Totally Polished:

Beginner-Friendly Gel Nail Education — Courses, Resources & Mentoring for Growing Nail Techs

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.

Downloads & Tools

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

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)


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

  • Clear, no-fluff education

  • Real techniques from a working nail tech

  • Supportive, no-gatekeeping community

  • Resources designed for beginners

  • Honest guidance you can trust

ALSO OFFERING

Gel Nail Services in Kelowna

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