nail tech was super condescending. I just wanted to leave, so I was quiet until they finished my nails. I was really unhappy since I was under so much stress from work and I had just wanted a pampering salon visit which ended up anything but! The cherry on the cake was that, not only did they clip all my long nails short without asking and were rude, the gel started lifting that same day. I had to leave a bad review because it was so awful!!

[@pianorelaxingmusics]

I live in Canada and all the nail salons are Vietnamese owned. Some ladies are talented, but most just do an average or below average job. As for the state of the salon, 99% of them are dirty, the lamps are dirty, the brushes are dirty etc. I have tried going to different types of salons that charge almost double for a mani pedi but they can barely do a basic regular manicure. So overall, we really don't have many options. I think the best places for proper manicures pedicures is if you have a Eastern European do it.

[@andreawhisenant2718]

Oh my gosh! I’m so glad I learned from the best. 😘. I loved going through your school.

[@edithkreyer6154]

So sorry I couldn’t finish to watch your video. I just can’t! Bless your heart, I don’t know how you went through that!!

[@mistet7938]

Thank you so much. I would like to go get my nails done for the first time and don't know what to look for in quality and professionalism. This video is very helpful

[@NoseyNuNu]

Omg I loved this video especially how u reviewed the nails. Even tho there were problems u were still really nice about it. Ur so sweet. 💅❤️

[@petrovandiggelen5190]

Would you consider doing this a regular thing? Not to expose the salons but to give tips on what they could've done differently?

[@Nailcou]

Hm.. that's actually a good idea. I will be traveling to different places soon, maybe I should do something like this in different countries too 🤔

[@petrovandiggelen5190]

@@Nailcou that would really be nice to see. You planning on coming to South Africa? 😀

[@roxanehoward5018]

Your video was very educational and very helpful I totally agree I'm very critical of my nails and side walls and the apex. Good video💕

[@victoriariegel9023]

I appreciate you explaining about the monomer, I have had a few allergic reactions when getting nail sets at a specific nail salon and never understood why, but avoided that place and am nervous about getting my nails done ever again

[@Bybeccaboo]

I am so obsessed with this video!!!!!!!!!!! More like it please

[@polishciousnailsstudio]

I am a nail tech from Canada living in the US. I can not work here yet but I at least can do my own nails. Now I wanted to spoil myself and get a set done in 2021 >< It looked nice from the top. But it was very badly done. $60 is a lot and I can do a better job in the same amount of time it took her to do mine. I notice that the product is very much too close to your cuticle. The brush size and just all lack of cleanliness of the supplies is so bad! Watching this was so hard lol I could feel your worry and anxiety through this video. I give you credit for being brave to try this out. I do not think I could get my nails done again unless it was by someone like you! I will just do my own nails for now. Thank you for this video!

[@hallieberry4101]

I came across your channel and I got to tell ya I enjoy watching your channel and you're very informative and a great teacher. Thank you for all you do and all your uploads. 🙏❤️👏

[@studio_onyx]

I had this idea for a video a few months ago, but my husband talked me out of it. I ended up deciding not to, for my nails health and my client's health. I would hate it if any of my client's caught a disease from me if I'd been exposed to unsanitary practices, even though I wear gloves as a nail tech. This salon looks horrendous. Did she use EMA? Or MMA? It is making my skin crawl watching her use used files. You are a brave person. I wish more people knew how bad a lot of salons are.

[@Nailcou]

Monomer was EMA, luckily 🙂

[@studio_onyx]

@@Nailcou Oh good! That is very lucky. 😊

[@norasnails5]

And that's why I decided to learn.. I've had many bad experiences with nails salon.. and OMG! They charge too much money.. I remember the last set I paid for it was almost $90 #2 nails, all purple because they didn't want to do any design, they only color your nails with gelpolish and just one color not even glitter.. and they didn't even lasts, thats when I decided to learn how to do nails.

[@-kurikarakitty-1143]

You should do the same video but at the best rated nail salon !! Give them the same design idea and compare them 🥰

[@Daizy10231023]

This is basically the standard for the nail shops, which is why we call them chop shops!

[@bloc8002]

Thank you for doing this. I do my own nails as well. I have a little bit of my side nail showing most of the time and I wasnt sure how to fix it. So again thank you.

