This Nail Thoughts certification class is hosted by Katie Masters @nailthoughts and Hilary Dawn Herrera @hilarydawnherrera. It's designed to amplify your product knowledge and application to build a steady clientele that can't get enough!

Who should come: Licensed and/or current nail students with a fundamental and prior knowledge/experience in gel and e-filing. 

This class includes:

• A Nail Thoughts kit of products

• A Nail Thoughts textbook

• Q & A with industry experts Katie Masters and Hilary Dawn Herrera

• A full day of hands on learning from 2 educators

• 30 minute lunch break

• An official certificate to take back to your salon

You will learn:

• Theory portion outlining all the Nail Thoughts products to know all the ins and outs, troubleshooting, and best practices.

• Foundational e-filing, cuticle prep, and manicure prep.

• How to apply a long wearing and beautifully self-leveled natural nail gel overlay using the tinted bases as well as a rebalance process.

• Learn versatile nail art techniques.

Katie Masters and Hilary Dawn Herrera come together to teach you their application processes. The same that have brought in thousands of happy clients and multiple six figures in the course of their careers.

We are delighted to join forces in this one day event to meet you and share with you skills and tips that will help you the rest of your nail career and to officially certify you in the Nail Thoughts x Kokoist product line.

Seats are limited!

Made by KOKOIST, curated by Los Angeles-based nail artist Katie Masters, the Nail Thoughts line of products is a premium bottled gel line with a slightly lower viscosity for ease of application and natural nail wearers.

What you will learn:

• Characteristics of all of the Nail Thoughts Gels & Brushes

• Common mistakes to avoid to prevent service breakdowns

• How to overlay a short nail length

• How to overlay a medium nail length

• How to fill using NTB

• How to rebalance using NTB

• + More

What is Included:

• Nail Thoughts Certificate 

• Detailed assignment feedback

If you want to explore the Nail Thoughts x collection, including its unique product line, brand story, and creative vision, this is the class for you!

What is included:

• Nail Thoughts Product Kit ($250 value)

• Nail Thoughts Textbook

• Nail Thoughts Certificate

What You'll Learn 

• Nail Thoughts Brand History

• NT Product Knowledge

• Proper Nail Prep

• Structured Gel Application

• High-End Finishing Techniques

• Trendy Nail Art Designs

*Last day to register: March 23rd @ 10 AM EST!

This class is designed to focus on Structured Gel Manicures and trendy Nail Art. Let's have some fun and dive in!

What you will learn:

• Nail Thoughts: A History

• Product Knowledge

• Dry Manicuring/ Prep with an E-file

• Structured Overlays (Natural Nails)

• Rebalancing/ Infill

• Troubleshooting: common mistakes

• Katie's (Nail Thoughts) Signature Nail Art techniques

• Trendy Art

This course includes:

• Nail Thoughts Kit (valued at $250)

• Nail Thoughts Textbook

• Nail Thoughts Certificate

*Enrollment Closes - 4/4/25

The Kokoist Double Certification Nail Class offers a comprehensive training program for aspiring nail technicians looking to enhance their skills and advance their careers in the nail industry. You will receive hands-on instruction from certified educator - experienced professional - and gain the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in the competitive field of nail artistry.

You will gain proficiency in nail sculpting, gel application, nail design, and advanced techniques for creating stunning nail art.

Premier (Level 1)

• Learning all things KOKOIST - Products & History

• Nail Prep

• Soft Gel Mani Application

• Color Application

• Gelip Application

• Classic Art

Excel (Level 2)

• Natural Nail Gel Overlay

• Rebalancing (fill)

• Extension with Forms

• Advanced Nail Art Techniques

What is included:

• KOKOIST product kit valued over $250

• KOKOIST text book

• KOKOIST PREMIER (LEVEL 1) CERTIFICATE

• KOKOIST EXCEL (LEVEL 2) CERTIFICATE

• Lunch

Everything you need to know about KOKOIST USA! We'll be going over all of the products in the line, as well as the history of KOKOIST and the overall concept of the brand.

This class is for industry professionals only. Applying to this class as a student currently enrolled in esthetics is also accepted. We are covering advanced topics that require a basic understanding of manicure techniques.

