Nail technician
Description
Nail technicians provide manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. The work involves shaping and treating nails, applying polish and enhancements, creating nail art, advising on care, and providing a pleasant, hygienic service while chatting with clients.
They work in nail salons and spas. The role suits steady-handed, detail-oriented, sociable people who enjoy precise hands-on work and client interaction, can produce consistent, attractive results, maintain strict hygiene, and build the friendly rapport with regular clients that makes nail services a relaxing, repeat-business experience.
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Career path
Labor statistics estimates from 2023–2033