What NOT To Do At The Nail Salon

[@polishedbyamy]

From some comments I'm getting, I see my sarcasm is lost on some lol. I don't care if you prefer to shave or not shave your legs. My comments were a joke about my clients who forget to shave for a while and have super prickly legs. They get embarrassed, but it's no big deal! :)

[@kiam_25]

Is gel nails, fake nails

[@Blackbirdofheaven]

Not shaving looks terrible anyway! Lol 😂

[@momfkrboss3414]

Black Bird Some people don’t like wasting plastic to shave.

[@emmawildon-tamburello7805]

@@Blackbirdofheaven in your opinion it looks horrible each to their own!! Live and let live, peace out x

[@Blackbirdofheaven]

jaeda Y’all nasty for sure

[@brookeloustel3342]

I have one to add- don't wear short skirts for your pedicures! I hate trying to make conversation with my clients and seeing their panties 😫

[@polishedbyamy]

Omg that's so true! I hate when that happens!

[@LannyNguyen]

Brooke Loustel hv few of them didn't wear panties too omg!

[@kailaadri]

Lanny Nguyen that's so gross, yikes

[@MrKiet76]

My brother in law doesn't do pedicures but he'll do those girls for sure!

[@MrKiet76]

This is by far the funniest comments I've read! Lolz...

[@almavelazquez5777]

Funny that most of these are just common courtesy, yet folks need to be reminded

[@polishedbyamy]

Thanks for watching!

[@XI_Daisy_XI]

Alma Velazquez I know, right!? I clicked bc it was on my suggested list and I noticed she was wearing the same shirt I have, lol! RHCP🌶🎶

[@1Skorpia]

I never knew any of this stuff. Dont assume everyone thar gets their nails done knows etiquette.

[@LannyNguyen]

I am a nails tech, I totally agree with you!

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you so much for watching! :)

[@UniCorn-un3kn]

@@polishedbyamy hi

[@HangNguyen-ih8rf]

2,3,4,5 yrs old getting pedi& mani. Parents think it’s cute but it’s stressful for nail tech to do their nails, and clients are not happy neither. It’s NOT cute. It’s extremely annoying and disruptive.

[@polishedbyamy]

I can see what you're saying. It's definitely difficult!

[@chicagogyrl7849]

Hang Nguyen Then they should have a minimum age that the business will take.

[@prissybell16]

Hang Nguyen my 6 yo always gets pedis and she just sits there and watches her tablet. I don't see anything wrong with well behaved children getting services done.

[@chicagogyrl7849]

Hang Nguyen Why 6 year olds need pedi is beyond me!!!

[@HangNguyen-ih8rf]

Chicago Gyrl It’s illegal to deny service base on race, age, physical condition, etc. There are plenty of people we would like to deny service to but we could get a sue case or some other troubles. What’s worst than a kid? An elderly person who have diabetes or on blood thinner. Extremely difficult and scary to work on them. I once have a teenage with tics and other mentally challenge issue who could not stay still and violently yell and jerking her hands every now and then. Still can’t deny service to them. Parents are dumb to be putting their child at such risk. I would not let any human cut my 3 yrs old nails. Accident happen.

[@americanpriness1]

My problem is finding a good nail tech at a quality nail Salon.

[@MT-uo3lq]

Why don't you do it yourself and save your money and avoid nasty infections? Or do you like fake, long nails?

[@americanpriness1]

M T no I don’t have long fake nails.

[@hoangdaitran6048]

do it yourself, save your money , i am nail technician by the way .

[@fuzzy_foxx8321]

I love having conversations with my clients but it gets annoying when they tell me their problems lol. Like i’m your nail tech, not a therapist. Do i really need to know about how you sperm donor didn’t show up to your 17th birthday or how someone dumped you? No

[@limecrimemsp3043]

But what if that bitch have been to you like 400 times? Then you must have some form connection with them

[@jasmine_1111]

Makeup By M I’m pretty sure they mean just random walk ins pouring out to you lol

[@hayleighphenis5093]

Watching this makes me feel so much better about getting my nails done because I am constantly afraid I do something wrong somehow

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@createinspain]

A lot of these issues could be largely obliterated if the person taking the appointments had a check list of things to ask - such as if the nails are already gelled or if extensions need removing. Nail techs time is valuable and they are highly trained. About time the same effort was put into training the reception staff!

