Totally Polished:

Beginner-Friendly Gel Nail Education

Courses, downloadable resources, and 1:1 mentoring to help you build real skills, real confidence, and a business you're proud of.

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Online Courses

Self-paced, theory-based learning for nail techs who want to actually understand what they're doing — not just follow steps.

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Downloads & Tools

Prep checklists, troubleshooting guides, pricing templates, and more — designed to save you time and build your confidence.

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1:1 Mentoring

Personalized support for your nail journey — whether you're figuring out pricing, struggling with lifting, or just need someone in your corner.

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FEATURED COURSE

Before You Begin: Foundations of Professional Gel Nails

A self-paced course for aspiring and growing nail techs who want to understand nail anatomy, safety, client care, and business basics — so you actually know what you're doing and why.

  • Lifetime access to all lessons and downloads

  • Real salon knowledge from a working nail tech

  • Perfect for beginners, self-taught techs, and anyone filling gaps in their training

  • Includes free access to the full resource library (checklists, templates, scripts & more)

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HI, I'M AMELIE

Nail Tech, Educator & Your Biggest Cheerleader

I'm the founder of Totally Polished — an educator, mentor, and working nail tech based in Kelowna, BC. I blend real salon experience with a no-gatekeeping approach to education, so students feel supported, not overwhelmed.

My goal is to help you feel confident, safe, and Totally Polished — whether you're inside my course, on a mentoring call, or just grabbing a free download.

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What You Can Expect

  • A clear understanding of nail anatomy, safety, and prep — not just trends

  • Practical tools you can print, use, and reference in your workspace

  • Confidence to set policies, price your work, and talk to clients

  • A supportive space where no question is too basic

  • Real guidance from someone who's been behind the table for 7+ years

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Gel Nail Services in Kelowna

Clean, structured gel manicures focused on nail health and lasting wear. Not accepting new clients at this time.

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