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We have beautiful nails at home! Acrylic/Gel-X Beginner Friendly

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These are items I could not live without as a Nail Tech! Starting out, I wanted to know the best of the best for a beginner. It wasnt the easiest to find, so my job now is to make it easy for other beginners to enter the beautiful world of nails!
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Beginner Gel Nail Polish Sets!

Want to have a variety of colors without the high prices? Choose from these brands!

 
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I first started off with Beetles, it has so many colors and a versatile selection!
Beetles 23Pcs Gel Nail Polish Set
 
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I love this brand, it shocked me how well made it is. Quality for a low price that cant be beat!
GAOY 42 Pcs Gel Nail Polish Set, All Seasons
 
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I love jelly nail colors, I started using these and havent looked back
Born Pretty Jelly Gel Nail Polish Set 6PCS
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If you want a greaaaat quality nail polish, you could not go wrong with, this is the brand for you!
DND Gel Polish Set, Sheer Collection Duo

Top Coat

Want the shine to last? these are your bestfriends

 
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This is another great choice!
GAOY No Wipe Gel Top Coat, 16ml, High Gloss
 
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I personally tried this for a few months and liked the shine it left on my nails!
KUPA GelFinity No-Wipe Top Coat 0.5 Fl Oz
 
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this one is on the higher end, this will have you set.
DND Gel Polish Set, Base & Top Coat, 0.5 Fl Oz

Shaping

To get the most crisp shape💅🏼

 
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It is crucial to have a good quality nail drill!
MelodySusie 30000 RPM Portable Nail Drill
 
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80/80 grit is the secret to having a perfect shaped nail.
25 Count 80 Grit Rectangle Nail Files
 
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the best nail files to achieve a clean shape, each side has its own grit.
Makartt 100/180 Grit Nail Files, 10 Pcs
 
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these are very gentle on your nails, it is important not to use a sanding band that is too rough, you ensure a healthy nail bed.
MelodySusie 100 Pcs Nail Drill Bits Sanding Bands
 
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look at this pretty color, make sure to have fun with selecting these, this helps seal your cuticle and prolong your nails.
3 Pcs 5 in 1 Nail Drill Bits Set, 3/32 Inch
 
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For a good manicure, I need these drill bits, whether its to clean the cuticle or the nail bed, this kit has everything I want.
ERUIKA 14pcs Nail Drill Bits Set for Manicure
 
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Small and cute, I love using these nail buffers, such a good value as well!
GazePlus 100 PCS Nail Buffer Block, 2 Way

Sanitation

It is so important that you prioritize cleanliness and sanitation, here are great products that are beginner friendly!

 
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I use sterilization pouches to store my implements. That way they are always within reach
ForPro Self-Sealing Sterilization Pouches, 200-Count
 
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Barbicide is so easy to use and effective, this is my go to for whenever im cleaning my tools
Barbicide Disinfectant Concentrate, 16 Fl Oz
 
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This is where your barbicide would go, I place my implements in here for 10-15 minutes, and they're brand new!
Gusnilo Sterilizer Box for Nail Tools - Orange
 
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I wanted a place to keep all my nail implements for my videos, these are super cute and colorful. Plus, I coordinate the colors with the days of the week!
Beauticom Large Nail Storage Case (4 Colors)

Nail Art Tools

Wanna know how I'm able to do my designs? 

 
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I love using these brushes, I can do just about anything with them
Komall 5Pcs Metallic Nail Art Brushes Set
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I started out with these, I love the rose quartz and dotting tools
21 Pcs Nail Art Brushes & Tools Set, Pink
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Table I use for my vids/clients

It is foldable, cute, practical and easy to put away!

 
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I wanted to do my nails on a stylish and practicle table. I found this folding desk that not only looks great but is also easy to put away and maximize space in your home!
WOHOMO 39.4" Folding Desk, Space-Saving

UV/LED Light

I've been using this since I first started and it still works like a charm.

 
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Needed something practical and reliable, at an affordable price. Genuinely a great product
SUNUV 48W UV LED Nail Lamp with Timers

Make sure nails last 4+ weeks!

A key to your nails lasting long is your nail prep. Make sure you prep your nails with a good file, dehydrator and primer!

 
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I started incorporating this into my routine and Im so glad i did!
Young Nails Protein Bond - Nail Primer 0.5 oz
 
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You always need a good dehydrator and primer, this is what helps your nails last
modelones Nail Dehydrator & Primer Kit
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Gel-X Girlies

Gel-X is the way to go if you're starting out on nails. Beginner friendly!

 
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I started my nail tech journey with Gel-X, you can too! This is a great 6n1 gel-x glue!
Gelike EC 6 in 1 UV Gel Nail Glue - Long Lasting
 
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great and flexible tips, just glow them on, file and paint away!
Modelones Almond Fake Nail Tips - 500Pcs
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The original gel-x creators! Great quality nail tips that feel like acrylic!
Apres Gel-X Natural Square Long Tips 500pc

Acrylic

These are great acrylics to start off with!

 
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Includes a variety of popular shades for french nails!
Mia Secret Cover Acrylic Powder Set 3 pcs
 
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A natural nude pink for frenchies, or overall whenever you want a cute pink
Young Nails Acrylic Core Powder - Pink 45g