[@stinkerbelle6595]

Thank you so much for your videos. They’re very informative. I rarely get my nails done professionally because of cost. I was married last year in June and that was the first time I had my nails professionally done. I went to a salon in Las Vegas. It was pricey, but everything appeared to be very clean. They also had some of the best reviews when I did my research. When I went back to Vegas for my anniversary I went to them. My hairdresser always keeps her salon space immaculate and I see why. That place is very dirty. Yikes 😳! However you gave very constructive feedback.

[@Tetzzy]

Oh my gosh idek what to say, how could they do the customers so wrong like that. ALSO PLEASE, I'M OBSESSED WITH YOUR EARRINGS WHERE CAN I GET THEM PLEAAASE ❤

[@Stuck_on_pause]

I would like to know about the sanitisation you observed. Most of these walk-in nail bars use the same one nail file on all their customers. I know this because before I became a nail tech I went to those places. Most of the time they are the same price as a qualified nail tech but the fact that they can give you a full set in an hour without appointment is what appeals to so many. The cleanliness though of these salons are extremely poor. Who knows what kind of skin condition or bacteria the previous customer had that the nail file was used on. I'm betting they didn't sanitise your or their own hands prior to the service either.

[@divinetimingtats4838]

“Should i take gloves wit me?? Antiseptic??” 🤣😭🤣🤣 NAH FR 🤣😭🤣

[@patricenailedit]

Anastasia you are so brave lol I really enjoyed this video and thought it could be really helpful to someone starting out doing nails or just doing their own nails for fun. I really feel like the little things get missed in a lot of the US mainstream nail salons! It's very important to know what to look for and how your nails should probably be balanced so someone doesn't hurt themselves! Great video 💖💖

[@thatswhatshesaid.literally737]

😬 If that was their most "well suited" nail tech for that level of design, (evident by how they had you change tables and go to a different tech) I'd hate to see what would have happened with the first tech! 😣

[@lisamcgrath9314]

Anastasia you got me hooked on good vibes from you and your so brave to do this

[@d.g.5468]

I have only gotten my nails done 3 times my entire life. I went to a different location each time, and each time I was cut with a dirty used nail file. They always left acrylic stuck underneath the nail and every single time at least one nail was crooked. My nails would be extremely thin, brittle, and painful after removing the acrylics.

[@jrccandleco7939]

As a fellow Nail Technician, I totally agree with your observation/ experience. God bless you for finishing the terrible service!!! 😅 Just the dirt and grime all over the place was horrible to see. But the truth is that they may be trained but lots of nail schools only teach how to pass the exams. They tend not go into details about safety, cleanliness, and soooo much more. Also, “fast paced” places like these salons are all the same. It’s about the speed and not the service. Sadly to say, they probably work only for tips. The more people the more of tips.. I’ts for sure quantity over quality..

[@susanpriem1739]

Very good learning experience for me watching this video. Thanks. I learned a lot.

[@satinswan1979]

The pink shimmer on your left hand was gorgeous! I'm a sucker for a good sparkle nail 😀. I haven't had my nails done at a shop in a very long time. I know they do a lot of nails and get quick, but they also take a lot of shortcuts to get quick. I was never happy with how the nails would turn out (too thick at the ends), and the nail beds were always over-filed. I'd rather do my own gel or acrylics and have them look potentially kinda cruddy - especially when my non-dominant hand does the dominant hand! - than go to a nail shop. It may take me hours (or days...) to get them done, but in the end I'm happier with them.

[@DufortIsa]

This is why I stopped having my nails done by anyone. I always find something wrong with it or my nails just plain hurt (I even had to take tylenol this one time it was so bad). All you mentioned in your video, I've had done to my nails or noticed in the salons I went to. Now I am trying to educate myself and finding something that I can do myself.

[@lulububu721]

Thank you for sharing your experience Anastasia 💕

[@mellinsomnia1]

I am shocked they have a license to do these services. I'd not even have paid the original bill, let alone given the tip... Horrendous.

[@KimberlyLetsGo]

I have a difficult time going into a salon that doesn't have any customers at the moment or maybe just one, and the place is dirty. I would want the employees not working to be cleaning their stations and around the salon.

[@ginocanchaser]

Thank you for your sacrifice. Looking at your left hand to compare to your right hand was really helpful. Ps. I would have loved to take your online class. Just couldn't swing it. Thank you for all you do

[@getnails_byjen2726]

I don't see any of the smokey black look! Can I ask how long your service took and what did they think about you only wanting one hand and could they tell you were filming? I LOVED this video! ❤️