Press On Nail Shop: 15 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting

[@han_jany]

It’s really nice to hear that someone else kept everything quiet for a year before telling friends and family. I’m doing the same and feel a little guilty but as a shy person I’m afraid the pressure would get to me! Really appreciate all the work you put into your content. I started my shop about 3 months ago and I’m starting to gain some confidence and customers ❤

[@han_jany]

I’m curious to know how telling people you know about your business went! Did it change the way you feel about what you’re doing? Was anyone weirded out that you didn’t tell them? I’ve been so nervous someone will find out before I’m ready haha😅

[@joeyjo7553]

Great video! I would like to add on to the part about prices. Something I learned as a Nailtech myself is that when you start off by offering low prices you will attract the wrong customers. And when it’s time to raise the prices you will lose them. So it’s good to know your worth from the very beginning and make sure your products are high quality from the start so practice practice practice

[@Sharkfamily1317]

That is very good advice ❤ I’m an artist and you’re absolutely right on the customers reactions to lower vs higher prices! I had to learn that the hard way 😢 but I know my worth and the ones who still stuck with me do too ❤

[@soulalchemyfarm8674]

This has been my biggest problem. Plusy area was so over saturated with nail shops and day spas it was hard to gain good paying clients. I'm getting back into it after a few years and am super excited to start my own business this way. Thank you for all the information.

[@julielyons9180]

I am recently retired and loosing my mind with boredom. I have always been artistic and I do my own full cover nail tips and have been practicing designs and painting.. Great video. I feel like we haven't had a video from you in a long time. Keep up the great work.

[@1Skorpia]

Keeping it a secret from family and friends is a great idea. Not everyone will support or look to see you winning. Especially if you already know your not gonna be great off the jump. You gotta crawl before you walk. 😊

[@SpunkyStashCo]

That is so true... Unfortunately, I cannot hide my new business from my family because I am currently living with them, and well my mom is nosey lol. But it's all good they have been really supportive so far in the early stages as I set things up and slowly get things together. fingers crossed I get more traction on all my social sites. But the advice in this video about posting your created nails on socials to help grow an audience before I launch was a great idea!.

[@AngelekaL]

Thank you for number one, because I am trying. I am hurting inside and doing nails makes me feel happier. It’s peaceful and fun, and I believe everyone in this world can do something that they love and provide a service for others ❤thank you for showing this!

[@Useful67]

I never saw such a breakdown and clear explanation good job thank you

[@Sharon-yu6jd]

I cried after watching this video Very good tutorial and inspiring. Something I learnt today is I should not be scared to be judged, don’t overthink just start. And again dedicate for example an hour a day towards something that will help me towards attaining my goal. Very inspiring, thank you. And your designs and your immaculate way of doing things is commendable. Keep doing the good work!

[@srabonbon]

I am literally starting my business rn! This video was much needed, because I have always liked doing my nails and drawing and I wanted to mix the two. But I keep hesitating but now I'm just gonna go for it lol thank you so much for the useful advices!!!

[@talyaperry5434]

This is a wonderful video for every creative person looking to start an independent business. Every point you gave was essential and well explained. As a young artist navigating the independent/freelance world, I found this super relatable and coherent. Keep up the great work!❤

[@leensbo]

Thank you for such a clear, realistic breakdown of what you’ve learned. It’s very helpful and encouraging 🙂

[@Blood0range]

awesome tips as always 🥰 "just start" and talent is bs it's practice is deff something i needed to hear 💖

[@ChaosandherNails]

I have been saying im going to do it for a looong time and I finally started...it was a slow start on instagram, which honestly I hated...and I recently started with KZbin and its weird but im actually enjoying it...I still have my instagram and will continue to upload to it but its no longer my main focus...so I think not just any social media platform is for everyone...find one thats right for you

[@nadinegilchrist2142]

I have that exact same quote highlighted in my copy of his book!! I'm really enjoying your content, thank you for all your videos!

[@sarahannwee]

nail godmother has done it again! 😩 thank you for your tips! i'm currently making sets for myself and for friends at no charge but am thinking of selling one day! i just always second-guess my work/ quality... 😭

[@miniamipress]

nail godmother 💀 hahaha

[@nastysha_st]

Thank you so much for the video and your tips. I have tried so many things and often quit for various reasons. For a while I was burned out and depressed because I didn't know what to do next. Nail design interested me because I have always loved creativity. You are motivating me to try my hand at it. Thank you!❤

[@valentinatalia6599]

thank you for the advices! I´ve been struggling with starting my bussiness because the fear of external opinions and I know that its couse I dont value my work enough. But with your words I learned that to fight that fear I just have to trust myself and take the first step. I hope you´re doing very well with bussiness and life!

