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So when you sign up for any direct sales company you get all the supplies you actually need to run your business with your kit. As you grow your business you may decide you want to send out prizes, thank you gifts or just happy mail. I wanted to share some additional supplies I have found useful or that others have shared that have been useful for nail/beauty companies. These can help you jump start your mind thinking of different options you can use.
Storage and Mailing Additional Supply Options:
Storage is extremely important if you choose to carry on hand inventory or even just need to store your personal nail strips. Also you might need mailing options.
ArtBin Super Satchel Double Deep is perfect. It will hold both the old and new packaging, and comes in a few colors.
ArtBin Super Semi-Satchel is like the bigger one but is single file if space is an issue for you.
IRIS Photo Storage and Craft Keeper I saw this one shared and the new nail packaging fits perfectly in the individual boxes. You could even get one for each kind (Solid, glitter, nail art, etc.)
Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer nice thing about this is there is a lot of room for nails on the inside and supplies on the outside. So you can carry everything in one container.
I have heard that these A9 Invitation Envelopes work great for mailing strips in the new packaging.
Others say that the A7 work perfectly, I personally like the extra room in the A9 but it is your preference.
If you want something a bit more durable check out these Bubble Mailers 6×9 Inches these are self-sealing and padded so offer a bit more protection.
Sample Additional Supply Options:
Handing out sets of sample accent nails to allow people to try your amazing strips is important. You can use many things to put them in and to add to them to make them look nice and special. Here are a few additional supplies that you might consider.
My current favorite is the Self-adhesive Gift Food Packing Bags Small, they make it look like I am handing out a present. I also like that they are still small so they are easy to carry around with me.
Some representatives prefer a clear bag and there are lots of resealable options like this one.
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Some ladies will use little bags. This is a great idea especially if you are doing events to make them stand out a bit. One option is the Mixed Color Sheer Drawstring Organza Jewelry Pouches, as you can see this gives you color options.
Some ladies want something a bit more fancy and these Coralline Blue Organza Gift Bags are a great option. They kind of look like they are little bags from under the sea with some coral.
The Beauty Care Nail Buffering Files are bright and colorful. They fit nicely in accent packs.
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Check this article What is Happy Mail and What to Send
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Gifts, Prizes and Happy Mail Additional Supply Options:
Gifts, prizes and happy mail are something else many ladies do. You want to buy additional supplies in bulk so that it really does not cost you a lot. There are groups on Facebook that ladies hunt down bulk deals and pass them on but sometimes you just don’t have the money when they are placing orders and still want to get in on them or you need them sooner than they will arrive. Here are a few popular items used.
Post cards are a fun and easy way to do happy mail. You can get them for anything like inspirational, nail tips, thank you, team … anything you want. They are inexpensive to send and you can get digital files so you can add your logo (if oked by seller) and then print them at home or have them printed elsewhere.
One of the most popular item is a glass nail file, this is because they are better for your nails. So grabbing some Double Sided Crystal Glass Nail Files are great and ladies love to get them.
They also make mini glass nail files. These mini Crystal Glass Mixed Color Nail Files are great also, this way you can give someone a full sized one and then a mini one for on the go.
Maybe you want something with a bit more personality. Check out these Pattern Mini Crystal Glass Nail Art Files that scream personality.
Give your customers these Nu-Pore Moisturizing Gloves to help pamper themselves.
Travel sized hand lotion is a nice option to send as happy mail.
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Learn about Why Glass Nail Files are Better
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So giving these Soak Off Cap Clips is another fun one. You can either send someone all 10 or break them up and only send 5, since some women won’t want to use them all at the same time 5 would be perfect. Cotton balls can be used with these or they also make Nail Wipes Cotton Pad which you put the remover on and place on nail before applying the clip. You can buy and send some to your customer with the clips.
Toe Clips are another great option for customer gifts.
4-Way Nail Buffer is another great prize for ladies to do an at home manicure kit.
Nail Files & Nail Buffers Block – 7 Professional Steps is a little smaller and has 7 steps vs 4 so is another option.
Plastic Handle Nail Cuticle Pusher Rubber Tipped are another popular item to stock up on. These are great to send in thank you cards after customers purchase from you.
Another fun option are these L.A. Colors Nail Polish Remover Pads that work as prizes, gifts or happy mail. There is no acetone in them and they smell nice. Plus if they have the nail clips from above you can use these with those.
Cuticle oil pens are very popular and your customers would love to get one from you.
Check out these Nail Scrubber Brush that are great for helping give your ladies the supplies they need to do at home manicures.
These nail brushes have more of a handle and may be better for customers who nee more to hold.
Soft Two Tone Foam Toe Separators are also fun to send to your customers. Customers enjoy getting things for themselves and these can help her to pamper herself encouraging self care.
Spove Polka Dot Flip Flop Design Manicure Kit these are a cute option for prizes and have some personality to boot.
Spove Owl Design Personal Care Manicure Set this is a fun option for a manicure set.
These Diamond Ballpoint pens are a great gift for your VIP’s, this one is a medium point.
Foot Peel Masks are another nice option to send to your VIP’s as happy mail.
Facebook Additional Supply Group Options:
Now if you have time to wait there are some ladies on Facebook who run groups where you can get the additional supplies for a really great price because they are able to buy in bulk. Here are a couple of groups where I know the ladies provide good value and good customer service.
Trina’s Stylist Supply Group she is focused on like mailing supplies and stuff. She also provides some crafts for sale to help make gifts look more fun.
Custom Nail Decals here you can get little stickers or overlays to go on your nails. She does custom work as well so you can make a request if you can not find what you are looking for. These would make a great prize for customer.
Fun Additional Supply Options:
There are also some great additional supplies that can just be fun or useful. Finding ways to make your nails look fun or get the most out of the products.
Sealing your packages or thank you notes with a Thank You Sticker is a nice extra touch.
Most nail strips are a one time use product, however many of us like to try and get the most from our sets so this Bag Heat Sealer & Cutter is great for resealing strips.
Earrings like these have been really popular to send to customers as happy mail.
Scrapbooking Punches are a great way to add some fun to your strips. Punch out a fun design from a nail strip and add it to your current manicure. These are small enough that you can also use these as prizes or gifts for customers.
They come in many size sets such as this 26pc Mini Paper Punchers which gives you even more fun options.
These scratch off stickers are great if you are wanting to send a special deal to your customers or potential new customers. Just think … you can write some deal/discount on your business card and put one of these over it and a potential new customer will be happy to see.
Mixed Colors Rolls Striping Tape these can help spice up any manicure and make them look fancier than they already are.
CADY Crafts Punch is a great item, many ladies use this to make their own french tips. You can turn any style into a french tip with this.
This is also a great way to get more out of a set of sample accent nails.
Having your own Return Address Labels can help with your branding.
So as you can see there are many fun additional supplies out there to use in your business. Buying in bulk can help you save money while still providing fun stuff for your customers. Also hitting up your local dollar store is a good option for fun stuff to use. If you have any other fun options I would love for you to share.
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