[@polishedbyamy]

I totally agree with you! A client intake form when booking an appointment is a must! :)

[@kailanigriffin7970]

OMG you hit every nail on the head.

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you so much for watching girly! :)

[@gerstenkroll5398]

Ooh puns 😂

[@Erika-yi1fj]

Owww!

[@autumnspring6624]

One nail tech ignored me when I told her she was hurting me and she forced my fingers back, she made ALL my fingers bleed! Then she poured alcohol on them! It was supposed to be for my 15th birthday.

[@polishedbyamy]

Oh no! I'm sorry you had such a bad experience! I hope you've found a new nail tech that knows what they're doing now! :)

[@joywisdom6598]

I don't have my nails done any longer , majority of nail techs are unsanitary , greedy , complain , try to add on more services & trick you into it and use filthy files & unsterilized instruments ! Fact not fiction , plenty of lawsuits & news programs about this ! 😇 best to you though , I'm not saying you don't sanitize or sterilize , but the reality is many don't & that's worse than any of your complaints.

[@toboreyalaju9660]

Sorry hon. She was probably having a bad day.

[@silver9485]

Tobore Yalaju Doesn’t excuse making a person’s fingers bleed

[@vitaR86]

I agree 100% with everything you said. Especially booking removals and add ons. I work at a spa were we don't do acrylic, just gel and polish. Our biggest problem lately is when some one comes in with NexGen. And either don't say anything or book it as gel. That shit is not gel! And takes forever to remove. If I have time I'll do it, otherwise they are just getting a pedi. People just don't get how big of an inconvenience it is. Oh, and I have another one. Don't help me put your shoes on. I know how to put sandals on with out messing up your toes. Don't pick up your foot or try to spread your toes. I got this.

[@polishedbyamy]

Omg, that's totally true! I have actually had clients mess up their toenail polish because they tried to help me put their sandals on. Haha, such a mess.

[@bella_gabrielle6]

Me who always tries to put my shoes on myself. Heh heh oops

[@BrianaBrookeXO]

Literally every time I go to get my nails done the nail techs that work there are ALWAYS on their phone. They put it on speaker and talk and I think it's so rude. Which is why I am still look for a nail salon lol. I'm glad you mentioned the "cheese grater" thing, good to know!

[@polishedbyamy]

That's so crazy! I couldn't imagine treating the customers that way! Thank you so much for watching! :)

[@thythyy7633]

BrianaBrookeXO well some of the clients they ask me to use the cheese grater thing even though their feet are no need to use that. I explained to them but they are all like i know my feet so just do it stop talking lol i was like fine ok i tried to help.

[@sallyhuynh3742]

Briana Brooke well my mom is always on the phone for a load shit of customers callin her so I don’t blame her

[@isanaallday9744]

Briana Brooke I agree

[@frthepeple8815]

If I pay for a pedi, I want a complete job and if you use the metal foot scrub, it get the job done.

[@celesticwolf518]

I never knew you werent supposed to shave the day of or the day before a pedicure lol oops

[@sarahs2951]

As a client I wish that nail salons were like liquor stores and it was illegal for children to go at all. Getting my nails done is a time for me to relax and de-stress. Having to listen to a child whine and scream does not promote that experience.

[@polishedbyamy]

I've only had children in my suite one time and it was definitely a crazy experience, haha!

[@packofdorksleaderlilly7873]

Not ALL kids are the same. I am only 11 and I had a pedicure when I was about 5 or 6, and I was totally good and nice to everyone and did not cause any trouble. And my 5 year old sister is very mature for her age and she hasn't had a manicure or pedicure, but she would be VERY well behaved. I get your point that MOST OR SOME 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 year olds cause trouble and that MOST OR SOME kids cause trouble but not ALL kids are the same so you shouldn't say all kids or just kids instead of most kids or some kids.

[@makaylas4535]

Sarah S I agree it should only be for children 10 and up. Then they have matured enough to know whats right and wrong.

[@girl_im_ema8105]

It depends on their maturity level. I'm 11 and I act better than some 20yrs olds.

[@jessxo5469]

But what about all the teenagers that like to get they’re nails done??

[@TheNailPolisher]

Haha ... so glad im not the only one who calls these in & out shops "CHOP SHOPS"! All valid and good points. Totally agree. Im not sure why so many people think what we do is a "hobby" & is okay to fiddle fart around with us, lol. Its a job, a career, our living.

