And it's bringing about a golden age of fake nails.
says the salon where she works has been shuttered by the state government for three weeks and counting. "Thankfully, I still have a full-time job that allows me to work from home. However, all nail business for me has ceased," she tellsBarnett has been selling custom press-on nails online for some time now. "I am a working mom, and I understand that sometimes you want to let your hair down and get fancy but also need to get back to the grind when you're done," she says.
By chance, she had already ordered a selection of plain press-on nails in various shapes and sizes and saw a perfect opportunity to make some extra money during her salon's shutdown. "I am looking after my parents and nana during this time, so I am lucky that I can combine posting and doorstep dropoffs with shopping and essential care for them," she explains.Walker's press-on sales aren't just about making money, either.
If you have a local nail artist you'd like to support, it's worth reaching out or looking at their social media pages to see if they're offering similar services. The fastest way to get more details on pricing, which varies greatly from artist to artist, is to ask in their Instagram DMs. The way each artist accepts payments also varies, depending on what digital banking and money transfer services you and your artist use.
Ordering a custom set from your local nail technician or any of the nail artists above can help you just as much as it can help them. "During times of stress and anxiety, self-care is important," Barnett says. "Taking five minutes to apply a gorgeous set of nails may make someone feel a little more confident and at ease.
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