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Nail art, techniques and products are constantly changing and evolving, and as technicians, we need to evolve with them. 🖤
Viki from @sassnailartistry created this incredible hands-on training session to help nail techs of all skill levels refine their technique, build confidence and learn something new.
I've been using chrome for over 10 years, and guess what? I STILL LEARNT SO MUCH. There is always room to grow, no matter how experienced you are. That's the beauty of education when you're willing to keep showing up and stay curious.
And can we talk about @beeladynails.and.goods for a minute?!
Tori has created a beautiful space for nail techs to learn, teach, connect and shop. A walk-in nail supply store where you can physically see, touch, try and feel the products before buying? Something I've wanted to see more of in Melbourne for so long!
It's easy to underestimate the work that goes into creating spaces like this, so I'm bloody grateful Tori has put in the time, energy and passion to make it happen.
Education keeps us evolving. Community keeps us connected. And spaces like this help our industry grow.
Keep your eyes peeled for future training opportunities at @beeladynails.and.goods. You never know what you might learn, even after 10+ years behind the desk. ✨

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Watch me learn a new skill.
Stage 1. Day 1 & 2.
Had the most amazing one on one class with Bee Lady Nail’s founder @uptotori who is so incredibly sweet and passionate about what she does. Tori made the class fun and I learned so much from her. We had many laughs together as it turns out, we have similar personalities and share the same sense of humour.
Her learning space is beautiful and the store is perfect. I am so glad I found this course. Tori’s teaching style perfectly matches my learning style.
I am so excited to see what else she has in store for me in the coming weeks.
For now, while I wait for stage 2 & 3 of the course, I have learned enough and gained enough confidence from Tori to do the basics on my own at home.

#beeladynailsandgoods #japanesegelnails #babynailtech #japanesegelnailtraining #nailcourse

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Hello to all the new faces here! 🐝🤍

We thought this would be a lovely time to introduce ourselves and share a little about why we call Bee Lady Nails & Goods.

While bees are busy collecting honey from flowers, they’re also helping those flowers pollinate, bloom and eventually bear fruit.

That’s where the idea of Bee Lady came from.

While bringing you all the nail goodies we love, we also want to share the knowledge, techniques that can help you grow your skills and create nail work you’re proud of.

Because to us, Bee Lady has never been just about selling nail products. It’s about what those products, together with the right knowledge, can help you create.

And that’s the meaning behind Bee Lady Nails & Goods. 🌼

Thank you for being here and for taking an interest in what we do. It really means a lot to us.

We hope to keep sharing things you’ll find useful, bringing you lovely nail goodies, and making Bee Lady a little place you enjoy coming back to.

So happy to have you here! 🐝🌼

Melbourne Nail supply store | Nail artist | Japanese Gel Nails

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Kokoist Level 1 & 2 Certified! 💅 ✨

A few years ago, I was just playing around with nail polish when I decided to take an e-file course to neaten my own nails. That was my very first introduction to Kokoist and Japanese gel.

I fell in love with the balance of structure and artistry that can be made with Japanese gel. One full gel course and multiple workshops later, I decided to fully dive into learning the ins and outs of the Kokoist system.

I am proud to have officially completed the Kokoist level 1 & 2 certification course. Many thanks to @uptotori for guiding and mentoring me every step of the way! 💖

To my amazing clients: thank you for trusting me, helping me hone my skills, and allowing me to develop my artistry. I can’t wait to welcome both familiar and new faces to the studio to share my love for Japanese gel nails!

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In our last post, we talked about why stronger doesn’t always mean harder.

Today, let’s put that balance into practice. 💅🏽
Here’s how I create a slim, balanced structure using Nail Thoughts Honey Tea Builder Base.

The goal isn’t to make the entire nail thicker. It’s to place the gel where the nail needs support—building a gentle apex while keeping the free edge light and natural-looking.

About this product:
@nailthoughts Honey Tea is a semi-hard, soak-off builder base with a sheer warm nude finish. Base, builder and colour—all in one bottle. 🍯

Watch closely to see where I place the product and how I guide it into shape.

Save this for your next structured gel manicure. 🐝

Nail Thoughts Australia | Builder Gel Tutorial | Structured Gel Manicure | Nail Supply Store Melbourne

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Are you sponge buffing evenly? 🙋🏻‍♀️

Here are 3 signs you may need to adjust your technique:

1. Shiny patches remain on the nail surface
2. Some areas appear more heavily buffed than others
3. You keep returning to the same area to correct it

The goal of sponge buffing isn’t to remove more of the natural nail. It’s to prepare the entire surface gently and evenly, without repeatedly buffing the same area.

Try starting from the free edge and working towards the cuticle area, moving section by section. Following a clear order can help you maintain even pressure and avoid missing small areas along the way.

🔖 Save this post for your next practice session and follow the tutorial step by step

Sponge buffing may seem like a small part of nail preparation, but learning how to control the angle, pressure and movement creates a stronger foundation for every step that follows.

These are the details we practise closely in our Japanese Gel Nail Essential Skills Course and Full Career Course — helping students build correct techniques from the beginning and understand what to look for as they work.

📣 This September will be our final group intake for the year in Melbourne.

Visit the link in bio to explore our courses, or email 💌tori@beeladynails.com for course enquiries

Nail tutorials | Nail Prep | Melbourne Nail Course | Nail Education | Nail Supply Store

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From Dual Forms → to THIS 🔥
And yes, these are my students’ results.