[@polishedbyamy]

You're totally right! That's a huge reason why I enjoy making these videos to let more people understand :)

[@beckyrobinson3528]

The dreaded cellphone!!!!😩

[@anointedcountrygirl]

I haven't actually found a full service salon that does as good of a job as some of the "chop shops"

[@tmc4609]

I just had that thing done on my feet a year ago. All the nail places around me still do it today.

[@polishedbyamy]

It's unfortunately very common. Remember, you always have the option of passing on that part of the service if you wish!

[@breecarzoo2802]

This was so cool :) to what you said: I had someone become very upset that we can't use the "cheese grater" and another thing I hate is when they don't give at least 24hours notice and no show me.

[@azura5909]

Did u make a video about how to order acrylics like when you go to the store how do you ask for them? I’m afraid I’ll make a big mistake 4:04 oh .-.

[@patriciadavenport230]

Thank you so very much for quickly answering me, I really appreciate your valuable time and effort.

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you so much for watching!!

[@MultiScrappydo]

This was a hoot to me as a client!! The one thing seriously I have a comment about. I don’t know how people run their book and I feel like it’s you (the nail tech) job to ask the person on the phone if they will be needing their old set removed. Problem solved.

[@polishedbyamy]

I totally get what you’re saying. However, the nail tech wouldn’t know that you have enhancements on that need to be removed, if you book a full set. So it’s important to book a removal service if you want that done within your appointment timeframe. It would be helpful if my booking site had an option where customers could answer pre-booking questions before picking their time!

[@TheVeg28]

I don’t understand the shaving piece. Are you my saying don’t go too long without shaving before getting a pedicure, or just don’t say anything about it?

[@polishedbyamy]

It was more of a joke between my clients and I. Some are embarrassed when they've forgotten to shave for a while, but its not a problem at all!

[@khanhvinhct]

If you don’t care shaving your legs, why do you care if the nail tech cares? If you do care, then you should have shaved before you came in. Why do you care if the tech would throw up looking at your hairy legs because your didn’t shave in two weeks , and what makes you think telling them that you didn’t shave causes your legs hairy help them not throwing up? 😭

[@Tubegramm]

I’m going to a nail salon tomorrow for the first time lol the thing is that i feel like i am going to be very needy, like, do this and that, right now, it has to be Perfect.

[@polishedbyamy]

I can be that way sometimes. It's good to know exactly what you want though! :)

[@sarahholt6367]

To save money get some tinfoil cotton balls and nail polish remover 100% acetone and soak your nails off acrylic gel fingernail polish whatever

[@polishedbyamy]

Yes! This is a great way to remove your enhancements at home before your appointment :)

[@jalilliaaliyah1]

Thank you someone has made a video of what you should do so many people do not understand time is money

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you so much for watching Erica! :)

[@chicagogyrl7849]

I think when booking, the receptionist should ask if they need removal or not, since it's such a hassle!! Don't blame the people!!!! Also on your prices, they should list "soak off", and to let them know to tell the person doing the booking! And it should say soak offs require extra time, and list the time. How are people suppose to know if you don't tell them??!!

[@polishedbyamy]

I definitely agree with you. That's why I always add that memo before a client is able to complete booking online. It says for them to add a removal to their service before booking another service because of the extra time it takes :)

[@chicagogyrl7849]

Polished By Amy Thats right! As long as you know ahead of time, it is not a problem.

[@calista910]

Is there a way to get the nails off at home? i plan to move after i get my nails done and im not sure if the place im moving to has a nail salon i can get it removed at, if this is not possible, can i repaint it myself some how?

[@polishedbyamy]

You can definitely remove them yourself. If you have enhancements like acrylic or gel, you can soak them in a glass bowl with acetone for 10-15 minutes and buff them away!

[@maddiep6430]

Heh.. I destroyed my nails because I tried to do my own acrylic nails

[@perfectprefect15]

I'm of two minds about kids I take my four year old cus she loves getting pedis only time I ever see her sit still for anything

[@polishedbyamy]

I love having children get services done, they are SO fun! Its a different story when just the parents are getting the service done and leave their children to wander lol

[@ol3770]

Well behaved kids are the best! I love doing their nails when they sit still and talk politely. If they want designs i will do my best to give them the cutest designs i could possibly do (cupcakes, pineapples, flowers...). Some kids would just constantly moving and splashing water out of the pedi bowl, and jump every time i touch them. Thats exhausting...

