Nail Salons
Payment Solutions Designed for Beauty
Your nail salon deserves payment technology as polished as your services. Unison Payment Solutions provides sleek terminals and integrated booking that streamline your front desk.
Payment Processing for Nail Salons
Nail salons have unique operational requirements that general-purpose payment systems don't address well. Between appointment scheduling, service tracking, tip distribution, retail product sales, and customer loyalty, your payment system needs to understand the beauty business.
Unison Payment Solutions provides payment technology designed for nail salons and spas. We partner with platforms that integrate booking, point of sale, and customer management into unified systems. The result: a front desk that runs smoothly rather than juggling disconnected tools.
Compact hardware matters in salons where counter space is premium real estate. The Clover Mini, for example, provides full POS capability in a footprint smaller than a sheet of paper. Sleek design complements your salon aesthetic rather than looking like industrial equipment.
Appointment integration is essential. When a client books online, that appointment should flow seamlessly to your schedule. When they check out, the system should know their service, technician, and any retail purchases. We connect with popular salon scheduling platforms including Vagaro, Booker, and Square Appointments.
Tip management for salons is especially important. Different technicians perform services; tips need to flow to the right people. Whether you distribute tips by service, split pools, or use another model, our systems track and report accurately. Integration with payroll simplifies end-of-period processing.
Retail product sales are often overlooked revenue for salons. Nail polishes, lotions, tools, and other products complement service revenue. Our systems track retail inventory separately from service supplies, providing visibility into product sales and prompting reorder when stock runs low.
Loyalty programs keep clients coming back. Whether simple punch cards (digitized) or points-based systems, building loyalty is easier with integrated tools. Track client preferences, purchase history, and visit frequency. Trigger re-engagement when clients haven't visited recently.
Industry Challenges
- Managing appointments and walk-ins
- Tip distribution among technicians
- Retail product sales tracking
- Customer loyalty and retention
- Limited counter space for equipment
- Staff scheduling and tracking
- Client preferences and history
- Simple operation for all staff
Our Solutions
- Compact POS systems for limited counter space
- Integration with salon booking software
- Flexible tip splitting by technician
- Retail inventory and sales tracking
- Built-in customer loyalty programs
- Staff scheduling and performance tracking
- Client profiles with service history
- Intuitive interfaces requiring minimal training
Benefits for Your Business
What We Offer for Nail Salons
Comprehensive solutions designed for your specific industry needs.
Compact Design
Clover Mini and similar devices fit your reception desk without dominating the space. Sleek design complements your salon aesthetic.
Booking Integration
Connect with Vagaro, Booker, Square Appointments, and other salon booking platforms. Appointments flow to POS for seamless check-out.
Tip Management
Track tips by technician automatically. Flexible distribution options support your tip policies. Accurate reporting for payroll.
Retail Tracking
Manage product inventory separately from service supplies. Track sales by item. Get alerts when products need reordering.
Loyalty Program
Reward repeat clients automatically. Digital punch cards or points systems. Track visit frequency and preferences.
Client Profiles
Store preferences, service history, and notes for each client. Personalize service based on documented preferences.
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Nail Salons Payment Processing FAQs
What POS do you recommend for nail salons?
Clover Mini is popular for its compact size, sleek design, and salon-friendly features. For salons with more complex needs, the full Clover Station provides additional capability. We evaluate your specific situation and recommend the best fit.
Can I track which technician performed services?
Yes, every transaction can be associated with the performing technician. Tips are tracked and reported by person. Sales reports show performance by technician for commission calculations.
Do you integrate with salon booking software?
We integrate with Vagaro, Booker, Square Appointments, and other popular salon scheduling platforms. Appointments sync to your POS, making check-out seamless.
How does tip splitting work?
Our systems support various tip models—direct assignment to serving technician, pool splitting by hours or percentage, and custom configurations. Tips are tracked throughout the day and reported for payroll.
Can I sell retail products through the same system?
Absolutely. Track retail inventory separately from service supplies. Ring up product sales at checkout. Get low-stock alerts and sales reports by product category.
Do clients need accounts for loyalty programs?
Phone number or email is typically all that's needed. When a client checks out, enter their phone number to track visits and apply rewards. They don't need to download apps or remember passwords.
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