Mia Secret South Africa is the official home of the world-renowned professional nail brand, Mia Secret. Known globally for its premium-quality acrylic powders, gels, nail art products, and advanced education, Mia Secret sets the standard for excellence in the nail industry — and we are proud to bring that same standard to South Africa.
As the sole importer and distributor of Mia Secret in South Africa, we are dedicated to making the highest-quality professional nail products accessible to salons, nail technicians, and beauty entrepreneurs nationwide. But we don’t just sell products — we invest in people. Through hands-on training and international-standard education, we empower aspiring and established nail technicians to take their careers and businesses to the next level.
Behind Mia Secret South Africa is Tessa Tullues, an entrepreneur, mother of two, and passionate advocate for education and women’s empowerment. Tessa is not only the sole importer and distributor of Mia Secret in South Africa but also an international master educator, personally training and mentoring nail professionals to meet global standards.
Her achievements include:
• Finalist for Mrs. South Africa 2022
• Finalist in the Top 40 Under 40 Entrepreneurs in Africa
• Judge in prestigious pageants and professional beauty competitions
• Cast member of The Mommy Club van die Hoofstad
• Active advocate for education and youth empowerment
Tessa’s vision is to use Mia Secret South Africa as a platform for empowerment, job creation, and opportunity. By equipping women with professional skills and confidence, she helps them create sustainable businesses and the freedom to walk away from limiting circumstances.
At Mia Secret South Africa, we believe nails are not just beauty — they are a tool for independence, empowerment, and success.
 
															Duration: 5 Days (6 hours per session)
Price: R8,700 (includes full Acrylic Kit and Electric Nail File Training; equipment excluded)
What You’ll Learn:
Salon etiquette and customer service
Marketing retail products and salon services
Health and safety standards in a salon environment
Identifying nail disorders, diseases, and product safety
Natural nail preparation and product application
Tip and nail extension techniques
Nail repairs using sculpture forms
One-colour, faded French, and cover powder applications
Soak-off and removal procedures
Perfect overlays on natural nails
Electric filing and international techniques
What to Bring:
1L Acetone, towels, paper towel, pen, notebook, nail clipper, and refreshments
Duration: 5 Days (6 hours per session)
Price: R8,700 (includes Gel Kit and Electric Nail File Training; equipment excluded)
What You’ll Learn:
Salon etiquette and administration
Health and safety standards
Nail and product knowledge
Gel application on natural nails and tips
Sculpting and nail fix techniques
One-colour and French applications
Soak-off and removal procedures
Overlay perfection and electric filing techniques
What to Bring:
1L Acetone, towels, paper towel, pen, notebook, nail clipper, and refreshments
(Acrylic, Rubberbase & Gelux)
Duration: 7 Days (7 hours per session)
Price: R11,500 (includes kit with Gelux Colours & Bio Builder; equipment excluded)
What You’ll Learn:
Salon etiquette and client care
Product and chemical knowledge
Preparation, application, and tip extensions
Rubberbase and Gelux soft gel polish application
Chrome and French designs
Gel polish on natural nails and toes
Soak-off and removal techniques
Electric filing and professional finishing
What to Bring:
1L Acetone, towels, paper towel, pen, notebook, nail clipper, and refreshments
(Acrylic, Rubberbase, Gelux, Polymia, Dipping Gel)
Duration: 10 Days
Price: R29,999 (includes full kit, Electric Nail File Technique Training, and Lamp)
Workshops Included:
Two Sculpture Workshops
Smile Line Workshop
Mixed Art & Freehand Painting
What You’ll Learn:
Salon etiquette and product knowledge
Acrylic, Rubberbase, Polymia, and Gelux applications
Tip preparation and sculpting techniques
Dipping gel and hybrid systems
Faded French, cover powder overlays, and glitter fades
Freehand art, rhinestones, and chrome application
Electric filing and international techniques
What to Bring:
1L Acetone, towels, paper towel, pen, notebook, nail clipper, and refreshments
Duration: 1½ Days
Price: R2,999 (includes sample product kit)
What You’ll Learn:
Liquid and powder nail enhancements
Tip application tips and tricks
Product application and filing
Finishing and electric filing techniques
What to Bring:
Towel, tip cutter, acrylic brush, paper towel, dampen dish, glue, nail files
Duration: 2 Days (8 AM – 3 PM)
Price: R2,000 (own kit) | R3,500 (includes sample kit)
What You’ll Learn:
Reverse application smile line
Sculpture and tip application
Product application and polish techniques
Filing, finishing, and electric filing
What to Bring:
Acrylic brush, dampen dish, notebook, gloves, tip cutter, top coat, glass bowl, forms, tips, nail files, towels, mask

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