Great video. You are doing something great by helping others. I'm researching for my lovely bride. She has been a nail tech for close to 15 years. When we met in 2009, she was only making about $20k. I've helped her with her marketing over the years and now she is grossing over $70k a year. BUT, she is not loving the place she rents space at any more. Now she is looking into alternatives like a mobile nail salon. How much time do you typically have between appointments? She is booked solid most days with a waitlist and I'm not sure that she can keep that same level of production if she is driving between each appointment. I'd love to hear your thoughts.
When she made the transition from the salon to going mobile, did she have to get any additional certification or notify anybody that she was making that change? I’d assume there are some health/safety precautions that would be different working in someone’s home vs working in a controlled environment like a salon
I start school on the 24th and I’m super excited about starting my mobile nail business! My only concern is proper ventilation for the fumes...Any suggestions?
I wish you the best of luck in your new journey! I didn't offer acrylic mobile services so I never had to worry about a fume issue. You could invest in portable air purifier if you need to!
If you’re mobile, how do you decide what polishes to bring? Do you ask the client first what ideas they have or do you have a set collection you just bring and let them choose from?
That is so great to hear! Good luck to you! I am working on new videos this weekend that talk about more aspects of the mobile nail business. I hope they are helpful! :)
I have looked into this years ago. State board has to be able to inspect you at any given time. I have been licensed for 32 years now had my own salon for 10 years in an office space. Now they have rental rooms within larger establishments. That was not available when I started. I like to be on my own not part of a salon. The mobile idea is a great service to the community. The population is aging making pedicures a must have service for some. You didn't say if you are licensed or what state you are in. I know here in Michigan they are strict you can't go to people's house and do these services as a legitimate business if you are not licensed. When I had my nail salon I offered to my clients to go to their homes if they were in a cast or otherwise unable to make it to the salon such as having had surgery. This as far as I know was legal. The safety aspect is also a concern. I considered a small motor home set up to do nails. With technology now you can be tracked so State board can inspect you at any given time. You can have cameras alarm systems ect. As I consider options in retirement nails would be a great option to do again. Hopefully you are taking sanitation very seriously the public won't hesitate to sue if they are harmed in any way, and rightfully so. I am encouraged to see so many young people having such a passion for the industry I have always loved and still do. I just want it kept professional and safe for the service provider and and customer alike. Best of luck to you.
Great video! I am a mobile beauty therapist but I'm a bit weary about advertising my business because going to a stranger's house to do beauty treatments kinda leaves me in a vulnerable position especially if they requested a massage. I currently work of recommendations but I really do need more clients.
This was one of the pitfalls/dangers I read about and heard about from various mobile techs. I'd be interested in her response. I am preparing to start my nail tech education and am pursuing the home-based business route. I know there is more involved in a home-based business, but feel it can be safer. Hmmm.
That is such an interesting topic I could talk about! Maybe I will include this in a video? I'd love to do some research on what other mobile beauty professionals think about this as well!
I've done manicures at dining tables, or I've brought a pop up travel table to work on. I've also sat on a stool in front of the client to do the pedicures. I hope that helps!
thanks for all your advice .. it was very helpful. just to share as you did. in offering the NAIL DIPPING ASISTEM. they're lie aglous acrilic. very very low odor. almost none. and they're awesome.... it's a bit on the expensive side but it's great
I typically did dry pedicures when I was working on location which are water-less, but you could also bring a portable foot bath with you. Thank you so much for watching!! :)
I'm not a fan of acrylic or working with the harsh chemicals so I don't offer them. There is also requirements my state has for acrylic out of the salon. You would need to have appropriate ventilation in each space and more to use it! :)
+Polished By Amy I'm super thankful to have you...point me closer see to my dreams;)I thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.so obsessed with your channel;)big fan....totally wish you could do my nails!!!
That is definitely something I worried about. I always sent my location to others before the appointment, and did some research (looking up the client on social media, driving by the location beforehand). I don't do home visits anymore because it didn't seem safe anymore.
I never cut the skin around the nail. I only use a cuticle removing cream that softens up the dead skin. After it sets for a minute, I'll scrape it away with a cuticle stick! :)
I just heard that there's apps to order beauty services like an uber. Have you heard of it? I want to go to nail school next year but this year I'm just watching every video and reading everything about nails and practicing
I have heard of apps for that! I was contacted by one that wanted to work with me but I passed, haha! I wish you the best of luck when you start school! Thank you so much for watching! :)
Great question! Working in a salon was definitely more consistent money. However, I earned more money per client when I was traveling, but it wasn't very consistent. I would say the salon was most profitable overall! :)
You could research mobile salons in your area online and see which companies cover your location. I'm sure there a some companies that are looking to hire more techs. I know The Glam App is a website you can join, and they send you out on jobs around the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is the link for them www.theglamapp.com/ .