[@JG-qe1iw]

Thanks for inspiring me to get into the press on business, you have no idea how super helpful you have been. I ordered the card templates to get an idea of how to create mine. I appreciate you. Looking forward to your future videos. ❤

[@miniamipress]

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[@marissaloera9906]

“You have to be bad before you can be good!” Wise words…

[@rrusty_spoon]

How do you know what sizes /length to use without measuring the client's nails?

[@GypSea_Blue]

Thank you so much... I literally am starting out just like you did... I was at home after injuring myself at work and have become down and bored out of my mind so for some reason I saw a YT video on nails and said "hey I should try that" and in my true ADHD fashion I went out and brought everything possible and now I'm learning everyday by teaching myself thru YT videos, Interesting and trial/error...so glad I found this video coz I was feeling a little lost and thinking I just wasted all this money thinking I wasn't gonna be good enough. I just went thru my old nails I have been practising this past month and I realise I have improved massively already so now more confident for future.. hopefully I will be able to start selling in new year...

[@fluffigast]

I love that quote from Rick Rubin! It makes so much sense and it has stayed with me since watching this video on release day! Thank you ❤

[@Sharkfamily1317]

I love how organized you are ❤ I’m going to be working on my own nail business soon! I’m so excited and thankful for your videos! Wish you all the best ❤

[@suchtunes]

Honestly i rly want to start but am scared of what will others think so my plan is to keep it a secret until i wont be 100% satisfied with the results lol

[@TinZhiChen]

really love ur videos:) don’t ever stop posting ❤

[@miniamipress]

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[@shevonnjohnson6837]

Thank you for making these videos. They really inspire me

[@marnmalue9135]

I got your videos in my recommended while browsing, and I'm so glad I stumbled upon this! I'm going to try making press on nails, and although I don't see myself starting a shop, I'm hoping it'll be a viable option someday. 💜 For now, I'm going to use this as some *much* needed motivation! :D

[@hohojinyi8282]

OMG what I have got all gel collection more than she has got and I am doing gel nails is a hobby….seriously I should do start …

[@jujulaayyy]

I was so excited to see you post a new video and ran straight here! As always, enjoy all the information you provided! I’m also thinking about opening up a press on shop, but yes keep telling myself to wait until I have everything figured out 😂 But thanks for giving me the advice I needed to hear to just start!!

[@SpunkyStashCo]

I loved ❤this video you provided a lot of great information that I will put into action. I am in the process of starting my first-ever small business and nail art is one of the items I will be selling. I have a passion for art in general starting with my 3D paint pourings using random things around the house, I am not sure if I will sell that art on my website or not, but who knows maybe I will put up a few small pieces here and there and see if anyone likes them. BUT... NAILS... I have a huge passion for nails I got heavy into this when I created my ASMR channel and I collected over 40 sets of my own and always thought what if i made my own nails, I mean I can do this and why not sell them?. You gave some great advice here, and so far I have all my socials created and ready to go, My Website will be the last thing I create but I think I am going with Shopify I have been hearing great stuff about them. I am in the process of getting my inventory delivered, I just received my first batch a mix of Shipping supplies and supplies that I will use for my Nails. I am debating if my first video should be an unbox with my first inventory. And then follow up with some shorts showing some of my creations that I can also share on all my other socials. I love Cap Cut and I think that would be an awesome way to enhance my images and post the same video on social like TikTok. And maybe create a video showing my small business Shipping and workstation setup once it's complete. I will watch the other video that you suggested on nail-making essentials, I think I have everything, but I am sure there might be something I might be missing.

[@KAILSKOUTURE]

This is such an insightful video thank you!🥰

[@Jennovo]

Can you create a video showcasing the products you use, with extra focus on your gel polishes?

[@_angel_222]

Ur channel is so inspiring and helpful thank u!🖤💓

[@kjirstenboucher9682]

Very helpful video. Thank you for sharing this.😊👍

[@evemiliauskas9609]

Great practical advice. Thank you for this video!

[@ellepulliam7571]

Could you make a video about what nail ingredients you recommend looking for and what you recommend avoiding?

[@Kiss.My.Polish]

Can you do a video explaining tip sizes? I’m trying to start my own business, but to know what tip sizes i should use. I dont want it to be complicated where i’m up all night/day making orders to fit my customers nails. What would be a standard size.