[@Krystal091989]

Polished By Amy I’m glad you clarified this, because my little girl loves getting her nails done. Like above, my daughter will sit still to get her nails done but not for much else.

[@1Skorpia]

If they are well behaved sure but if the kid is squirming it's a nightmare.

[@mariecook622]

Please do a part two. Yes. This was so helpful 💕

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@andrewmontez7556]

is it ok if I bring my teenager who is quiet and sits on his phone all day?

[@emyemyemyyyy]

Andrew Montez I think she means younger kids or un behaved ones! Your son sounds like he'd be fine 😊

[@RB-xz7gm]

Andrew Montez ur kid sounds fine he's not gonna be a problem unless he listens to loud music without his headphones.

[@kimmyymmik]

She said kids not teens.

[@Osephinejay]

Just make sure he uses his headphones and isn't in anybody's way.

[@justanailartlover1599]

I always soak mine off when I went for my gel polish .. but I do it myself now.. I’m a nail tech and very picky so I just do it myself .. but I feel what your saying xc.

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@user-sc3lb8xy8e]

what do you use to get the dry dead skin off the feet ?? thanks for sharing I know now what not to do ☺

[@Berkovicka]

@Polished By Amy please answer this

[@Alisha21210]

I've seen salons use foot scrubs.. no tools.

[@polishedbyamy]

I'm sorry I didn't see this comment for so long! I use a foot paddle that has different grits on each side (one is more coarse than the other). If the client has calluses or super dry skin, I'll soak the area in a callus remover cream first and then exfoliate with the paddle :)

[@tinarjackson9844]

I USE BABY FEET... THEN 2 WEEKS LATER I GET A PEDI

[@Call-me-Al]

karen nr you should be regularly gently exfoliating your feet (e.g. brush them at the end of a shower), and moisturizing them daily (which makes it easier for the dead skin to naturally drop off through daily friction e.g. walking and in the shower when you do give them a bit of a scrub). If your skin grows unusually fast then you may want to use a moisturizer with a mild to strong chemical exfoliant, depending on if it's just a little bit faster or if it's straight up genetic mutation caused way too fast.

[@KAYVlogs09]

I went to cosmetology school and wanted to just do the nail course but I figured I might as well learn the whole thing. At my school they didn't really focus much on like nail art or different shapes or styles of acrylic nails....Which is what I wanted to focus on.... Well i guess my question for you is if you had to go take classes after Cosmo school to learn more and if so how do think it helped you.

[@NailWasted]

I was in your same position! Yes girl! Go take classes! Watch videos. Practice. Apply to a salon that provides extra education

[@lauras8699]

Yes definitely take the initiative to do more classes! Watch videos too I recommend nail career education or naio nails

[@begonethot7592]

Just a question I have social anxiety but my friend is coming back from San Francisco and we promised we would get our nails done the thing is I’ve never went to get my nails done especially acrylics so how do I ask for them when I walk in?

[@polishedbyamy]

If you're wanting acrylics, you can ask for a full set when you get there :)

[@Morgianaaa]

I am getting acrylic for the first time this weekend and I just wanted to ask if it upsets you if I show you a picture of like what I want? It sounds silly but I’ve been thinking about it

[@polishedbyamy]

That is totally fine! My clients show me inspiration photos all the time :)

[@xobrebre23]

love your informative videos! I'd been getting into doing nails, going to school to become a nail technician, etc.! thanks for all your expertise! part 2 , please!

[@polishedbyamy]

That's so awesome, thank you so much for watching my videos! :)

[@kimberlyjillian9022]

Uh oh I took my acrylics off because they were already coming off...my mom wouldn’t take me to get them off but since they were already popping off is that better than taking them off when they are solid??

[@polishedbyamy]

You can take them off at home the same way they should at a salon. Pick up a bottle of acetone from the store and soak your nails for 15 minutes. It will soften them enough to scrape them off. This way your nail won't get damaged underneath :)

[@khanhvinhct]

Please tell your mom to be responsible for your nails. If she could pay to have them put on, she should have money and time to get them off properly instead of letting fallen off.

[@luvnickfl]

is it awkward? im about to get my nails done for the first time.

[@andygray563]

If not using the "cheese grater" what do you recommend or di with regard to handling very rough feet skin?