I'm also creating an online course specifially for nail techs/beginners who want to create a mobile nail business! I'll be sharing the details soon. I think it will be very helpful for you! :)
Lucero Lopez Atlanta beauty academy in doraville ga, there's also issn in Sandy springs, they r cleaner, but more expensive Atlanta beauty academy is cheap but u get the basics, they refill everything in your kit except the liquid and powder. but u still may want to replace what they give u with things you like, it will better your education, I was successful there because I implemented as much as I could while I was there.giid luck to you
Polished By Amy oo so it is negative space.....I tried to make something sensible out of it but at the end I thought it's chipped nails. 😅😅😂😂...I cud have seen properly ....sry😅
I have that exact comforter on my bed as we speak!! With the pillow shams!! They are gorgeous.😊
Great video. You are doing something great by helping others. I'm researching for my lovely bride. She has been a nail tech for close to 15 years. When we met in 2009, she was only making about $20k. I've helped her with her marketing over the years and now she is grossing over $70k a year. BUT, she is not loving the place she rents space at any more. Now she is looking into alternatives like a mobile nail salon. How much time do you typically have between appointments? She is booked solid most days with a waitlist and I'm not sure that she can keep that same level of production if she is driving between each appointment. I'd love to hear your thoughts.
When she made the transition from the salon to going mobile, did she have to get any additional certification or notify anybody that she was making that change? I’d assume there are some health/safety precautions that would be different working in someone’s home vs working in a controlled environment like a salon
I start school on the 24th and I’m super excited about starting my mobile nail business! My only concern is proper ventilation for the fumes...Any suggestions?
I wish you the best of luck in your new journey! I didn't offer acrylic mobile services so I never had to worry about a fume issue. You could invest in portable air purifier if you need to!
I literally just found your channel and was hoping for a video like soon, yay!! :)
Yay! Thank you so much for watching!! :)
If you’re mobile, how do you decide what polishes to bring? Do you ask the client first what ideas they have or do you have a set collection you just bring and let them choose from?
Both! I ask beforehand if they have a preference, but I also always bring the basics (reds, pinks, nudes, and a white)!
this video is very helpful im am strting a buissness out im modesto ca and listing this just helped so much
That is so great to hear! Good luck to you! I am working on new videos this weekend that talk about more aspects of the mobile nail business. I hope they are helpful! :)
I have looked into this years ago. State board has to be able to inspect you at any given time. I have been licensed for 32 years now had my own salon for 10 years in an office space. Now they have rental rooms within larger establishments. That was not available when I started. I like to be on my own not part of a salon. The mobile idea is a great service to the community. The population is aging making pedicures a must have service for some. You didn't say if you are licensed or what state you are in. I know here in Michigan they are strict you can't go to people's house and do these services as a legitimate business if you are not licensed. When I had my nail salon I offered to my clients to go to their homes if they were in a cast or otherwise unable to make it to the salon such as having had surgery. This as far as I know was legal. The safety aspect is also a concern. I considered a small motor home set up to do nails. With technology now you can be tracked so State board can inspect you at any given time. You can have cameras alarm systems ect. As I consider options in retirement nails would be a great option to do again. Hopefully you are taking sanitation very seriously the public won't hesitate to sue if they are harmed in any way, and rightfully so. I am encouraged to see so many young people having such a passion for the industry I have always loved and still do. I just want it kept professional and safe for the service provider and and customer alike. Best of luck to you.
Great video! I am a mobile beauty therapist but I'm a bit weary about advertising my business because going to a stranger's house to do beauty treatments kinda leaves me in a vulnerable position especially if they requested a massage. I currently work of recommendations but I really do need more clients.
This was one of the pitfalls/dangers I read about and heard about from various mobile techs. I'd be interested in her response. I am preparing to start my nail tech education and am pursuing the home-based business route. I know there is more involved in a home-based business, but feel it can be safer. Hmmm.
That is such an interesting topic I could talk about! Maybe I will include this in a video? I'd love to do some research on what other mobile beauty professionals think about this as well!
Hey there. Might a website for your business would help a lot. Check out recapture.one they have a good price and they work fast
Awesome video! I was curious what state do you perform your services in and what regulations do they have for nail techs going to private homes?
Georgia! You're allowed to visit client's homes and work on location. We just aren't allowed to have mobile nail salons like other states! :)
Where do you sit and work? Dining table? How do you position yourself and the client? Tks
I've done manicures at dining tables, or I've brought a pop up travel table to work on. I've also sat on a stool in front of the client to do the pedicures. I hope that helps!
Id like to start up a mobile salon business but I have no experience and I'm not quite sure how to go about it. Any guidance to offer? :)
this my sound weird but did you start ? I mean your mobile salon? am thinking about doing this
I second that. How did it go?? ❤️
Im doing my mobile nail salon in Hungary, heres its pretty new thing, your video was really helpful dear, thx a lot :) greeting from Budapest :)
I'm so glad you found my videos! Thank you so much for watching and I wish you all the best success!
Polished By Amy U2 🌷🙂
This video was very informative and helpful..
