Nail Technician Career Profile, Salary & Job Outlook
What does a Nail Technician do?
Nail technicians provide manicures and pedicures for clients. They clean nails, shape the ends and perform cuticle maintenance. In addition, they ensure all nail instruments and equipment are properly sanitized and safe for client use.
How much does a Nail Technician make?
According to Ziprecruiter, Nail Technicians make a national average of $33,077 or $15.90 an hour (as of April 2022). Entry-level nail technicians make around $23,500 annually, with senior-level nail technicians making $37,000 a year. This wide range also depends on skill, seniority, company, and location.
What impact does this career have on the beauty industry?
Nail technicians help their customers maintain their nail health. They also allow clients to relax and practice self-care. Clients who receive manicures may have more confidence due to an improved appearance.
What is the job outlook for a Nail Technician?
Analysts forecast that global beauty industry revenue will reach $716 billion by 2025. In addition, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), job opportunities in the manicuring field are expected to increase at a rate of 33% during the 2020-2030 decade.
Learn From:
Jenny B. Fine, Beauty Business Essentials contributor,
Executive Editor of Beauty, WWD & Beauty Inc.
How to kick off your career:
- Familiarize yourself with health and safety protocols.
- Practice your skills and build a nail art portfolio.
- Explore the FIT x Beauty Inc. Beauty Business Essentials online course.
- Download Yellowbrick’s Ultimate Beauty Career Guide.
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