Who is a manicure master and what does he do?

The service sector is one of the most demanded in the global economy. Professions from this segment are in demand, because they provide the basic needs of a modern person.

Everyone wants to get an interesting and creative specialty that brings an excellent income, and nail masters can easily be attributed to this category. In this article, we will consider all the pros, cons, descriptions and features of this profession.

For some reason, it is believed that only women are usually a manicurist. In fact, many men have already received this profession. The work is creative, however, a specialist requires well-developed fine motor skills, excellent vision of the color spectrum, as well as the ability to do painstaking work. Beauty goes hand in hand with grooming and health. A manicurist not only applies varnish to the nail plate or creates a special design, a true master of his craft should be able to do a lot.

• The specialist should be well versed in fashion for nail design. You need to constantly improve your qualifications, attend courses and various master classes all the time.
• Quite often, nail service specialists provide massage and spa treatments for nails and hands. Therefore, a truly good master should be able to correctly perform these procedures.
• Without the ability to draw and without love for creativity, a manicure specialist cannot become a real pro.
• In order to correctly implement the ideas of clients, the master must be perfectly versed in the combination of colors. It is also important to be able to combine varnishes of different shades.
• In modern manicure, not only varnishes are often used, but also various decorative ornaments (stones, rhinestones, sparkles). The master must know everything about these materials.
• A nail service specialist must understand which materials are of the highest quality. The funds should not harm the client's health, so the craftsmen must know everything about the means used.
• The specialist must be able to masterfully build nails. And also he must tell the client how to properly care for such nails when it will be necessary to re-undergo the procedure.
• A manicurist should know everything about the structure of the nail plate, as well as the proper care of the nail and cuticle.
• The list of necessary knowledge of a real professional includes knowledge of the basics of dermatology. The master must understand what is the cause of the nail disease, and how this problem can be solved.
• It is important to follow the rules of hygiene and sanitation, which are described in the very first lesson in manicure courses. If necessary, the foreman should be able to provide first aid.

One of the advantages of this profession is that it is in great demand. Every year more and more women and men want to have a perfect manicure. The relevance of the profession is growing, so a good master will always have a job. Another plus is that the master can choose the format of work: take it at home, or get a job in a beauty salon. The specialist can also choose a schedule according to his capabilities and wishes. If the appointment takes place at home, then clients come by appointment. Accordingly, the number of clients directly depends on the employment of the master. Manicure can be made the main source of income or a highly paid part-time job.

You can learn the art of creating a beautiful manicure very quickly. Short-term courses usually last about 3 months. You can improve your skills by working in the salon. The advantage of the profession is excellent career opportunities. The master is constantly improving his profession. Taking part in numerous courses, exhibitions and competitions, a specialist can "grow" to the opening of his own salon. And you can also become a teacher in courses. To create a manicure, you must have an artistic talent. Here you need to show your creative side and try to create the most interesting patterns, as well as follow new fashion trends.

In the process of work, the master not only hones his professionalism, but also "trains" communication skills. The ability to communicate will come in handy everywhere. The disadvantage of the profession is the need to buy a huge amount of different varnishes, as well as nail care products. You will need to take care of purchasing a special device for drying the varnish coating. However, these costs are relevant only if the master opens a salon at home. Many salons provide their employees with everything they need.

The lack of a fixed income can also be called a disadvantage. In this area, wages directly depend on the efficiency, qualifications of the foreman and the number of clients. If you have regular customers, then the master will always get good money. And you also need to understand that this profession involves sedentary work, which is very bad for health. It is important to stretch your spine from time to time and do light exercises. The use of chemical compounds can adversely affect the health of the master. The specialist must always observe safety precautions and carry out the procedure according to a certain algorithm.

This term originates from French and means “hand care”. However, history remembers many cases when nails were decorated not only by beautiful ladies, but also by warriors.Roman legionnaires painted their nails with scarlet paint, believing that in this way they would be able to strengthen their own fighting spirit.

In the era of the nobility, well-groomed nails were considered a sign of wealth. After all, only a rich man could afford to keep his nails in perfect condition. For example, in Central Asia, young girls were sure to do their own manicure, because otherwise they could simply not be married. Married ladies used beautiful metal onlays, attaching them to their own nails.

The profession includes many job responsibilities. A master not only needs to know everything about nail design. The specialist must be able to prepare nails and skin for subsequent work. A classic manicure consists of the following activities:

• preliminary preparation of nail plates;
• removing or pushing back the cuticle;
• shaping the nail;
• baths and massage for hands;
• if there are any damages on the nails, the master must solve this problem;
• extension of length (when it comes to shellac);
• conducting wellness procedures.

Only when the nail is prepared and has a definite shape, you can start staining. The choice of options is huge: ordinary varnish, gel or acrylic compounds, paint the nail with rubbing, painting or metal elements. Quite often, a manicure is complemented by rhinestones or author's drawings.

A large number of different requirements are presented to the master.

