Nail technician
ねいりすと
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Barbers, Hairdressers, and Beauty Service Occupations
- Minor : Nail Technicians
Summary
A profession that performs nail care and decoration to provide beauty for nails and hands.
Description
Nail technicians assess the condition of nails and perform nail care such as filing and cuticle treatment, providing a variety of designs including coloring, nail art, gel nail application, and sculpturing. They work in salons, beauty parlors, or as freelancers, proposing designs tailored to customer needs and advising on aftercare to support hand health maintenance and aesthetic enhancement.
Future Outlook
With the diversification of the beauty industry, demand for nail technicians with high expertise in nail techniques and original designs is expected to remain stable. Trends toward new work styles, such as customer acquisition via SNS and online design proposals, are expanding.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Interested in fashion and beauty / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Freelance / Personal salon operation / Salon employment / Side job
Career Path
Junior nail technician → Senior nail technician → Chief nail technician → Nail salon manager → Independent business
Required Skills
Application techniques / Gel nail application / Hygiene management / Nail art techniques / Nail care techniques
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (English) / Customer service manners / Product knowledge / Trend analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of fine art and care directly affects the finish. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately hear customer requests and provide reassurance. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is important for proposing diverse designs and colors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because stamina is required to continue long treatments and fine handwork. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are hardly necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- JNA Gel Nail Proficiency Test (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- JNEC Nail Technician Proficiency Test (Grade 3, Grade 2, Grade 1)
Aliases
- Nail artist
- Nail technician
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