Everything I’ve been using while learning builder gel and doing my nails at home — mostly soft pinks, neutral shades, and tools that made the process less overwhelming.
I didn’t realize how much nail dust was everywhere until I started doing builder gel at home. This keeps my desk so much cleaner.
MelodySusie Cordless Nail Dust Collector 3500RPM
One of my favorite soft pink shades when I want my nails to look natural but still polished.
OPI Nail Lacquer Bubble Bath & Funny Bunny
Helped me stop picking at my cuticles before doing my nails. Makes prep look much cleaner.
Olive & June Cuticle Remover, 30mL, Vegan
One of my favorite soft pink nude shades for neutral nails. I always come back to this color when I want something clean and natural looking.
DND Pink Gel Polish Set, UV/LED & Air Dry
Way better than opening five pink bottles trying to remember which one I used last time.
50 Pcs Clear Nail Swatch Sticks with Ring
I kept seeing nail techs recommend this for lifting, so I finally tried it and understood the hype.
Young Nails Protein Bond - Non-Acidic Nail Primer
Wanted something reliable without spending a fortune and this one has worked really well for builder gel.
SUNUV SUN2C UV LED Nail Lamp, 4 Timers
Definitely worth having extras if you use the dust collector a lot.
MelodySusie 2Pack Filter for HPro Nail Dust
The top coat especially leaves my nails super glossy and helps them last longer without looking dull.
DND Base & Top Gel Polish Set, 0.5oz
This made builder gel feel a lot less intimidating for me. Really nice consistency and easy to work with.
Orly Builder In A Bottle Soak-Off Sculpting Gel 18ml
These feel much smoother than the basic bits that come in most kits.
MelodySusie Ceramic Nail Drill Bits Set 5Pcs
One of those things you go through constantly once you start doing your nails at home.
Nail File & Buffer 10 Pcs Double Sided 100/180 Grit
Didn’t want something super expensive but also didn’t want one that felt weak or shaky. This was a good middle ground.
MelodySusie SC300F Rechargeable Nail Drill
Actually, makes sitting down to do your nails more comfortable, especially if you’re taking your time.
Subay Foldable PU Leather Nail Arm Rest - Light Gray
I use this constantly while filing to brush dust off before adding more product.
BQAN Nail Dust Brush Soft Kabuki Cleaner
Nice to have underneath everything so acetone and gel don’t end up all over the table.
LEOBRO Silicone Mats 11.69x8.26 for Resin & Crafts
Makes such a difference once your nails are done. I keep this next to my desk and use it constantly.
Cuccio Vanilla Bean Cuticle Oil 2.3 Fl Oz
Good for cleaning up hangnails and keeping everything looking neat between fills.
YINYIN Stainless Steel Cuticle Trimmer Set
One of the random little things that actually matters when doing gel nails.
400PCS Lint Free Nail Wipes with Acetone Dispenser
I mainly use these for removing shine and smoothing product before repainting.
MelodySusie 100 Pcs Nail Drill Bits Sanding Bands
Perfect for tiny details, chrome application, or simple minimal nail art.
5Pcs Nail Art Liner Brushes Set for Gel Nails
Gives that glazed look everyone’s been doing lately without needing anything complicated.
Beetles Chrome Nail Powder 2 Jars White & Purple
Adding a light to my setup really helped to make sure my nails were smooth.
Lepro LED Desk Lamp 9.5W 800lm, 5 Color Modes
A good option if you want nails that look more natural and lightweight than traditional acrylics.
UNA GELLA 312pcs Short Almond Nail Tips
Always good to have on hand for cleanup, polish changes, or fixing little mistakes without ruining the whole set.
Glamonade Acetone Gel Nail Polish Remover
One of those simple things that just makes painting toes less messy and frustrating.
48pcs Sponge Toe Separators Pedicure Set
I was tired of my nail stuff ending up everywhere. This keeps everything together and makes it easier to actually use what I already have.
