She's 21 and does Gal Gadot’s nails: ‘There’s no such thing as a celebrity discount’
Yuval Livnat started with a four-hour gel polish course at the age of 15; six years later, Gal Gadot is among her clients, while she sets her sights on opening a nail school - and she still lives with her parents
In the bustling city of Hod Hasharon, Yuval Livnat, a 21-year-old still living with her parents, has transformed her passion for nail art into a thriving business. Her journey began with a four-hour gel polish course when she was just 15 years old. Initially, her parents encouraged her to find a suitable career path, leading her to explore her talent for nail art during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Yuval's Instagram presence laid the foundation for her business as she showcased her nail art skills and attracted clients. Word of mouth played a crucial role in expanding her clientele, starting with her first celebrity customer, Maya Wertheimer. Maya's producer found her through Yuval, and Yael Goldman, in turn, recommended her to Gal Gadot. The chain of referrals continued, bringing in clients like Ruslana Rodina through Michal Haktana.
Working with celebrities like Gal Gadot has been a pleasant experience for Yuval. She describes Gal as lovely and prefers a classic, delicate style for her nails. Most celebrities she works with prefer a similar understated look, avoiding overly extravagant designs. Yuval’s clinic is housed in a separate unit at her parents’ house, allowing her to cater to both home-based clients and those who visit her clinic.
While celebrities tend to favor a more subtle manicure, Yuval’s Instagram page reveals a diverse range of nail art, including extremely long nails and elaborate designs. These specialized nail extensions are mainly aimed at showcasing her skills and standing out in the industry. Yuval continues to travel abroad to refine her techniques and has even won medals in nail competitions.
Apart from her regular client base, Yuval is also an instructor, training aspiring nail artists and conducting advanced workshops from her clinic. She has completed an instructor-training course through the international company NSI, which validates her ability to issue professional certificates. Yuval's ultimate dream is to establish a large nail school where instructors trained by her will impart their knowledge to future generations.
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