[@kaleidoscopezz5560]

Me: depressed and on the couch watching in hopes of the same thing

[@Eva198904]

Hey girl you motivated me a lot . Thank you 😊

[@mini_mahni]

Tysm! Your content has been so helpful!!! I'm thinking of starting a press-on business as I already create nail art content on YT, IG and TikTok. But I'm UK based so not sure what the market is like for these here

[@frostytipsasmr]

thank you, this nail video was great, super helpful!

[@Asenxx]

Yay new video thank you 🙏

[@miniamipress]

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[@Amyyyyy-x9n]

Hello can you also address the safety concerns on making press ons esp in small rooms at home 🏡 I’m a nail technician and I’m used to the fumes at the salon even with masks but I’m gravitating towards wanting to do press ons at home although even some of the Korean /japanese products have such a strong smell unfortunately they are labeled HEMA free etc I guess that’s the only thing that throws me off are the fumes and chemicals from doing nails at home and making large quantities 😅

[@maedhbhpendreic6768]

Thank you. That was really useful. :)

[@arumongiamua]

Love your content 🤩

[@nailed_by_cassie]

Can you please do a tutorial on how you do aura nails...im obsessed with how yours come out!

[@miniamipress]

coming tomorrow 😌

[@dilialavalle2929]

This video is so helpful.. I’m just starting my nail business but I’m still growing clientele.. I never thought of offering press ons but I’m seriously considering it now. Thank you so much!

[@asrashamshadkhan765]

I’m just about to start to start making my first set and you THE BESTTT been watching your videos on binge Thankk you so much for taking all of us in this journey 🙌🏻🩷

[@miniamipress]

You got this!

[@lenzyvictorino2542]

Love this❤️

[@kyo8905]

I love you so much for this thank you

[@MizzRivera86]

Great video!! My thing is i think promotion since i dont have any other social media besides KZbin.

[@sherisevalentygibb]

Do you think you might do some "Wicked" design nails? I feel like they would sell really well :) Wicked is all the rage and will be for at least the next year :)

[@anahiloner666]

Hola soy de México y me gusta mucho tu contenido 😊❤

[@ΧριστίναΔρογγίτη]

Hi! How you make the press on nails? I mean... What about the right size? Do you make one of each?

[@Pineapple-ct3gw]

With the Apress tips, when applying the sheer bass the number always shows through. How do you prevent this

[@Vana_lve]

Thank you this helps

[@Doglady-u7l]

so cool!

[@familyguy2698]

What kind of glue do you use and how long do they stay on ?

[@CamilaCline-q8p]

How do you know what size the customer has of the nail without measuring the clients nail?

[@HalieCakes]

I’m a licensed cosmetologist who has done nails for years…I was curious as to why you used acid etching on the top of the press ons? Usually we only do this on the inside.

[@younistudios]

do you have a rec for a nail dust collector? :o

[@sofielyngtoft399]

Where do you buy your painting gel you art is so good❤❤❤❤ and so prettyyyyy

[@magalypoppell]

How do you clean your brushes after doing a design? Do you just use acetone on the bristles ?

[@sunninailsx]

I just started taking creating content more seriously to build an audience for my upcoming brand and everyone says tiktok is the best to go viral but I’m barely getting any views on there 😢 any tips?

[@AshleighsNailArt]

Hello! I am just now starting my own press-on nail business. I’ve been doing my own nails and friends and families nails for about 2 years now so I have some built up talent. I want to include a sizing kit for customers to purchase but I don’t know how much to charge for this kit, what do you think a fair price for a sizing kit would be for a beginner press-on nail artist?

[@rocketpack6918]

I was wondering if you had any artistic background before starting nails or if you really just jumped into it

[@nissa8787]

I’m mostly a copy and paste nail artist, I struggle with creativity but I watched your video on how to work around that. If I start off with just recreating and selling other nail designs but don’t know WHO created it, do I just tag the person I saw the inspo from?

[@miniamipress]

Yes make an effort to try to find the artist, and if you end up finding the OG later update the tag!

[@WendysnailsNessaspaws]

I just love your videos. I was trying to figure out why you stand out so much, beyond your amazing work, and it's your calm, intelligent approach. You feel genuine and authentic. That means a lot to me, so i do appreciate you sharing. I am curious about what you are using yo hold your mpf tips. I have been struggling with where I should lay them when I am working.

[@alwayshappiness8702]

I, too, am just starting, and my question is... what press on nails should I start with? 🤔 I want them to be sturdy and look good. However, just not apres gel x ready. Is this the brand you started with? I am very curious to hear what you have to say... and have only shared my idea with 1 friend as he is very supportive to me and this endeavor. Great video, btw! Where do you suggest it is best to start posting first? Lmao 🤣 I dont even have a name as yet!?

