Sunnie Dang came to New Zealand in 2010 to study cookery.
She tells Ponsonby News, “After the cookery course, I started a beauty course and found a part-time job in The Art of Nails in 2013. It has been really helpful in supporting my tuition fees and living expenses while I am living in New Zealand.”
I was interested in looking after myself and doing nail art and facials.
What do you love about your job?
I get to meet so many great women and help them with their nails and just like any other industry there is always something new to learn. I enjoy learning new things and I never have a boring day at work.
What do you find challenging?
Nail art is always a challenge for me and I love it.
How do you differ from other nail technicians?
I love what I do. When my client feedback says that these are the the best nails (not just the service) they have ever had, that makes my day.
Can you share an anecdote about a client?
My favourite story of all is me telling a client, “Please relax your hands.”
What do you do to care for yourself?
I always have my nails painted, no matter what.
What's your advice to people seeking manicures and pedicures?
Please ask your nail technician about the products they are using and how the treatment is carried out.
THE ART OF NAILS, 1-3 Cowan Street, Ponsonby, T: 09 378 9585,
www.artofnails-ponsonby.co.nz