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An easy guide on how to DIY nails and all you need to get started

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Getting your nails done sometimes may seem like an extreme sport, however it doesn’t had to be so complicated. With the right tools and tutorials, you can become a boss. Easy guide on how to DIY nails and all you need to get started.
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gel polish

 
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cateye gel polish should be applied and cured with a uv lamp before hovering the magnet above it
ANNA M Cat Eye Gel Polish 7.5ml - 30 Colors Magnetic UV LED Cured Nail Art
 
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a good Top coat would leave your nails with a glossy finish
GLOZ Gel Nail Polish Top Coat - High Gloss, Long Lasting Shine for DIY and Salon Nails
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6 pcs jude nail polish
Beetles Base Color Gel Nail Polish 6 Colors
 
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36 colors gel nail polish
Beetles 44PCS Gel Nail Polish Set 36 Colors
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These are going to be soon helpful for your French tips
Beetles Base Color Gel Nail Polish 6 Colors
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nail tips

 
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You will need nail tips, you don’t need all the shapes as a beginner you can start with a simple square and file to desired length and shape
New C-Arc Super Long Transparent Water Pipe Nail Art Supplies - 100 Pieces per Box
 
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nail tips are essential, youcan also get these in other shapes
New C-Arc Super Long Transparent Nails - 100 Pieces per Box
 
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Any nail glue should work
Super Strong Nail Glue for Acrylic and Press-On Nails - Long Lasting Professional Adhesive
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these are great for temporary nails and a good alternative for nail glue. However they are not long lasting
Double-Sided Nail Glue Stickers for Press-On Nails

Accessories

 
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You need a soft brush to clean off file dust
Klimonla Large Mushroom Head Nail Art Makeup Brush with Soft Pink Handle
 
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a uv lamp is essential
LIMEGIRL LED UV Nail Lamp with Automatic Sensor and 3 Timers for Gel Polish
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nail stickers are best for beginners
5D Nail Art Stickers: Colorful Shell & Butterfly Design for Spring Manicures
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i love chrome powders
6pcs Chrome Gold Silver Nail Powder Pigment
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if you love 3d designs, you can go the extra mile and get this
3D Gel Nail Art Modeling Gel for Autumn and Winter DIY Designs
 
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if you love cateye designs then you can get this
Magnetic Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish Set with Multi-Function Nail Art Tool Kit
 
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these are essential for press ons. you can also place your nail tips on these
Magnetic Nail Stand for Press-On Nails Display and Practice
 
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nail accessories are important, it makes your nails go from boring to glamorous
White Rhinestone Adhesive Nail Art Kit with 3D Decorative Accessories
 
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more nails stickers
Metallic Asymmetrical Gold Frame Nail Art Stickers
 
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more nail stickers
2pcs Pink Red Embossed Orchid Flowers Summer Nail Art Stickers
 
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more nail stickers
30pcs Gold Colored Nail Stickers with Moon Design for DIY Nail Art Decoration
 
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you will also need nail art brushes
ZEOHBETY 5Pcs Metallic Nail Art Liner Brushes

acrylic

 
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For beginners, you just need plain colors to start with and as you go on you can acquire various colors. My personal favorite is the nude set
6pcs Acrylic Powder Set for Nail Art Design - Nude, Pink, White Colors
 
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acrylic liquid for the acrylic powder, always make sure it is stored in an airtight container or it will dry out faster
75ML/150ML Acrylic Liquid Monomer for Nail Extensions - Quick Drying Kit for Beginners and Home Use

tutorial videos

 
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youtube is a great tutor
Beginner Nail Tech | How To Shape Nails | Acrylic Nail Tutorial
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this would teach you impor things as a beginner
Things I Wish I Knew About Acrylic As A Beginner Nail Tech
 
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more tutorials!!
Beginner Acrylic 101: 3 Bead Method & How to Keep Your Brush Clean
 
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beginner step by step tutorial
Acrylic nails fullset tutorial for beginners | step-by-step nail tutorial | Natali Carmona

nail prep

 
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cuticle oil leaves your nails soft and nourished
Cuticle Oil Nutritive Moisturizing Nail Care Tool - 15ml Box
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professional nail drill which also comes with nail drill bits
Duofu Professional Electric Nail Drill Set for Home and Salon Use
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nail cuticle pusher is used to push back your cuticles
1pc Silver Nail Cuticle Pusher Tool for Manicure and Pedicure
 
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try to get manual nail files, they are easier to work with.
5-Piece Half Moon Nail File Set for Home and Salon Use
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