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Everything You Need for Perfect Nails at Home đź’…
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items I recently started doing my own nails at home and these are the tools that made it so much easier.
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Nail Prep
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Gel / Base Products
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Lamp & Electric Tools
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Final Steps & Aftercare
Nail Prep
I didn’t realize how important nail prep was until I started doing my nails at home.These products made a huge difference in how long my nails last.
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I used this nail file before I got an electric one, and it’s amazing for removing old gel.
Nail File, 12 PCS 150/150 Grit Nail File And Buffer Set Double Sided
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I use these nail files to prep the nail plate and shape my nails.
DHS Black Nail File (7” x 3/4”) - 120/120 (pack)
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I use this cuticle oil when I don’t want to file or cut my cuticles, and it really makes the process easier and faster.
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover, 1.0 oz
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I use this tool to lift and push back my cuticles, which makes trimming them much easier.
Brushworks Cuticle Pusher
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I personally don’t use scissors for my cuticles, I use this tool instead because it’s much easier when I do my own nails and it helps reduce cuts.
Studio London Cuticle Trimmer
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I use a dehydrator after filing, then apply a primer and let it air-dry for a bit before the next steps, this is key for longer-lasting nails.
Morovan Professional Natural Nail Prep Dehydrator and Acid-Free Primer Set
Gel / Base Products
These are the products that helped me get stronger nails and a smoother application, even while I was still learning.
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Base coat is my first step in the process. When I do shorter nails, I apply two layers of this base before the color, and it also helps strengthen the nails.
essie Nail Care Here to Stay Nail Polish Base Coat
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These gels come in the biggest variety of colors, and they’re very easy to work with.
Bluesky Builder Gel - Pink Nude - 15ml
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These bottle gels are even easier to work with and very practical.
Fast & Easy Builder Gel 10ml - LBA02 - Latte
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This brush is very practical for guiding the gel on the nail, and I also use it for nail art and French manicures.
Nail Hq Nail Art Brush
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This is the brush I use to apply gel.
Nail HQ Nail Sculpting Brush
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These colors are PERFECT, and the variety of colors is huge.
Essie Original Nail Polish Boho Rodeo
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Top coat is the final step in manicure, and this one is one of the more affordable options while still being just as good.
Collection Spotlight Shine Gel Effect Top Coat 10.5Ml
Lamp & Electric Tools
These are the tools that made my at-home nail routine faster and smoother.
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This is the lamp I personally use, and it’s perfect for doing my nails at home.
Rio Uv Nail Lamp 36W Dual LED
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This is the most practical nail file for home use, and it comes with all the essential nail drills for a full manicure. A total must-have!
MelodySusie SC300F Electric Nail Drill Machine,30000 RPM Cordless Rechargeable Nail File Kit for Acrylic Gel Nail Care Manicure Polishing Set,Purple
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These are the bits I use for removing old gel, and sometimes for prepping the nail plate but I use a lower speed for that.
100Pcs 80/120/150/180/240Grit Electric File Nail Sanders Professional Drill Bits
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I use this set of bits to prep the nails and tidy up or lift cuticles, and they can be used with any electric nail file.
MelodySusie 10pcs Nail Drill Bits Set, 3/32 Inch Diamond Cuticle Nail Bits Kit for Nail E-File
Final Steps & Aftercare
Taking a few extra minutes for aftercare made my nails last longer and feel healthier.
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I always use this type of brush while doing my nails to clean off the dust from the nails.
Limei 10 Pack Nail Art Dust Cleaning Brush Scrubbing Manicure Pedicure Small Angle Clear Tools Nail Brush Nail Art Equipment, Random Color
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I use this oil both after finishing a manicure and daily, because it really hydrates my cuticles and smells amazing.
Superdrug Nail & Cuticle Oil
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This cream is also great and it keeps my hands and cuticles really hydrated and soft.
Superdrug Cuticle & Nail Cream