I agree its a tough market place out there, and I never look at what other people are charging.
I charge for my time and my expertise and I use the genuine article quality products. I have a loyal clientele that keeps me as busy as I want to be.
I charge £30 for a set of L&P enhancements, how could I charge less when I am £23 for Shellac?
I get enquiries for enhancements but no bookings, I can't remember the last time I had a new client for L&P, I have a few enhancement clients though that have been coming to me for years so I do keep my hand in. Shellac and Gel polish are my main treatments, and I am happy with that.
I couldn't charge less than I do, as I have my overheads, rent, stock etc and tax to pay.
I keep myself fully stocked and invest in new products (IBX for example) which my clients appreciate.
I do feel for people who feel forced to charge low low prices for their services as they honestly cannot be making any profit, and what is the point of working if you aren't earning....even I don't love nails that much