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The Big Book 2016/2017

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90 | NAILS MAGAZINE | 2016-2017 THE BIG BOOK HOW TO DO EVERYTHING BETTER GUIDE: ... EVEN BETTER products when you complete their course and purchase a kit. Training and kits range anywhere from about $350 to $1,200. Aside from obtaining any necessary basic licenses, it's also important to consider start-up costs for offering eyelash extension services to clients. Expenses may include a bed or reclining chair for the client, (which can be found for less than $200), good lighting, and the products for application. The time required for application varies by technician experience and pricing structure. Some stylists charge a flat rate for a full set, while others charge by the lash. The average range is $150-$200+ to apply a complete new set of lash extensions. Like acrylic nails, lash extensions require fills. It is recommended clients come in every two weeks for a fill at a price of around $60-$100. A technician's income can increase dramatically if she is good at lashes and can do them quickly. Spray Tanning: Who doesn't love the look of a glowing, sexy, healthy-looking tan? Spray tanning is easy, convenient, and requires little overhead, making it a great addition to your service menu. No specialized license to perform spray tanning is required at this time except in Oregon. The concept is simple: The client comes to the salon, enters a to do it well. There are a number of tutorials online and even places that offer in-person, hands-on training. Eyelash Application: In case you hadn't noticed, eyelash extensions are a glam beauty enhancement that has gone mainstream. Laws regarding licensing for performing eyelash extension application vary from state to state, so again, check with your state board. Most eyelash extension manufacturers do require a license to qualify for their training, and many manufacturers offer trainings, certifications, and discounts on their How to Make More Money by Amping Up Your Offerings Waxing, eyelash extensions, and spray tanning are three popular services you can easily add to your menu to increase your revenue and offer your clients convenience. Here's how: Waxing: Clients love to have smooth, hair-free skin and perfectly shaped brows, and thanks to waxing, both are achievable and affordable. Some states require a general cosmetology or esthetics license to perform waxing, but each state has different rules, so it's important to check with your state board. The process is fairly simple: First, the skin is prepped with a numbing cream, after which a layer of heated wax is applied to the area where hair is being removed. After the wax cools and hardens, it is quickly pulled away, either using a strip of paper or muslin (strip wax) or the fingers (hard wax). Afterward, the wax residue is cleansed from the skin and an oil or lotion is applied to the area to soothe redness. Because the hair is removed from the roots, results last longer than most other hair removal methods, and hair regrowth often becomes softer. Results generally last three to five weeks. While waxing is easy to learn, it takes some practice to learn >>> PROMOTE

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