[@polishedbyamy]

There are many products on the market that soft skin and remove calluses on the feet. I like to use a callus remover and let it soak for a few minutes. I then follow up with the foot file that has about 120 grit paper to get a smooth feel!

[@andygray563]

@@polishedbyamy yes I agree that sand paper gives a superior smooth finish. There are some people (especially men] that have super rough feet that you would be there for ages sanding just with paper. I always though razor shavers or cheese graters with the calus cream were just a faster 'first step' towards removing that dead skin (equivalent say to 20 grit sand paper). From this start finer sanding type tools should be used to achieve a smooth finish. Thank you for all your great content and advice.

[@stefanie.m4776]

If anyone knows..what to say then what do you tell the person doing your nails if you want an ombré...but acrylics because I’ve seen people(KZbin) doing them with like the color of the acrylic I’m not sure...🤷🏻‍♀️

[@polishedbyamy]

You can tell them that you'd like a soft ombre with acrylic. Some nail techs don't offer acrylics, so make sure you choose a salon that does! :)

[@stefanie.m4776]

Polished By Amy thank you:)..but where I went I just showed my nail tech what I wanted once she came she was so sweet but thank you😁

[@jessesyfie7244]

Ok, can I wear short shorts coming in to get a pedicure, I normally wear 5 inch inseams that hits me 6.5 inches above my knees standing?

[@limecrimemsp3043]

The worst thing is when you dm with a client a week before the appointment and they ask you about EVERYTHING like oh how long nails is your max oh i dont wanna have those nails like just go to the person who does the nails and have your idea planned out beforehand

[@jasminbates6275]

Ik I’m really late but I recently went in for a dip powder removal and change of color. She kept hitting me with the drill. I wasn’t on my phone or anything because I think that’s rude. Is it okay to say “ma’am/sir that hurts” or maybe it was because I didn’t get a mani so she was trying to get my cuticles off? I just want to know how to go about this nicely and not come off as a rude person.

[@polishedbyamy]

That can be an awkward situation. It seems like the nail tech just wasn't being very careful when using the drill. You could ask them next time to just soak them off for the removal instead of filing. If they won't do that, you can tell them you prefer a gentle touch with the drill :)

[@thesnare100]

Ever wondered (at least I have) my nail polish is called polish, but never heard lipstick (yours in the video reminded me) is called "stick" :)

[@stormiekey8613]

My four year old goes with me sometimes to get hers painted she doesn’t run around and I set scooby doo up on my phone while her nails are drying. The last place I went by myself was absolutely awful and I asked if they were okay with doing kids nails and they flat out told me no so... because of that and the fact I was charged $35 for just my nails painted with gel polish(no full set, just painted) I won’t go back there.

[@S.Rose3684]

soon i’m actually going to begin doing acrylic nails for me and my sister for the first time

[@polishedbyamy]

Thats awesome! I wish you the best of luck!

[@aimeekrieg9932]

Good advice, very interesting video

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you for watching!

[@courtneymassey2297]

Is it really that bad to bring my 2 girls with me to have their nails painted ive never had mine done but my kids are super into painting their nails and i thought it would be so fun to go together and spend time with them and get their nails painted i have a friend that takes her kids to get her nails and feet done every time

[@polishedbyamy]

I love doing kids nails! They always chose the most fun colors and always want glitter, haha!

[@cassandra2685]

Maybe we’d consider these suggestions if all these nail techs weren’t so darn rude, it’s appalling, are they that miserable.

[@Maddie-xb7ld]

Bro once i saw thsi kid in this nail salon omg they were driving the nail tech crazy i felt so bad for the nail tech like man think hwo hard it was to do the persons nails like omg

[@tracey0820]

I had no idea it was a big deal to mention needing removal for an appointment! Informative and this video was dope! I like your personality!

[@polishedbyamy]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! I hope you'll subscribe for more!!

[@toasterofbread3800]

Wait... I-I’m a kid and I’m getting my nails done... am I gonna be a nucance?

[@polishedbyamy]

No way!

[@rain7096]

👍

[@1Skorpia]

Another dont. Dont bring great grandma with bad nails that are overgrown,has fungus and diabetes. Foot doctor is needed.

[@polishedbyamy]

Yes, it's super important that techs know when to refuse service on someone with medical issues!

