5 years of DIY gel nails, sharing tips and secrets
These are my favorite base and top coat. I have tried a few and nothing beats the beetles base!
Beetles 2Pcs 15ml Base & Top Coat Gel Set
You HAVE to have a large lamp, something that is capable of fulling curing the gel. The small ones are great for getting a tip on or quick fixed but still need a FULL cure!
SUNUV SUN3 UV LED Nail Lamp, 4-Timer, 39 LEDs
However for those moments you need a smaller lamp this is what I recommend. I use it for GelX
Beetles Mini UV Light for Gel Nails with Smart Sensor
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You can use this to dehydrate and prime the nail, to clean after you are done. To wipe down the sticky layer. So many options I use to much alcohol!
91% Isopropyl Alcohol Antiseptic 32oz Twin
I recommend something small like this with a little less power for beginners. Prep is hard and you CAN hurt yourself. Take it slow
MelodySusie Portable Electric Nail Drill PC120B
This set of polish is a great way of getting started, once you start tho. You will never stop. So many fun colors
beetles Gel Polish Set 36 Pcs 32 Colors
Nothing beats a good dotting tool for nail art, I have done the scream mask all types of fun things with just a dotting tool over the year
5 Pcs Pattern Tracing & Embossing Stylus
Need something smaller than a dotting tool? Tooth picks are a great thing to have one hand. It is also easy to use if you have any flooding.
600 Count Bamboo Double-Point Toothpicks
Do you NEED chrome? Absolutely not. Is it FANTASTICLY fun? Yes 💅
Artdone 16 Jars Chrome Nail Powder & Tape
I love these tips, super flexible and strong. I use them when I do gelx sets.
Beetles Gel Nail Tips 576Pcs Short Almond
Everyone needs a sparkle, its a quick easy fancy mani ✨️
Beetles Black Glitter Gel Nail Polish 15ML
What a fun easy combo to start cat eye with. And beetles are my always love
Beetles Silver Cat Eye Gel Polish 15ML
These are great for easy tortoise shell nails, crocodile, and marble