Yesterday I had my first private 2:1 Dual Forms training in the new space with Tori & Myki🤍 A full day of learning new techniques, refining skills, creativity and lots of love for our craft.

Tori is already an experienced nail artist and the owner of bee lady supply, while Mikey’s passion and excitement for learning new techniques was honestly such a pleasure to see. 🥹

This is exactly what I love about private 1:1 & 2:1 education — it’s not one program for everyone. Every training is customised around YOU, your current skills and what you actually want to improve. More attention, more questions, immediate corrections and lots of hands-on practice.

You’ll work with professional, high-quality products and learn techniques I actually use behind the nail desk. After 6+ years in the industry, I’m still enjoying working with clients — so what I teach comes from real salon experience, not only theory.

And this is just the beginning for my new Melbourne education space, specialising in hard gel, Dual Forms & modern extension techniques. 🎓

First students. First results. And I couldn’t be happier. 🤍

Ready to level up your work?
DM me “EDUCATION” for upcoming 1:1 & 2:1 training dates or check musespace.au

#melbournenaileducation #dualformstraining #nailtrainingmelbourne #melbournenailtech #hardgeleducation

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KOKOIST Bottle ‘N Go Colour Gel
BC-12 Beige Pink 🥯

A sheer milky nude beige with a soft, natural finish.

Sheer colours can be the most challenging to apply evenly, but BC-12 features a smooth, self-levelling formula that helps create a clean, streak-free application with ease.

✨ Medium sheer coverage
✨ Smooth, lightweight consistency that’s easy to control
✨ Beginner-friendly rounded bottle brush
✨ HEMA-Free & TPO-Free formula

The classic KOKOIST colour quality, now in a bottle for faster, easier application.

Available now at Bee Lady Nails & Goods.

Melbourne Nail supply store | KOKOIST Australia | Japanese Gel Products

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I thought blending in was the safest way to succeed.

Neutral feeds. Beige branding. "Wearable" nails. Playing small because I thought that's what people wanted.

But the funny thing is... the clients who found me weren't looking for another copy of everyone else. They were looking for someone who wasn't afraid to create.

So I stopped shrinking. I embraced the weird, the colourful, the editorial, the maximalist. Along the way I became an award-winning nail artist, worked with celebrities, and built a business that finally feels like home.

If you're looking for a nail tech who'll encourage you to express yourself instead of playing it safe... welcome. 🫶🏻🪩✨

This room used to look like every Pinterest nail studio.

It was pretty... but it didn't inspire me.

Today, every shelf, every colour, every light and every tiny detail has been chosen because it sparks joy—for me and for the people who sit across from me.

Your nail appointment shouldn't feel like another errand. It should feel like stepping into a space where creativity is celebrated and you can simply exist.

The best salons don't copy trends. They reflect the person behind them.

I had to master the basics.

Not because simple nails are "less than."

But because every extraordinary set starts with the fundamentals.

Healthy nail prep. Clean cuticle work. Thoughtful structure. Product knowledge. Understanding why something works—not just how to copy it.

The wild 3D designs, intricate hand-painted art and editorial sets you see on my page only exist because they're built on a strong foundation.

Anyone can add glitter. Anyone can stick on charms.

But creating nails that are both beautiful and built to last? That starts with mastering the basics.

Because the art gets the likes... The foundation is what keeps your nails looking incredible weeks later. 💖

I had to keep learning.

Because the day you think you know everything is the day you stop growing.

Over the last five years, I've invested in more than 15 advanced courses, workshops and masterclasses, learning from some of Australia's most respected nail educators. Every class challenged me to refine my techniques, question what I thought I knew,

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Today’s Stamping Basics Workshop 💛

One of my favourite things about teaching is watching that little moment when everything finally “clicks”.

Today we focused on the fundamentals of nail stamping—something that looks simple, but actually takes a lot of practice to master. The biggest challenges? Getting a clean, full image onto the stamper and transferring it neatly onto the nail.

By the end of the workshop, every single student successfully completed a full transfer, and we even had time to play with isolated chrome. ✨ It was so rewarding to see everyone’s confidence grow throughout the afternoon.

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us today. I hope you left feeling excited to go home and keep creating. 🫶🏻

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What’s the difference between a Bee Lady Studio Nail Workshop and our Bee Lady Artist Nail Workshops?

Our Artist Nail Workshops are all about learning an educator’s signature nail art style, unique techniques, and creative design approach.

Our Studio Nail Workshops are a little different.

These classes focus on helping you confidently use the products you’ve invested in. We break down the fundamentals, troubleshoot common mistakes, and make sure you leave knowing how to get consistent results at home or in the salon.

No complicated nail art. Just practical techniques, product knowledge, and plenty of hands-on practice.

If you’re looking for a more approachable way to build your nail skills before jumping into advanced art classes, these workshops are the perfect place to start. 💛

Melbourne Nail Workshop | Nail Education

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Airbrush workshop complete ✅ Such a beautiful and fun day of learning, I’m so excited to show y’all my new skills (pending some airbrush cleaner I’ll brb)

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Cuticle nipper control takes practice ✂️
Small angle changes can make a big difference when working safely around the skin.

In this video, sharing a few beginner-friendly tips for using a cuticle nipper more carefully and comfortably.

Learning the correct angle and how to see the cuticle clearly can help avoid overcutting and build cleaner prep habits step by step 🤍

Japanese Gel Nail Education Melbourne
Nail Workshops & Professional Nail Training
Available at Bee Lady Nails & Goods

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