Mia Secret
Training Academy

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.

Acrylic
Course

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

R 8700.00
  • Includes full Acrylic Kit and Electric Nail File Training; equipment excluded)

Gel
Course

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

R 8700.00
  • Includes Gel Kit and Electric Nail File Training; equipment excluded

Combination
Course

(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

R 11500.00
  • Includes kit with Gelux Colours & Bio Builder; equipment excluded

Combination
Saver Course

(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

R 29 999
  • includes full kit, Electric Nail File Technique Training, and Lamp

Acrylic Refresher
Workshop

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


 

R 2999.00
  • Includes sample product kit

Acrylic Competition
Workshop

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

R 2000.00
  • R2,000 (own kit) | R3,500 (includes sample kit)

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