Whether acrylic or gel nails: The results of your nail modeling are only as good as the brushes you use to apply and distribute the gels. As a leading manufacturer of beautiful colored gels , emmi®NAIL also offers you high-quality accessories for a wide variety of nail designs . In this category, discover our nail art brushes for various applications – from swirls and comb brushes to brush sets. With a nail art brush from emmi®NAIL, even the most complicated nail design is effortless. Brushes and swirls deliver professional results when modeling in the nail salon .

1. What requirements do I have to meet to open a nail salon?

In principle, anyone can open a nail salon, whether with or without training. However, we strongly recommend that you build your professional success on a solid foundation and complete an apprenticeship as a nail designer at emmi®NAIL.

In our professional training courses, we teach you the necessary fundamentals and extensive practical applications of our products with great attention to detail and the highest quality standards. Our experienced trainers will give you insights into the latest nail design techniques , the most modern products , and the latest trends . Our training courses are tailored to your individual needs.

In addition to the basics of health, you will also learn about product chemistry and hygiene regulations and receive important information:

• Introduction to accounting
• Cost breakdown for a nail salon
• Cash book
• Advertising opportunities
• Business registration & administrative procedures
• Funding offers
• Profit & loss statements
• Create a business account / conduct business
• Tips from the pros

2. How can I register my business?

To open your nail salon, you must register with the local authority and apply for a business registration. The relevant authority will then inform

• the tax office
• the professional association
• the Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• the local court for the commercial register entry
• the trade supervisory authority

Typically, registering a business costs approximately €50-80. This varies depending on the state and the size of the business.

3. How can my nail salon be successful?

• Stand out from the competition
  Your strengths and your business idea must be immediately recognizable. If you're flexible, perhaps you could open a mobile nail salon that reaches people at home without them having to travel to a salon. Or do you want to open a nail salon for men and see that as your target audience? Why not offer additional services like false eyelashes or pedicures, or focus on vegan nail design? You know best what suits you and what's still needed in your town or city. No matter what, be different from the others is the motto.
• Customer service is more important than ever
  Your success depends entirely on how you approach customers and how you handle problems and complaints. Your customers need to feel welcome and comfortable in your studio and with you from the very first moment. This includes music, drinks, snacks, and your scheduling. Ask customers what they want to hear, offer free drinks, and schedule your appointments so no one has to wait and you can even squeeze in a nail emergency every now and then. Your work and your company need to be top of mind for customers. Connect with them on social media, host small events, or find personalized appointment cards.
• Where should I open my nail salon?
  One of the most important success factors for your nail salon is the location. Customers need to find your salon first. So, find a location where you'll have a lot of foot traffic. This could be a busy pedestrian zone or a shopping center, for example. The farther you are from customers, the more advertising you'll need to do to get noticed. And advertising is expensive. On the other hand, in a residential area, for example, you can offer parking, and the atmosphere is generally quieter.

• Also take a close look at your competition: Where are the nearest nail salons
  Are there any beauty salons or hairdressers nearby that offer additional services?
  What does my competition offer and at what price?
  How long is the waiting time for an appointment?
  Even go incognito to the competition for treatment
  You should also consider whether you can accommodate your studio in a separate area of your home or whether you want to rent a property. In any case, the furnishings should both suit your aesthetic and meet your hygiene requirements.

• Set up your place so that people will want to come and stay.
  A little luxury and relaxation is what customers want in your nail salon. You should choose the colors, decor, and furniture in your salon so that they invite them to unwind and match your services and target audience. If you offer high-quality work at appropriate prices, the ambiance should also be of correspondingly high quality and harmonious. You can find the appropriate nail salon equipment, such as dust extraction or work tables, in our Equipment category.
• Find qualified employees.
  Your employees are a crucial factor in your professional success. You'll be spending a lot of time with them, so they should be a good fit and support your business idea. You won't have a lot of money in the bank at the beginning. Nevertheless, you should pay your employees fairly. If your employees are happy, they'll be happy and reliable at work, bringing you significant added value.

How do I keep track of my finances?

It may sound complicated at first, but the easiest way is to enter all your expenses into a spreadsheet . Opening a new business often involves large expenses. You're already spending on equipment, supplies, and advertising, but you're not taking in any income. And once you're up and running, the daily revenue you generate will only slowly increase.

To get a good overview of your income and expenses for both your bank and yourself, you can easily work with a spreadsheet. If the items become more extensive, there are also easy-to-understand programs that help you with planning and overview . It's important that you have an overall overview of how much money you need to spend initially and regularly thereafter, as well as what costs you will incur, how much money you have initially or need from the bank, and what monthly income you can expect. A carefully prepared business plan isn't as complicated as you might think. Go for it; it's essential for your success!

Redeem your activation and placement voucher

The Emmi Academy is one of the few AZAV-accredited continuing education providers for seminars in nail design and eyelash styling. AZAV stands for the Accreditation and Admission Regulation for Employment Promotion. This accreditation entitles the Emmi Academy to accept the activation and continuing education voucher . Through this certification and regular annual audits, we guarantee the same high quality of training content at all Emmi Academy locations. Each seminar leader has passed the trainer aptitude test.

The emmi®Academy

With our training courses, you can easily enter the world of nail design:
All Emmi® Academy trainers impart comprehensive specialist knowledge of all application techniques in a practical and easy-to-understand manner.
It is particularly important to all instructors to provide a personal and individual approach to each participant. At 15 locations
In Germany, Emmi® Academy offers training opportunities.

With our professional training courses and attractive price-performance ratio, we offer the opportunity to become a
To successfully establish yourself as a nail designer. Our basic courses prepare beginners for nail modelling – in our
Advanced courses will further expand your existing knowledge. Our courses expand your creative freedom and provide
You have the opportunity to always implement new ideas for your customers.