That's awesome to hear! Thank you so much for watching! :)
thanks for all your advice .. it was very helpful. just to share as you did. in offering the NAIL DIPPING ASISTEM. they're lie aglous acrilic. very very low odor. almost none. and they're awesome.... it's a bit on the expensive side but it's great
I love the dipping method! I much prefer it over traditional acrylic nails! :)
how is your mobile business going.
can nail gel boxes be carried tilted? Hard gel pots, gel polishes etc? Tfs
div m They can! I’ve often carried my nail polishes and gel polish on their side in my case. I’ve never had a problem with spills
Hey!thank you for your videos. What do you use to put clients feet on while doing pedicure as a mobile service? Thank you
I typically did dry pedicures when I was working on location which are water-less, but you could also bring a portable foot bath with you. Thank you so much for watching!! :)
Very helpful thank you 😁
Glad to hear it! Thanks so much for watching!
do you just not like working with an acrylic service? or for another reason?
I'm not a fan of acrylic or working with the harsh chemicals so I don't offer them. There is also requirements my state has for acrylic out of the salon. You would need to have appropriate ventilation in each space and more to use it! :)
this is a total dream of mine!!!!
Yay! I hope this was helpful for you! :)
+Polished By Amy it will someday...but you
totally inspire me for whenever I become a nail tech someday... no everyday!!! rly love your channel;)
Oh my gosh, thank you SO much!! I'm so grateful for you as a subscriber! :)
+Polished By Amy I'm super thankful to have you...point me closer see to my dreams;)I thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.so obsessed with your channel;)big fan....totally wish you could do my nails!!!
Do you ever worry about your safety going to people's home? Are there any precautions that you take?
That is definitely something I worried about. I always sent my location to others before the appointment, and did some research (looking up the client on social media, driving by the location beforehand). I don't do home visits anymore because it didn't seem safe anymore.
What part of georgia is your salon in? And what school did you go to ?
DO you know if mobile nail salons are allowed in the state of Ga?
Do you cut ppls cuticles ? Or how do you go about this ? I'm against cutting them on my own but give me tips please
I never cut the skin around the nail. I only use a cuticle removing cream that softens up the dead skin. After it sets for a minute, I'll scrape it away with a cuticle stick! :)
Or you can ask clients if they want them trimmed.
I just heard that there's apps to order beauty services like an uber. Have you heard of it? I want to go to nail school next year but this year I'm just watching every video and reading everything about nails and practicing
I have heard of apps for that! I was contacted by one that wanted to work with me but I passed, haha! I wish you the best of luck when you start school! Thank you so much for watching! :)
thx Hun, agian always so helpful ;)
Thank you so much for watching!!
share your pricelist and how you advertise
Great idea!
thank you for the tips
Thank you so much for watching! :)
I think I'm going towards the mobile nail tech
It really is so fun! Thanks so much for watching!
@@polishedbyamy oh no problem I'm definitely gonna be subscribing . Because I am in school now and I need help
I'm a disabled person and need a basic Mani Pedi I'm located in Fall River MA
Thx great video ☺️
Thank you for watching! :)
Was working in a salon or traveling more profitable for you?
Great question! Working in a salon was definitely more consistent money. However, I earned more money per client when I was traveling, but it wasn't very consistent. I would say the salon was most profitable overall! :)
Polished By Amy thank you! 😊
I am a licensed nail tech in GA do you know if the traveling beauty business is hiring? would you possibly mind sending me a link?
You could research mobile salons in your area online and see which companies cover your location. I'm sure there a some companies that are looking to hire more techs. I know The Glam App is a website you can join, and they send you out on jobs around the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is the link for them www.theglamapp.com/ .
I'm also creating an online course specifially for nail techs/beginners who want to create a mobile nail business! I'll be sharing the details soon. I think it will be very helpful for you! :)
UniQue Patresa where did you study ? I live in Atlanta and I'm looking for a school
Lucero Lopez Atlanta beauty academy in doraville ga, there's also issn in Sandy springs, they r cleaner, but more expensive Atlanta beauty academy is cheap but u get the basics, they refill everything in your kit except the liquid and powder. but u still may want to replace what they give u with things you like, it will better your education, I was successful there because I implemented as much as I could while I was there.giid luck to you
Polished By Amy that would be great.. Did u do the video already?? Tfs
is there a school I can go to without GED
I'm not sure! Definitely do some research in your state or for the college you'd like to attend and they should tell you :)
😕😟😰chipped nails!!😆😉just joking
Are you talking about mine? Because they're acrylic I sculpted just before this video, with negative space nail art and rhinestones lol
Polished By Amy oo so it is negative space.....I tried to make something sensible out of it but at the end I thought it's chipped nails. 😅😅😂😂...I cud have seen properly ....sry😅
i wish my nails chipped this perfectly lol
Please get a shirt that fits and leave your hair alone. All that fiddling is really annoying.
Thank you so much for watching!
You clicked on HER video, you don’t have to be here..
Polished By Amy love the positive response
shirt looks good, hair is nice and straight Thanks for the info!!
F*ck off then? There are shirts that are made to be off the shoulder like this