Polished by Gem - Nail Tech and Educator Shrewsbury

Thanks so much for all the lovely birthday messages yesterday 🥰 I had such a lovely day!

Just a little reminder that I’m now off until Thursday 13th August. If you’re wanting to make an appointment, simply click the link below to book.

Have a lovely weekend everyone! 🤍 # #

Make an appointment at Polished By Gem - Morris Grove, Bicton Heath - Shrewsbury | Fresha Hi, I’m Gemma and I'm a CND Master Nail Tech & educator here in Shrewsbury/Shropshire

Every year I tell myself this summer will be different.

I’ll get ahead with work, be more present with the boys and somehow find that balance everyone talks about.

But every year I realise… there isn’t one.

When you’re self-employed, the school holidays don’t stop your business. Clients still need you, bills still need paying, and if you disappear for six weeks, there’s a good chance some clients will disappear too.

At the same time, these six weeks are precious. I know how quickly my boys are growing up, and I don’t want to miss it.

Some days I feel guilty because I’m working.

Other days I feel guilty because I’m not.

It’s a constant tug of war, and if I’m honest, I don’t think we talk about it enough.

This post isn’t about having the answers. It’s just a reminder that if you’re feeling torn between being there for your family and keeping your business going, you’re not the only one.

Does anyone else feel like this, or is it just me?

When life gives you lemons… wear them on your nails. 🍋💛

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Pink to make the boys wink 😜💕

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Clean, classy and worth a closer look 🤍

Using CND™ Soft Blush Plexigel with Cream Puff Shellac™️🤍

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As self-employed women, we’re so good at carrying on.

We show up for our clients, our businesses and everyone around us, even when things feel harder than they used to.

For a long time, I thought I was just overwhelmed.

Then I started talking about it.

The messages, comments and conversations that followed made me realise so many women are quietly experiencing the same thing.

Maybe it’s the stage of life we’re in.
Maybe it’s the mental load we’ve carried for years.
Maybe it’s a bit of both.

Whatever the reason, if you’ve found yourself questioning your confidence lately, I hope this reminds you that you’re not alone.

You’re still the same woman who built your business.

Maybe it’s time we stopped being so hard on ourselves.

Because feeling different doesn’t mean we’re failing.

It means we’re adapting to a stage of life that can affect us in ways we never expected.

Be kind to yourself.

You’re doing better than you think. 🤍

You can never go wrong with a classic French 🤍

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Clean Girl Aesthetic 🤍

Clean, elegant and perfect for every season.

Simple nails don’t have to be boring… they just have to be done beautifully. 🤍

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Bright, fresh and guaranteed to make a tan look even better 🍑

Whether you’re jetting off somewhere sunny or just trying to convince the British weather it’s summer, a gorgeous coral manicure never disappoints.

🧡 Glossy
🧡 Vibrant
🧡 Perfect for holiday season

Who’s a coral lover?

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