Posts by Sophia LoDico

If you’ve ever wondered what the best part about being a nail tech is, most people assume it’s the designs or the creativity. While that’s definitely a part of it, the real answer for me is the people. The best part of this job is the client interactions and the relationships that come from them.…

If you’ve ever sat in the chair and wondered what a nail tech is thinking during your appointment, the answer is…a lot more than you’d expect. While it might look like I’m just focusing on painting or shaping, there’s actually a constant stream of decisions happening to make sure your nails turn out clean, balanced,…

If you’re starting out and wondering how long it takes to get good at doing nails, the honest answer is it’s a process. Looking back at my first sets compared to now, the difference comes down to practice, consistency, and learning from every single appointment. When I first started, my focus was just getting through…

If you’ve ever thought about starting your own nail business, you might be wondering how to start doing nails from home, or in my case, from a dorm. What started as me doing my own nails turned into something much bigger, and it honestly all began with one person willing to trust me. I’ve always…

If you’re looking for nail design inspiration or trying to decide what to get for your next set, I always say the best ideas come from real sets that have already worked. Over time, I’ve done a lot of different styles—but a few stand out as my absolute favorites. These are the sets that were…