[@LK-on6rw]

I have a nail app tomorrow and I'm never on my phone but where do I look if my nail tech isn't talking to me,like do I look at her look at my nails? What do I do 😂

[@polishedbyamy]

Haha! I understand that, I was just referring to clients who have their phone in their hands the whole time!

[@f0nd3vr]

I have an appointment today and Im getting an acrylic set and I have 70 bucks but I’m scared that it might be more lol

[@f0nd3vr]

It’s just a short simple set lol

[@susanperron2703]

If you have a nail tech that doesn't really talk to you. It makes the time go faster if you're actually talking to somebody on your phone. Well she's doing one hand then you put the phone in your other hand very simple. When it's time to polish then you hang up and don't touch your phone while she's polishing

[@jasminehardy6388]

This was actually very helpful to know

[@polishedbyamy]

Yay! That's awesome to hear! :)

[@mystibane9322]

I know I’m late but my moms nail tech LOVES to see us

[@milliemoo7118]

I use my phone to show the nails I want 😂

[@polishedbyamy]

I have many clients that do the same thing! It's super helpful

[@priedfickles5146]

can i get gel nails? i'm 11 i won't shake

[@patriciadavenport230]

TFS, what’s the difference between gel and acrylic?

[@polishedbyamy]

They both come from the same "acrylic family" with their chemical makeup, but the obvious difference is what they look like. Acrylic is always a liquid and powder that the nail tech combines to form over your nails. Gel is always a goopy, jelly substance that comes in a bottle or pot.

[@jesss.338]

Can u do a vidieo on how to know if your nail tech is using MMA from EMA

[@polishedbyamy]

That's an awesome idea! Thank you for the suggestion! :)

[@xx_death_wish_xx6213]

What is peeling off the enhancements , I'm sorry idk I just do nails at home and don't go to a salon I just love her videos , but I'm curious to what it is.

[@hannahmay498]

Its when people just pick off their enhancements instead of getting soaked off or filed off by a professional.

[@Layla-cb9ws]

if you have naturally sweaty hands what do you do about it? bc I'm nervous and kinda scared that they will say something about my hands

[@polishedbyamy]

You don't have to worry about anything! The nail tech is there to make your nails fabulous, so just enjoy being pampered! :)

[@brookiecookie4491]

*Htx* Layy for reallllll I went like a couple times and personally I have extremely sweaty hands like I’m talking sometimes dripping and one time even though the guy was nice about it which is a positive he also admitted to it and was like “sweaty hands 👀🤚🏻💦😂” and turned on the fan it was soooo embarrassing and I suggest before going just try relaxing and not thinking about your hands about to sweat, don’t know if this well help it works for me and I’m like 14 ;-;

[@isanaallday9744]

Great points. Tfs

[@polishedbyamy]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@Yourfave_Sarah]

But I'm a child and I have to get my nails done for a wedding

[@vivianlau1299]

I’m getting acrylics for the first time soon and I grow out my nails, do they trim my nails when prepping?

[@tracey0820]

Vivian Lau doubt they will but depends on how long you want your acrylics

[@danielafernandez6420]

I have never gone to a nail salon I wnat to but I’m scared do I have to make a appointment earlier or Can i just show up? Also my fingers have a lot of like idk what they are called but they are not pretty do they care cause I feel like imma feel uncomfortable

[@polishedbyamy]

Most nail salons take appointments and walk in's, so it's whatever you want to do. Nail tech's don't care what your nails look like when you come to us, because it's our job to make them fabulous! Go get pampered girl! :)

[@danielafernandez6420]

@@polishedbyamy Thank you!

[@jasg8766]

If I show my nail tech a picture of how I want my nails to be would they do it ?

[@polishedbyamy]

Definitely! Just know that everyone's skill set is different so it can look a little diffrent than your photo!

[@adrianaa8562]

Do acrylic nails hurt when your getting them done? I’m getting them done on Saturday and I’m nervous.

[@polishedbyamy]

They don't hurt at all! If it does, that means your nail tech is doing something wrong.

[@adrianaa8562]

Polished By Amy thank you so much I’m getting my nails done today and I’ve been wondering that for a long time.thanks💞

[@polishedbyamy]

Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@joceyr]

I can't believe some of these things need to be said. It's pretty obvious but people are special. Totally down for a part 2! Thanks for sharing!

