Welcome to
Olive University!
We're pretty obsessed with nails, so we're guessing you are too. We've compiled a ton of articles and tutorials below.
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to start?
TAKE THE QUIZ
Have you ever painted with an Olive & June system before?
How are your nail shaping skills?
How do you feel about DIY nail art?
You’re a
BEGINNER
Welcome to your best nail life! We’re going to walk you through all the basics. From learning how to do an essential mani at home to using our Poppy like a pro, we’ve got you every step of the way.
Let's GoYou’re
INTERMEDIATE
Are you ready to take your nail skills to the next level? You’ve already got a great handle on the basics, so we’re here to fine tune the skills to make your manis even more magical.
Let's GoYou’re
ADVANCED
Hey there, mani pro! You’ve proven your skills and are ready for more. Advanced nail art? Color theory? You got it. We’re sharing all our secrets with you.
Let's GoNew to Press-Ons?
We'll teach you everything.
The Basics
All Beginner LessonsIntermediate
Advanced
All Advanced LessonsLEARN TOGETHER
Mani Bootcamp
Bootcamp is a 7-day program to get salon-perfect nails at home. Sign up for updates, get your supplies and tune in.
Mani Masterclass
Learn how to paint your nails with us. Ask questions, raise your hand, and paint along in real time with O&J and some of our besties.
PEDI
PEDI
12/8 at 4:30pm PT
Toes need some TLC? Learn how to pedicure like a pro in this class. (PS: They’re totally easier than manis!)
BEGINNER POLISH
BEGINNER POLISH
12/6
Shaping at 6:00pm PT
Totally clueless? Looking at your nails and feeling helpless? We got you. This class is for the nail newbie. You’ll learn how to get a salon-quality manicure at home — really.
INTERMEDIATE POLISH
INTERMEDIATE POLISH
12/7
Nail Art at 3:00pm PT
Not your first rodeo but feel like there is improvement to be had? Learn the pro tricks to making that mani salon-perfect — with extra time spent on shaping, cuticles and painting.
ADVANCED POLISH
ADVANCED POLISH
12/9
Holiday Ombré Nails at 5:00pm PT
You are your own manicurist. Join us for the double black diamond of mani 101 classes — with tips from our manicurists on capping and salon finish touches.
NAILS 101
Learn how to do your nails with us and
leave the class with your salon-perfect nails.
PEDI 101
12/8 at 4:30pm PT
Toes need some TLC? Learn how to pedicure like a pro in this class. (PS: They’re totally easier than manis!)
BEGINNER POLISH
12/6
Shaping at 6:00pm PT
Totally clueless? Looking at your nails and feeling helpless? We got you. This class is for the nail newbie. You’ll learn how to get a salon-quality manicure at home — really.
INTERMEDIATE POLISH
12/7
Nail Art at 3:00pm PT
Not your first rodeo but feel like there is improvement to be had? Learn the pro tricks to making that mani salon-perfect — with extra time spent on shaping, cuticles and painting.
ADVANCED POLISH
12/9
Holiday Ombré Nails at 5:00pm PT
You are your own manicurist. Join us for the double black diamond of mani 101 classes — with tips from our manicurists on capping and salon finish touches.