Nail Technology & Esthetics School · Charlotte, NC

Build Your Future
in the Beauty Industry.

Turn your interest in beauty into a skill you can build a career around. At Buff Beauty Academy, small classes, personal mentorship and real clinic practice help you grow into a confident future professional.

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Saturday-only tracks available · Interview approval required · Explore Saturday-only training

Illustrative diverse beauty team providing both nail and facial services

Learn the skill. Build the confidence.Illustrative training image · Nail Technology & Esthetics

100%

First-attempt State Board pass rate
School-reported result. Individual results are not guaranteed.

Small classes.

More room for questions.
More personal guidance.

Real practice.

Online theory paired with
hands-on clinic learning.

Choose your direction

Two paths.
Your next chapter.

Explore the training, time commitment and tuition for your goals. We’ll help you understand the details before you enroll.

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300 CLOCK HOURS · EVENING & SATURDAY TRAINING

Nail Technology

Develop your technique, creativity and professional habits while preparing for the next step toward becoming a licensed nail professional.

Natural nail care, manicures and pedicures
Acrylics, gel systems and nail enhancements
Sanitation and State Board preparation
Client care and practical business skills

$4,500Regular program tuition

$5,500Saturday-only tuition · Interview approval required

Plus $150 nonrefundable registration.

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Illustrative skin-care and nail-service training scene

600 CLOCK HOURS · NEXT CLASS NOVEMBER 10

Esthetics

Build a foundation in skin care, facial services and thoughtful client consultations, with instructor-guided practice and State Board preparation.

Skin analysis, facials and hair removal
Infection control and professional service habits
Online theory + required in-person clinic learning
Branding, client communication and career development

$7,500Regular program tuition

$9,500Saturday-only tuition · Interview approval required

Plus $150 nonrefundable registration.

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Spanish-language theory available. Students who are not proficient in English can access theory in Spanish. Ask admissions how theory, hands-on instruction and assessments are delivered for your program.

Saturday-only programs · Charlotte, NC

Serious about beauty.
Make Saturday your start.

Build your future with Saturday-only in-person training in Nail Technology or Esthetics. Designed for serious students ready to complete their work, practice consistently and follow instructor guidance.

Nail Technology · 300 hours$5,500Saturday-only tuition

Esthetics · 600 hours$9,500Saturday-only tuition

Admission requires an interview and approval. Saturday training: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. Confirm your start date and full training plan with admissions. Online theory and assignments may require work outside Saturday sessions.

A separate $150 nonrefundable registration fee applies. Required program hours and practical performances still apply.

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Tell admissions you are interested in the Saturday-only track when arranging your interview.

Plan your investment: Ask about payment arrangements and your full enrollment costs. Hydrafacial certification is additional, and the certification kit is purchased separately. View admissions and payment details.

The Buff Beauty difference

You bring the ambition.
We help you build the skill.

Personal mentorship

Ask questions, receive feedback and work through the details of your technique in a small-class setting.

Practice with purpose

Build service habits through supervised work with real clients as your training progresses.

State Board focus

Our school-reported first-attempt pass rate reflects preparation. Students are expected to complete their work, practice consistently and follow instructor guidance.

Business-minded learning

Develop your professional presence, client communication and approach to building a beauty business.

Ms. Chris Davis, founder and director of Buff Beauty Academy

Meet your director

From student.
To suite.
To salon.

Ms. Chris brings the perspective of a beauty professional, educator and entrepreneur to your training. At BBA, learning a service is part of a bigger conversation about the professional you want to become.

Meet with admissions, explore the school and talk about your goals, schedule and next steps.

Ms. Chris Davis

Founder & Director · Buff Beauty Academy

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The story behind Buff Beauty Academy

Meet Ms. Chris. Hear her story.

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Voices from the Buff community

Support you can
hear in their words.

Selected student and client review excerpts. Individual experiences vary.

“Ms.Chris was the best teacher”

Zarria · Student reviewExcerpt displayed on the BBA website.
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“additional teachings on the latest techniques of the trade”

R. Hardiman · School reviewExcerpt displayed on the BBA website.
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“the staff and students were very professional and personable”

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From interested to enrolled

Your next step is simple.

Apply online.

Tell us which program interests you and where you are in your decision. Applying is free.

Talk with admissions.

Review your goals, class schedule and payment options. Request a tour to see the school.

Complete enrollment.

After admissions review, complete your paperwork and required payments to receive enrollment confirmation.

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Submitting an application does not reserve your seat.

Before you begin

Good questions.
Clear answers.

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How long are the programs?

Esthetics requires 600 clock hours and Nail Technology requires 300 clock hours. Your completion timeline depends on your assigned schedule, attendance and completion of program requirements.

Can I train while working?

BBA offers regular evening-and-Saturday training, plus separate Saturday-only tracks for serious students admitted after interview approval. Online theory and assignments may require work outside Saturday sessions. For the regular program, Nail Technology meets Tuesday–Thursday, 5:30–8:30 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. Confirm the Esthetics weekday schedule with admissions before enrolling.

Is this an online beauty school?

Training combines online theory with required in-person learning and supervised clinic practice in Charlotte. These are hybrid programs, not fully online programs.

What does tuition cost?

Regular program tuition is $4,500 for Nail Technology and $7,500 for Esthetics. Saturday-only tuition is $5,500 for Nail Technology and $9,500 for Esthetics. Saturday-only admission requires interview approval. Each program has an additional $150 nonrefundable registration fee. Ask admissions about down payments, payment arrangements and any additional costs before enrolling.

Is Hydrafacial certification included?

Hydrafacial certification is an additional charge, and its certification kit is purchased separately. Admissions can explain current options and costs.

What happens after I apply?

Admissions reviews your application and follows up about your goals, schedule and next steps. Enrollment is confirmed after required paperwork and payments are complete. Applying is free and does not reserve a seat.

Visit us in Charlotte

Your future starts
with a conversation.

Ready to apply, or want to see the school first? Let’s talk about the path that fits your goals.

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Buff Beauty Academy2848 Queen City Drive, Suite M
Charlotte, NC 28208
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Admissions · Call or text980-500-0510
Text FUTURE ME and your full name.

Student clinic & school office980-265-1542

buffbeautyacademy@gmail.com

Tours and clinic visits require confirmation. Contact us before visiting.

Build Your Futurein the Beauty Industry.

Two paths.Your next chapter.