To be a good manicure specialist, you need to have the following qualities:

• fine motor skills should be well developed;
• you must have good eyesight;
• excellent understanding of color matching;
• accuracy and perseverance;
• stress resistance and sociability;
• a responsibility.

A nail service specialist should have an idea of ​​working according to sanitary and hygienic standards. He must carry out procedures in accordance with special rules. This applies to work with both normal nails and problem nails. It is necessary to be able to do both hygienic manicure and take care of the skin on the hands.

Training, as well as advanced training, is necessary for any specialist. They will help the master in many areas:

• find out about new products in nail fashion;
• will allow you to develop in the profession;
• after training, documents on the completion of courses are usually issued (for the client, they can become an additional confirmation of the specialist's skill);
• improve communication skills;
• will allow you to find out the latest information about the rules of the procedures.

Depending on the specifics of the courses, the master may receive certain documents.

• Document (state sample). Each document has its own number. The certificate acts as a confirmation of the completion of the courses, and the diploma is presented in hardcover and an extract of grades.
• Form. This document can be called a certificate, certificate or certificate (as the organization conducting the courses deems necessary).
• Document (international sample). This document is quoted in any country, with it it is quite possible to get a job abroad. However, in this case, you will need confirmation and a certified translation from a notary. If the document was created in English, then you do not need to contact a notary.

Any course consists of the following parts:

• theory;
• practice;
• exam.

The lessons in teaching manicure can be different. All classes are aimed at assimilating knowledge, as well as gaining practical experience that is necessary for any beginner. Lessons can take place in various formats.

• Master Class. The teacher demonstrates all stages of work to the students. For such classes, practicing specialists are usually invited, who clearly show all the nuances of the mastery. Students can then hone their own practice.
• Lecture. The teacher talks about important information and the students listen.
• Seminars. The lesson is conducted in the form of a conversation. Students can ask the teacher a question at any time. The specialist talks about important details and analyzes the mistakes of beginners.
• Practical lesson. Usually these lessons follow theoretical information. Students work on the nails of invited models or on special mannequins.

A manicurist is a highly professional specialist who can find a job in any beauty salon.

The profession presupposes rapid career growth. To realize your own ambitions, the following options are available:

• participation in international or city competitions gives the opportunity to get a prize;
• a good specialist will be able not only to do manicure, but also become a demanded teacher in the courses;
• a master with experience and his own vision of the profession can open his own salon (this requires a good business plan, as well as start-up capital).

Despite the demand for the profession, there is no unambiguous information about earnings. The fact is that each master earns depending on his qualifications and capabilities. Many nuances affect earnings.

• Master's qualification. The better a specialist works, the more he earns.
• Place of work. If a specialist works in a salon, then this organization will take a percentage of the master's work. If you work from home, you can get more money. However, when working at home, you will have to buy the necessary tools and equipment for your money.
• Number of clients. The more orders the master has, the more they will pay him.
• City of residence. In large metropolitan areas, there is a higher chance of making good money. In the provinces, the master will not be so in demand, since in a small town there are fewer people who want to get a manicure.

The difference in earnings can be large. For example, a beginner usually earns about 15 thousand rubles a month, and this is the highest earnings at first.

Opening an impromptu salon in your own apartment is the best solution for an experienced manicurist. The specialist will not need to spend time on the road, or give part of the money to the salon. The craftsman can set a price for his work. However, this option is only possible with an established customer base.

It is possible to calculate the approximate earnings only approximately. For example, if a master receives at least 5 people every day, he will be able to count on earnings of 50 thousand rubles. This amount is quite affordable even for novice specialists.

To have a good income, you must follow the following rules:

• regularly advertise your services on the Internet;
• look for clients among friends and acquaintances;
• maintain a page on social networks and publish photos of your work;
• create interesting offers (offer discounted services, hold promotions).

In any city you can find at least a few nail studios. In such studios, a beginner will be able to gain valuable experience in the profession, however, one cannot hope for a large salary. On average, after an internship, a beginner master will earn no more than 20 thousand. Already more experienced specialists can count on a salary of 35 thousand, as well as on official employment. Big money in such an establishment is difficult to earn. We have to work standard 7-8 hours a day.

The only advantage of this option is that the master does not need to purchase components for his own money. However, the employee must give a certain percentage of the amount earned (approximately 40-45% of the profit) to the salon.

Outbound format is paid higher than home reception. The master comes to the client's home and carries out all the necessary work. This format assumes maximum comfort for the customer. The cost may vary. Usually the prices for the service start from 1200 rubles and go up to 3 thousand. The cost consists not only of the services of the master, but also depends on the time spent on travel. If a pro has at least a dozen of "visiting" clients, then he can earn up to 60 thousand rubles a month.

Moscow is a large metropolis. Life in this city is more expensive than in the periphery. Manicure services are also higher. For example, an average craftsman can earn up to 60 thousand if he works in a studio. You can earn even more at home - about 40%.

This profession has a large number of positive reviews. Experienced experts note that it is very difficult to learn from scratch, however, having filled his hand well, a successful manicure master easily pays for the investment, time and effort.