I love doing my own nails! It’s one of those things you can totally get lost in- it saves money too
This is the only gel polish that doesn’t cause a reaction for me bc it’s HEMA free
Color Nail Gel 9ml - CC1
Necessary for gel polish to cure
UV Gel Nail Lamp
Critical tool for designs as well as making sure that no gel polish cures on your skin
Nail Art Brush Collection
I personally have never tried Dazzle Dry but I have yet to hear something negative! My friend has it last for 3+ weeks
Dazzle Dry
Not necessary but I really like doing color gradient designs and these are ideal for that
Triangular Foam Makeup Sponge
No one needs an E-File but it makes life easier! That being said be careful you don’t overdo it
Nail E-File and Bits
Hands down the best nail glue with the strongest hold. Sometimes I make press ons instead and use these to apply them
Beauty Secrets Drip & Clog Proof Nail Glue + Nail File
Self explanatory- you don’t need a kit like this necessarily but a lot of these tools are necessary anyway so might as well be over prepared
Nail Clippers Set Fingernail & Toenail Cutters
Shaping is important if you are just doing your own nails and not using tips
Which nail shape suits you? Everything you need to know
Okay so this may seem expensive but I’m telling you- use high quality products when it comes to nail DIY. When you don’t, you run the risk of exposing yourself to allergens and developing an allergy to gel polish. Gel polish allergies are more common...
Apres Gel-X Nail Starter Kit, 14 Sizes 00-9
Beginner friendly designs
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The only nail tips I use that aren’t Apres and even then I only use apres application products
UNA GELLA Almond Nail Tips 216pcs Medium
Nail gems are so cute and fun to play with- make sure you get HEME free rhinestone gel
Luxury Crystals for Nail Art
Essential for more intricate designs- you would need some sort of stencil to put the polish on and then use this to transfer
Saviland 4PCS French Tip Nail Stamper Kit
To get the chrome look but be careful bc it can be hard to work with given how fine the powder is
Artdone 16Jars Chrome Nail Powder Magic Pearl
Gel polish isnt the only option either- I love this insta dry formula bc you can still do designs
Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish 239
YouTube will teach you everything you need to know
Beginner Gel Nail Tutorial | Fundamentals of Sculpting Gel Nails