[@polishedbyamy]

It's so crazy really. Thank you so much for watching! :)

[@thesnare100]

I've you never been to a nail salon, how much time do you have to prepare after you get there but before you get served? I remember hair salons have books of pics of hair styles, and know nails as salons have those swatches, any books of nail styles or descriptions of artificial nails you could read?

[@polishedbyamy]

I usually spend about 10 minutes or so discussing with my clients exactly what they want. Sometimes we will look online for nail art inspiration and designs!

[@thesnare100]

@@polishedbyamy yeah, just pics of nails would be good too, like hair salon books

[@thesnare100]

@@polishedbyamy that would be a good subject for a video in itself, showing the process with a client.

[@thesnare100]

@@polishedbyamy I've seen videos here on youtube, but nothing really, comprehensive/thorough enough, it only needsto show the procedure for one nail, since you'll usually be getting the same polish/artificial nail on each finger.

[@youALLadopted95]

No cheese grater? I can’t eat my spaghetti without my special cheese though?

[@natnat7583]

I haven’t gotten my feet done in over a year. I don’t usually have the money or the time and I’m scared now after watching this of what I should ask to make my feet feel softer since I’m getting them done in the next 3 to 4 weeks. What should I ask for them to get rid of all the hard spots?

[@geraldinepovey2671]

Yes part 2 please

[@polishedbyamy]

Definitely! Thank you for watching!

[@JimBob-kl5te]

Might seem a silly question but should clients tell you if they are ticklish before you start a pedicure or do you ask? Surely nail techs like yourself have ticklish feet to?

[@MrSouthernTrucker]

I miss these videos!! 😫😥

[@polishedbyamy]

I'm coming back!! I'm revamping my channel this week for new videos! What specific things would you like to see? :)

[@MrSouthernTrucker]

Omg yay!! You inspired me to be a nail tech!! Like literally owe it all to you! I love all your content, Q and A, product reviews, nail art demos, it’s all great!

[@polishedbyamy]

You are too sweet! Thank you so much for being a subscriber!! :)

[@MrSouthernTrucker]

Always!!

[@itz_mashrur7082]

Useful

[@chuckgan]

I am a guy who likes to get his nails done. Never done it professionally though. Any more tips for a newcomer?

[@rosajaimes2249]

Do nail techs get annoyed when teenagers get their nails done?

[@polishedbyamy]

Nope!

[@VietMDTV]

❤ Just subscribed

[@bbh5211]

Hey thx for the recommendations what about Essie brand?

[@tianaminott5129]

Omg some people are full time single parents at work they can’t afford to leave there kids somewhere else or they can’t like if u agree

[@ol3770]

Tiana Minott I totally understand that. I havne seen exhauted moms coming the nail salon hoping to have some good time for herself and i feel them. Not every parent can afford baby sitting all the time but still need sometime to relax or treat themselves nicely sometimes right. Just make sure that you keep an eye on your kids and remind or correct them what they can and cannot do so they dont bother anyone.

[@hannahmay498]

I`m a beautican myself and works in a busy beauty salon mainly working on nails. I actually love children but i think she is on about the behaviour of children, it can be quite a dangerous place for children if they cannot behave appropriately and it slows down the service if your client is destracted by her badly behaved children. I fully understand not everyone can get a babysitter, bringing your children should be a last resort

[@SpoofyAnn]

Tiana Minott mmmm can’t afford to get kids looked after, but can afford to get nails done ?

[@OGWorld-kv8ul]

Trish Its most likely not a matter of cant afford. Its a matter of I don't want to pay someone else, or I can use that money to buy my children something. People who make that comment usually (key word usually) don't have kids themselves so therefore they don't understand when a parent says they cant afford it. I say I am broke all the time but in reality I just have something else I would like to buy. As long as the child is not a rambunctious child and can sit quietly on their phone or tablet. I don't see an issue with it. I used to go with my mom when I was a child and it was fascinating to me. I received my first full set when I was in the 5th grade for my birthday.

