Free Guide: Beginner Nail Tech Foundations
If you’re a beginner nail tech (certified or self-taught) and the business side feels overwhelming, this guide will give you a clear starting point.
You’ll learn what matters first—so you can set yourself up professionally and confidently.
Created by Amelie of Totally Polished — nail educator + mentor for beginner techs.
In this free guide, you’ll get:
A simple breakdown of nail anatomy + when to say no
A beginner-friendly sanitation routine you can follow every client
The 3 core policies that protect your time, money, and energy
Client communication scripts for awkward moments (pricing, policies, inspo, after-hours)
A checklist for setting up your nail space (clean, efficient, client-ready)
Product basics so you can build a starter kit without overspending
A 7-day “get started” checklist to pull it all together
This guide is for you if:
You’re certified or self-taught
You’re getting ready to take clients (or you just started)
You want to feel legit, protected, and confident behind the table