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How to open a NEW Nail Salon?

First Time Entrepreneur

Running a nail salon seems easy and simple, which is why it’s a popular choice for most of the first time entrepreneur. Having been in the industry for more than 10 years, I’m more than happy to share some of my experience with you here!

If you possess these essential elements, you’re ready to go:
  • Interests and basic knowledge about nail grooming
  • Market research on the industry
  • Study on target customers (segmentation)
  • Pricing strategies
  • Shop location

Professional Tools to Keep the Business Going

After the preliminaries, it’s not just the table and a bunch of professional tools to keep the business going. Even if you’re only investing to the business, not physically being a manicurist, having some basic understanding of the procedures and skills is necessary; so that you could manage the hiring procedures and do quality management etc.

Below are some courses, which could equip you regarding this, and they are OPI certified!


On the other hand, outlining product types, product sources, pricing etc. needs to be taken into consideration . I would suggest using a few brands so clients will have more choices; yet most importantly it’s because different nail types would need different formulas (a maximum of 4 brands will be ideal otherwise it will be too difficult to control). In addition, please do spend some time and effort on nail care products as they are very important ancillary tools for making your service a complete and professional one.

Consultation Service for runnig your own Dream Salon

Besides nail courses, we also offer consultation services with consultation fee for HK$800/hr regarding different products’ attributes; solution on product supplies etc. Hopefully you can get the most up-to-date information and assistance from us for running your own dream salon!




OPI Educator

  • Helen Leung

    20 years of nail care practice with experience of competitions and further educations in nail servicing worldwide Led Helen to open Rainbow Nails in 2004. After a lot of different international and professional qualifications, she was honorably authorized by OPI to become an Official OPI Educator in 2005. This big step gave her chances to be invited by OPI to learn and test latest nail technology and products every year at different countries.

    Helen has over the last 20 years served thousands of customers from different corners around the world, that include professionals, artistes and celebrities. Helen also has experience of participation in different mega professional events, e.g. 2011 OPI new product launch in Malaysia, Cosmoprof Asia of 2009 and Elle Event, has helped make Helen one of the very best Nail Professionals in Hong Kong, some would even in the rest of the world!