[@brookecox600]

I've never had acrylic nails I've thought about it a free times but afraid it will ruin my nails...is it really damaging or am I over thinking things

[@polishedbyamy]

The acrylic isn't damaging at all! The damage happens when a nail tech doesn't prep your nails right before they put them on, and when they are removing them wrong. If you find yourself a quality nail tech, you won't have to worry about that and you'll have a great experience! :)

[@brookecox600]

Thank you for that information... you are actually the first KZbinr to answer me

[@beautybyt8530]

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[@haileyboomsp6925]

i hate it when i dont understand them :(( i feel so bad

[@alexfontanella9480]

I literally just called my nail salon to Let them know I broke 4 nails on top of my refill! Haha

[@shellibingle7793]

You're not supposed to shave at least 48hrs or something like that before a pedicure due to risk of bacteria because your top layer of skin has been scraped over with a razor blade causing microscopic openings in the skin....

[@polishedbyamy]

You're exactly right! A lot of people don't know this!

[@hey.gorgeous]

I was never told at school that a client had to wait 48 hours after shaving, before being able to get a pedicure. Why is that now? I've gone myself to get a pedicure right after shaving. Is it bad?

[@polishedbyamy]

It's because you get micro-abrasions on your legs from shaving. If you are then exposed to an unsanitary pedicure bowl or jet spa, you have the possibility of getting an infection. If you go to a salon that plays by the rules when it comes to disinfection, you'll be fine! :)

[@hey.gorgeous]

+Polished By Amy Awesome! Thanks for the reply! 😄 I figured that might be it, at least I'm informed now, and I know what else to ask. Love your channel, been learning lots and getting myself ready for when I'm licensed and what to expect, some what. Thank you once again for replying!

[@isanaallday9744]

Most of the salons now put the plastic thing in the jet tub before putting water in it so that's ok right.

[@khanhvinhct]

Cher A no it’s not. If your get a spa pedicure that comes with scrub to exfoliate your skin, your skin will get irritated, causes rashes, a big chance to get infection. Liners help prevent the infection from previous clients, but you can get infection from dirt after your get the pedicure too.

[@oreninja]

Wait so what's wrong with going without shaving for a month? My guy friend gets pedicures with me sometimes and he never shaves...is that like rude or gross?

[@polishedbyamy]

Nothing at all!

[@thiccqueen8023]

What if the mum is bringing the child to get their nails done? Because I am getting my nails done later and I’m a child. Lol I’m 12 but yeah

[@polishedbyamy]

That's totally fine! I'm mainly talking about very small children that are left unsupervised. That can be very dangerous.

[@eleo_b]

I don’t get it. Do you have to shave your legs for a pedicure? Some people (not me) just don’t shave their legs, I didn’t think that was mandatory.

[@polishedbyamy]

No, nothing is mandatory. It's just suggested that if you ARE going to shave, do it a couple days before your pedicure to help prevent against infections from the foot bath water. It's basically just a precaution :)

[@ivyjunesmith]

So don't take your old nails off yourself, have a professional do it.. but don't come in asking for a new set if you have ones on that need to be replaced. Makes sense

[@polishedbyamy]

I thought I explained it pretty well. Don't pop off your nails because you'll ruin them. When you call to book your next set, book a removal along with it. Simple :)

[@vadasills5336]

I'm a child and I want to get my nails done I'm 11 tho.... so what does that mean

[@hannahmay498]

It`s completely fine to have your nails done :). She is on about very young children.

[@vadasills5336]

Sally Shively oh ok

[@gwendalynn_alvarado]

I’m 10 and I had a child come up to me and touch my nail I rolled my eyes I was like 😳

[@genoesee8434]

Gwendalynn Alvarado you are a child

[@OGWorld-kv8ul]

genoese e Haha I was about to reply the same thing. Also I am confused about this comment. The child touched the other child's nail?

[@gwendalynn_alvarado]

O.G. World I’m a pre-teen not a little child I act like a teen a 3 year old came up and touched my nails

[@gwendalynn_alvarado]

O.G. World I’m 11 now

[@OGWorld-kv8ul]

You are still considered a child even though you are 11. Even if your are 16 yrs old you are still technically a child. You should not take that offensively really. I wish I could be a child again. But thank you for explaining what you meant about the whole touching of the nail. I wouldn't like being touched on my freshly done nails either.

[@rainbowcub2418]

But what if someone chooses not to shave their legs? It should never be a requirement for people to remove their body hair.

[@polishedbyamy]

It isn't

[@taylorkemp3849]

Sooooo that cheese grater looking thing is illegal??? Because that was used on me the last time I had my feet done...

[@polishedbyamy]

Yep, it's illegal to use in a salon in my state and many others in the US!

[@brittsheree85]

amen!!!