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COVID-19 Precautions

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We currently have new rules and regulations to follow to ensure the safety of our clients and our specialists. Please read and follow these new guidelines when coming into the salon. Thank you!

What we need you to do…

  • Make an appointment online first at http://www.naileditaustin.com (No Walk-Ins at this time)
  • Please SCREEN YOURSELF for symptoms of COVID-19 the day of your appointment. If you feel sick, please call, text or email us to cancel your appointment *temporary cancellation policy in place, only no-shows will charged 100% of the scheduled services*
  • You may come inside to wait for your service to begin but doors of the salon are kept locked at all times. Please come to the door so we know you have arrived.
  • You may also WAIT IN YOUR CAR until your nail specialist is ready for you, if you would prefer but please send us a quick text at (512) 825-4583 telling us you have arrived for your appointment and we’ll come outside to let you know we are ready for you.
  • Maintain 6′ SOCIAL DISTANCING inside and outside the salon
  • Face coverings will be worn by our specialists but are OPTIONAL for clients.
  • Go straight to the sink or bathroom to WASH YOUR HANDS
  • Please wash your hands BEFORE handling nail polish bottles
  • We prefer contact-less payments like Apple pay, Google pay, cards that can be tapped for payment but we will also accept chip and swip cards as well as cash. We also have options like Venmo (@nailed_it_austin) and Paypal (Paypal.me/naileditaustin) available

What we are doing…

  • We will screen all Specialist for symptoms of COVID-19, including temperature checks, and will be sent home if symptoms are present
  • All Specialists have been informed and trained on new cleaning procedures
  • We will wear masks at all times
  • We will, like always, thoroughly sanitize our stations after each client but before the next client is seated for services
  • We always use clean towels for each new service
  • We have removed all magazines from the salon

Nails 101

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Clients often ask me how to grow their nails and keep them looking freshly manicured. There are several things you can do every day to keep them looking strong and healthy!

  • Dont use your nails as tools, treat them like jewels! Use another part of your hand or an object to perform tasks like fasten things, dial a phone or opening a soda can, not your nails!
  • Protect your nails from the wrong kind of moisture. I know this sounds counter-intuitive, but the wrong kind of moisture can really do a number on your nails. Whenever possible wear gloves while doing the dishes, gardening or when handling any cleaning products. The right way to moisturize your nails, in my professional opinion, is to drink plenty of water and use a salve or oil like NailTek RENEW Cuticle Oil after washing your hands and before bed. Find a hand remedy like NailTek that has tea tree oil in it, which is also really helpful for those of you who pick at your cuticles! The tea tree oil kills bacteria in any open wounds and the more often you use it, the less your cuticles will dry and tempt you. Its a win win!
  • Sensibly grow your nails. The length of your nails really depends on your individual activity level and lifestyle. Your nails should not extend any longer then one-third the length of your nail bed. Keeping your nails all the same length and nicely shaped, squared, or rounded will help them stay strong.
  • Use NailTek! Their nail treatments really do work! Most clients need the NailTek II but there are different formulas for different nail problems. Polishing your nails once a day with the NailTek product right for you in conjunction with the tips I have provided, you will have stunningly beautiful nails in no time!