This is a list of everything a beginner nail tech that is interested in learning Gel-X will need! I am still a beginner myself, but if this can help out my fellow beginners then I would gladly give out my recommendations.
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Nail Prep
Gel Polish
Nail Tools
Nail Tips
Nail Prep
All the items you would need for your nail prep before application. This is for your whole process before you put those nail tips on your clients nails.
Perfect primer for prep
XTRABOND Primer | Acid-Free Nail ...
This is a rest way to dehydrate your clients nail beds to ensure that application is smooth and retention is perfect
Nail Prep
Perfect combination for both starting and finishing a nail sets
Beetles Top and Base Coat 15 ml
perfect for practicing your application
2.0 Silicone Practice Hand – RÉDI by Red Iguana
Hands down the best peel off base coat with the least amount of effort required to use
Olive & June Gel Polish Base Coat | Long Lasting
I love this glue because it’s easier to control when squeezing from the bottle and the retention is amazing.
Beetles Nail Glue Gel 2Pcs 20g Strong
Gel Polish
All the polishes I would recommend for someone trying to grow their collection
Great affordable matte top coat, also great for chrome isolations
Beetles Matte Gel Top Coat 15ML No Wipe
Great clear builder gel for girls that want to grow their natural nails
Beetles Builder Gel 0.51 OZ 8 in 1 Clear
Great milky builder gel for girls that want to grow their natural nails
Beetles Milky White Builder Gel 15ml
A great brand for starters trying to find their go to colors, they also can last for a good amount of time
JODSONE 36 PCS Gel Nail Polish Set - 32 Colors
Nail Tools
All the tools I use throughout my whole process of doing nails
Best mini UV lamp for gel-x application and to flash cure nail art
Makartt 30W Mini UV LED Nail Lamp with Timer
Every drill bit that you could possibly need so you can figure out how to work the as a beginner
26pcs 3/32in Ceramic Nail Drill Bits Set
Best investment I’ve made starting out and it has lasted me for about 4 months now
MelodySusie Portable Nail Drill 30000 RPM
Best grit to use when working on the natural nail and the thin shape allows a better coverage on the nail and you can see what you are doing better
100pcs 240 Grit Sanding Bands + 2 Mandrels
Another rest investment from a brand i truly trust, great for picking up all other dust that comes from nail filing
MelodySusie Nail Dust Collector Vacuum Fan
Great for shaping either natural nails or even nail tips
50 Pcs Double Sided Nail Files 100/180 Grit
Great when you need to cut nail tips down for shaping or full soak offs
MORGLES Acrylic Nail Clipper with Sizer, Pink
Great brushes for nail art and French tips
Artdone Nail Art Pens, 5PCS Copper Liner Brushes
This baby is amazing, she is still staying strong for 6 months. But make sure you later invest in a stronger one in the future
LKE 40W UV LED Nail Polish Lamp with Timers
Nail Tips
All shapes and sizes of nail tips I use for gel x application
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA Almond Gel Nail Tips 504PCS Clear
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA 504PCS Short Almond Nail Tips
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA 216pcs Short Square Fake Nails
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA 216pcs Medium Square Fake Nails
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA 216pcs Short Almond Fake Nails
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA 216pcs Medium Almond Press-On Nails
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA Medium Oval Fake Nails 216pcs
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
UNA GELLA 216PCS Coffin Gel Nail Tips
My favorite brand for affordable and durable nails