What is included:

• KOKOIST Product Kit (Valued at $300)

• KOKOIST Text Book

• Premier KOKOIST Certificate

• Excel KOKOIST Certificate

• Lunch (please indicate if you have any dietary restrictions)

What you will learn:

• KOKOIST product theory

• KOKOIST prep

• KOKOIST Natural Length Overlays

• KOKOIST Gelips

• Classic Art

• Nail Thoughts Products

• KOKOIST extensions

• KOKOIST Rebalance ("fill")

• Advanced Art

It’s your turn to join the top forces in the industry and discover the elite techniques that clients are obsessed with! In this product and technique workshop, you’ll receive a KOKOIST kit full of high end products. You’ll learn their signature methods to deliver beautiful results, expand your services, and curate more abundance. In one day, you’ll earn both the Premiere and Excel certifications!

What is included:

• KOKOIST product theory on all products (knowledge gives you options!)

• KOKOIST Natural Nail Length Overlays using 3 KOKOIST products

• KOKOIST Extensions with both:

  • Gelips Application 

  • Gel Extensions with Forms

• Art options with KOKOIST products

• KOKOIST product kit valued over $220  

• KOKOIST detailed manual 

• KOKOIST Premier Certification 

• KOKOIST Excel Certification 

Nail Thoughts class with Educator Cassie in Oakdale, New York! For more information please DM us @cassprostudios or email Cassie@cassprostudios.com! 

What you'll learn:

• Theory Portion going over the ins and outs of all Nail Thoughts products, troubleshooting issues, best practices for full retention. 

• Foundational E-filing, cuticle prep, manicure prep

• How to apply a long wearing, durable, beautifully structured natural nail gel overlay using the tinted bases

• Rebalance Process

• Nail Art techniques including tortoise, ombre with the tinted bases, rose quartz

• Salon Q&A

What included: 

• Nail Thoughts kit of products

• Nail Thoughts textbook 

• Hands on learning with detailed feedback 

• Official Nail Thoughts certificate 

• Lunch and snacks 

Looking to refine your skills and get to know Japan’s best selling gel products?

Join Kokoist USA Educator Rachel Messick for a full day of all things Kokoist. Upon completion, attendees will receive TWO certifications: Premiere (Level 1) and Excel (Level 2).

Student kit valued at $250 is included and will be distributed the day of class.

Premiere (Level 1) Certification

• Kokoist history and beginnings

• Product Walkthrough

• Japanese soft-gel manicure

• Gelip Extension Application

• Basic Nail Art

Excel (Level 2) Certification

• Gel overlay on natural nails

• Extensions and Repairs 

• Fill-in service

• Advanced nail art

This workshop is open to licensed nail professionals and those who are actively attending or have recently completed an accredited cosmetology or manicuring program.

KOKOIST PREMIER & EXCEL CERTIFICATIONS LEVELS 1 & 2 IN ONE DAY!

Learn the Japanese Gel products & techniques that have taken the elite world of Japanese nail artists by storm!

What is included: 

• KOKOIST PRODUCT KIT VALUED OVER $220  

• KOKOIST DETAILED TEXT BOOK

• PREMIER (LEVEL 1) KOKOIST CERTIFICATE

• EXCEL (LEVEL 2) KOKOIST CERTIFICATE 

• All KOKOIST product theory 

• KOKOIST prep options 

• KOKOIST Natural Length Overlays

• KOKOIST Gelips Application & Rebalance ("fill")

• Classic Art with KOKOIST

• KOKOIST Gel  Extensions with Forms

• Advanced Art with KOKOIST

• LUNCH

This class includes:

• A kit of products ($200 value)

• A Nail Thoughts textbook

• A full day of hands on natural nail techniques

• An official certificate to take back to your salon

You will learn:

• Theory portion outlining all the Nail Thoughts products to know all the ins and outs, troubleshooting, and best practices.

• Foundational e-filing, cuticle prep, and manicure prep.

• How to apply a long wearing and beautifully self-leveled natural nail gel overlay using the tinted bases as well as a rebalance process.

• Fun art techniques on natural nails 

KOKOIST PREMIER & EXCEL CERTIFICATIONS LEVELS 1 & 2 IN ONE DAY!

Learn the Japanese Gel products & techniques that have taken the elite world of Japanese nail artists by storm!

What is included: 

• KOKOIST PRODUCT KIT VALUED OVER $220  

• KOKOIST DETAILED TEXT BOOK

• PREMIER (LEVEL 1) KOKOIST CERTIFICATE

• EXCEL (LEVEL 2) KOKOIST CERTIFICATE 

• All KOKOIST product theory 

• KOKOIST prep options 

• KOKOIST Natural Length Overlays

• KOKOIST Gelips Application & Rebalance ("fill")

• Classic Art with KOKOIST

• KOKOIST Gel  Extensions with Forms

• Advanced Art with KOKOIST

• LUNCH