[@cattania747]

Where did you get the tape that you use to mount the nails, from? Been looking for a while for something like that

[@GénesisLópezValverde]

Where do you recommend to start buying the materials if I want to learn? I have bought some cute pearls on shein just to do it on my self but I would like to know where to buy the good products to start (the tips, glue, nail polish, etc)

[@nikkihans2903]

I am very interested to learn. I can draw. So I am confident the skills is there. All I need to do is to know the basic products that I needed to start. Please help me. ❤ (Quality products is what I intended to buy. 😊

[@PakouVang029]

where did you purchase the under desk drawer where you put your dust collector?? It's so genius! How durable should the drawer be?

[@nancyCOcosmetics]

Good tips

[@R.S-r1s]

Hi! How do you get permission or a license to sell copyrighted likeness/ images, like the bts set? I’m wanting to get into selling but want to be legal. 😅

[@user-cv6dw4nl2g]

How long did it take before you started making enough sells to do this full time?

[@MeJaz723]

Thank you! And I mean it :)

[@kaylajanae2300]

Can u do a wear test? What makes the nail stick is nail glue really enough?

[@Kimmyxnailedit]

Very well said!

[@SunriseBlingStudio]

Love them❤❤

[@Terebriseno85]

I started and put up my shopify but I haven’t gotten orders. I share my page but nothing. I feel like I need to go on etsy or something to find clients. I keep paying $39 every month with no revenue. Thanks for all your advice

[@miniamipress]

agreed if you’re starting out and having a hard time driving traffic, a marketplace platform that would allow for more exposure while you get started might make more sense for now! 🫶

[@kelly-tg9mq]

Can I copy designs from Instagram accounts? Or other places online?

[@laluna7372]

so i finished my nailart course last week and thinking to take a little time to practice before officially opening my own nailart studio. but i noticed how stressed i am when doing someone else's nails, like the pressure is just overwhelming, thus, i kept on making mistakes. i wonder if i should just do press-on nails instead of doing actual person's nails... what do u think? should i do press-on or an actual service?

[@globallinkvn]

How to know about nails size?

[@Theocita]

I follow you on Instagram as well and your nails are gorgeous. Maybe you can do a video on how u photograph your nails.

[@simona5304]

After months of practicing on close friends and myself I finally started and made an acc on TikTok and instagram but I have no idea how to get ppls attention 😭 the only ppl that I get are my followers (friends). I also don’t know how to communicate through my acc with the whole policies thing do I make a post do I put it in my highlights? And I still don’t have a website bc I don’t get any customers so if by some miracle I get my first customers how do I do the transaction 😭 this is so overwhelming idk what to do and I feel like someone here can help me?

[@marielfabian9448]

I live in Australia and it’s difficult to find products with the same quality. My biggest anxiety is selling something that’s not worth it’s price. I’m not sure how to tackle this problem 😓

[@cutelmo76]

I’m thinking the exact same thing @maribelfabian9448… while nail kits all around me lol

[@SarahK-j9m]

I do press on for myself just for fun , somehow at the bottom come out thick, is that normal or any way to prevent that ?

[@bonvivant3704]

File the inside of the nails before painting

[@Navyara_vlog19]

Hey, I love your videos and I learn so many things from your videos …please do me a one more favour…I don’t know standard size of press on nails tips that fits all so I can make press on nails in advance without sizing please help me and reply my comment..❤it means a lot to me.

[@GraceBeauty713]

Do you need a business license to start this press on nail business?

[@molliebeth1109]

No, but it’s a good idea to get one. It doesn’t have to be right away, but it’s highly recommended.

[@bubblesthecorgis]

Sis is BTS Army? Apobangpo💜

[@kempdiondra8383]

I love your content 🩷

[@pxrplxs]

cute, but try to make it less bulky. use less product, and make everything more even, especially the design, since one side of the heart was bigger than the other

[@anacoelho8467]

you're so didactic 💀

[@limathea6573]

Hi first of all, thank you so much for your video. I’m a nail technician and was thinking about starting a press on business. May I have the name of your TikTok and do you have instagram. What social media would you recommend I start first. Thanks

[@hope2.064]

Great information! I’ve been in the ‘everything needs to be just right before I start’ phase. This was the perfect video to convince me that I just need to START producing!! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and never gate keeping what you’ve learned. ❣️🫶🏼💅🏼