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Inventory and supplies for manicure and pedicure

Keep track of every gel polish and base strengthening consumable to know the profitability of each manicure and pedicure without unexpected costs or empty shelves in your studio.

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Starta.one is an AI CRM for service businesses. It combines online booking, client management, finance, team scheduling, and marketing into a single system — configured and operated by AI. Over 1,000 businesses use Starta. Manicure and pedicure combined with inventory and supplies is where Starta shines: AI already understands your industry’s specifics and adapts the system to your workflows.

Numbers that matter for your business: Manicure and pedicure

€30
in recovered revenue
4
stations on average
96
Visits per week
€2,900
Weekly revenue

Imagine seeing instantly during a spa pedicure booking if you have enough care products in stock. No more manually checking 100/180 file leftovers or hunting for the right nail design color before your guest arrives. Automatic material write-offs after each visit let your admin reorder low-stock items on time, avoiding situations where your tech can’t do a french manicure because the camouflaging base is missing. You clearly see the difference between retail items on display and professional lines used directly in services.

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Clients book and don't show up

No-shows in the nail industry run 15-20%. Each missed appointment is 2-3 hours of wasted technician time and lost revenue that can't be recovered.

Supply tracking is guesswork

Polishes, gels, tips, drill bits — dozens of items. Without systematic tracking, you don't know the true cost per service or when to reorder.

How to calculate the real cost of hardware manicure and stop material overspending

In the nail industry, owners often face the problem where profits on paper don’t match real cash due to overlooked details. With an average check of 700 UAH and 96 visits per week, every extra drop of base or untracked 100/180 file turns into significant financial losses by month’s end. Without a clear link between service and inventory, it’s impossible to tell if the studio profits from complex nail designs or breaks even due to high consumable costs.

A professional approach means using service recipes that specify every milliliter of primer, base, and top coat. When a client chooses a combined manicure with strengthening, the software automatically deducts these items from the virtual shelf. This frees the admin from nightly bottle audits and lets you see exactly how many procedures remain for a specific brand, like CND/Kodi coatings.

This transparency also solves staff discipline issues. When techs know every nail repair or extra drill use is recorded, the number of mysterious material disappearances drops sharply. Owners gain the ability to analyze each workstation’s efficiency and optimize purchases based on real consumption data, not subjective tech impressions.

Why nail salon owners pick Inventory Management

Three day-to-day moments where the difference is obvious.

1

How it works today

No-shows in the nail industry run 15-20%. Each missed appointment is 2-3 hours of wasted technician time and lost revenue that can't be recovered.

2

What Starta changes

Separate consumables used by techs from retail products sold to clients in your studio.

3

The bottom line

Supply tracking: cost per service and low-stock alerts

What you get

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Accurate tracking of manicure and pedicure materials

Separate consumables used by techs from retail products sold to clients in your studio.

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Automatic write-off of base and gel polish via service recipes

Set up automatic deduction of materials when providing combined manicure or base strengthening for precise control.

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Control of file and sterilization supply levels

Get notifications when 100/180 files or sterilizer solution are running low in your inventory.

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Receiving deliveries from CND and Kodi brands

Process incoming collections of polishes and tools from suppliers with instant stock and price updates.

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Selling home care after spa pedicure

Add cuticle oils or professional creams to the client’s total bill directly during service checkout.

How it works

1

Set up product cards and service recipes

Create a list of materials and specify consumption rates for each procedure, like the amount of base for hardware manicure or nail extensions.

2

Service performed by the tech in the studio

When a tech with a 2/2 schedule finishes work and closes the visit in the system, used consumables are automatically deducted from the total inventory balance.

3

Analyze stock levels and plan purchases

Check up-to-date reports on procedure costs and create supplier orders based on real consumption data.

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Free AI audit for manicure and pedicure

AI will analyze your business in 5 minutes and show how tracking consumables can reduce costs and increase your margin.

Pricing

Starta Lite

Free

Access to StartaAI

  • StartaAI - built-in chat assistant, helps use CRM and simplify business management.
  • Access only for the business owner
  • Personal booking website
  • Unlimited bookings
  • SMS notifications to clients
  • Calendar and bookings
  • Vacation and schedule management
  • Push notifications in the Starta.one app
  • Integration with your website
  • Placement on various platforms to promote services
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Frequently asked questions

Is Starta a good fit for a nail salon?

Yes. Starta adapts to the specifics of your industry — from services and pricing to payroll and analytics. The AI takes nail salon workflows into account and helps you get the most out of inventory management.

How much does Inventory Management cost?

Starta Lite is free. Starta Pro pricing depends on team size and license duration. Calculate your exact price in the calculator above on this page.

Can inventory deduct automatically when a service is performed?

Yes. Link consumable products to services with specified quantities. When the service is completed, the required amounts are deducted from inventory automatically.

Can I track product sales alongside services?

Yes. Products can be added to any order alongside services. Sales, revenue, and inventory are all tracked in one system.

Can I track disposable material costs per procedure?

Yes, you can add items like 100/180 files, wipes, and orange sticks to the hardware manicure service card. When closing the appointment, the system deducts exactly the quantity you set as the standard consumption.

How to track which gel polish runs out fastest?

In the inventory analytics section, you can view reports on product movement showing how often each color or brand is used. This helps you restock popular french shades or seasonal novelties on time.

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