This week, thousands of manicurists are set to increase their prices as part of a nationwide campaign to ensure they earn below minimum wage.
National Nail Tech Fee Increase Day is scheduled to be held on Monday (April 8), with technicians and salons across the country agreeing to increase the prices they charge to cover increasing costs.
The campaign is sponsored by The Nail Tech Org, whose data shows the average manicurist earns less than £7 an hour, compared to the minimum wage of £11.44.
The cost of nails varies depending on where you are in the country and what type of procedure you have, but prices can increase by up to 50% to avoid undercutting salon and technician fees. It is considered. than they are paying various costs.
According to organizers, the aim of raising prices nationwide on the same day is to normalize soaring prices and raise awareness.
Here, Yahoo News UK looks at what National Nail Technology Price Increase Day is and what it means.
What is National Nail Tech Price Increase Day?
National Nail Tech Price Increase Day was held on Monday (April 8), with thousands of nail artists across the country agreeing to raise their prices all at once.
It's hosted by The Nail Tech Org, and research we collect from our members reveals that many of our members only earn around £7 an hour, after all the costs they have to pay. That's what it means.
“We gathered insights and data from NTO members over the past few weeks to understand the real state of the nail tech economics…and we can't believe what we discovered,” the Instagram post said. “After being shocked by a few things,” he said. As a result of the statistics we found, we knew we needed to make a change, and in support of National Nail Technology Price Increase Day, we are ready to do just that.
“Join us and hundreds of other nail techs across the industry to learn about each other's costs of running a nail tech business and come together to support and empower each other to properly drive costs.” please.”
Another posted: “We already know that pricing is a huge issue within our industry, but the only way to tackle this issue is to do what we do best…together.” added.
Inviting members to join Raise Price Day on Monday, they said: “Our research shows that many nail technicians are working below minimum wage. Nail technicians are empowered and supported. “I created this day so that we could come together and unite,” he said. Raise prices appropriately (if necessary) while creating a new normal.
“We deserve to be paid a fair wage for the work we do and the services we provide. This is more than just a campaign. We want nail artists like you to not only succeed, but to run a sustainable society. This is a movement to help you do the same thing.” Work! “
What is a manicurist?
Nail technicians are trained to perform a variety of nail treatments, from applying different types of polish and extensions to repairing and removing extensions, nails, and polish.
Training and what different nail technicians do varies by location, but you may need education on: How to apply and remove different polishes. Nail artistry. Disinfection and hygiene practices. Health and Safety; Nail Anatomy and Physiology, Nail Diseases and Disorders.
According to the government's careers website, the average annual salary for a nail technician is £15,500 for a new entrant, and £22,000 for an experienced nail technician. However, many people suggest that by the time they have paid all the associated costs of a job, they actually earn less than minimum wage.
Who is supporting National Nail Tech Price Increase Day?
The campaign has gained support from nail artists across the country, with many saying they will participate on the day of the price increase and explaining the reasons to their customers.
One person said gel nails cost £40 to apply, but they were complaining it was too expensive, while another said they had been absorbing rising costs but could no longer afford to pay.
Another said, “This is usually one of the least profitable treatments.”
In addition to encouraging nail artists to participate in the campaign, Nail Tech Org created a free pricing course for members. This course includes a current income calculator, a pricing calculator, and his two masterclasses to help members start raising prices on their own.
What other changes happened this week regarding employment?
The campaign around nail technicians comes amid other changes in the world of employment-based work.
Three major new laws came into effect on Saturday, all centered around employee rights in the workplace.
They have changed the way employers deal with flexible working, unpaid leave for staff who are carers, and redundancies during pregnancy.
When it comes to flexible working, this law change means you have the right to ask your employer if you can work flexibly from your first day of employment, not just if you've worked for more than 26 weeks.
Additionally, under the Carer's Leave Act, which came into effect on Saturday, employees who are carers can take up to one week of unpaid leave every 12 months, which equates to five days for most people.
Workplace protections for pregnant women were also extended from Saturday as part of the Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Act 2023.
