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What you need to start a press on nail business on a budget: LEVEL 1
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items Level 1: This is the very basics of what you need to start a press-on nail business. Starting a business isn't cheap, but I have learned from my mistakes, so you don't have to. If I had to start from scratch, this is what I would get as budget-friend...
This is the first gels I bought. I made sure it had all the colors of the rainbow. I also planned out a couple of designs with those colors before buying them. It's cheaper to start with a set of colors than to buy them individually. Once I made prof...
Beetles Summer Gel Nail Polish Set Green Pink Blue Glitter
Black and white- crucial
Beetles White & Black Gel Nail Polish Kit 2x15ml
I've had 2 lamps so far and I like this one the best. It was the most recommended and it has a mirror at the bottom to help cure all angles of the nail. I'll never buy a lamp with no mirror at the bottom. The only con is that it doesn't have a screen...
Achieve Salon-Worthy Nails at Home with SUN2C UV LED Nail Lamp
I use this to keep the UV light away from me. I put my lamp on top of it and turn it away when it's curing. It helps keep my gels from curing if I'm painting (learned that the hard way) and keeps the UV light from hitting me
Copco Basics 9-Inch Non-Skid Turntable
This is the top coat I trust the most. I use this for all my orders. Its not too thick or too thin
No Wipe Top Coat
This is the base color I use the most. It has a natural color with a hint of pink
AIMEILI Gel Nail Polish Cruelty Free Vegan
I like this milky white because it's not too opaque or too see through
RARJSM Milky White Gel Nail Polish 15ml
These are what I use to mount the nails on to when I paint them. It's really important to get the thinner ones because if they're thicker than the nail you'll end up painting over the sides of the nail. I got multiple of these so I could batch paint ...
BQAN 2 Set Aurora Acrylic Nail Holder Stand
I do prefer the metal ones since they're more durable, but just remember to not use cateye gel while using them
ANGNYA 2 Set Aurora Nail Holder Stand
These are also pretty sturdy
2 Nail Stand for Press Ons, Fake Nail Holder
These are mini ones, and I got these just in case the pinky nail was too small for the other ones. They do come in handy
Corconess 2 Pcs Aurora Acrylic Nail Stand
This is where I keep my rubbing alcohol and acetone. The container makes it easy to wet the wipe
3 Pack Push Down Pump Dispenser Bottles
These are the lint free nail wipes I use
BLUERISE Lint Free Nail Wipes White 600pcs
90%+ is recommended for gel but I've used 70% and had no problem
Equate 91% Isopropyl Alcohol Liquid Antiseptic, 32 fl oz, Twin Pack
I use this to clean the back of the nail. Make sure to use a small amount and not too much pressure because it can melt the nail
Pronto 100% Acetone Nail Polish Remover - Gel ...
This is a trusted brand. Use one shape and size for now- remember this is the basics
UNA GELLA Almond Fake Nails 216pcs Medium
This has single-handedly saved my desk from gel, acentone, alcohol, everything. It's easy to clean too. Since it is silicone it'll attract dust but I just use a lint roller to clean it
LEOBRO White Silicone Mat 23.4x15.6"
You're going to have to file the tips of the nail and I personally preffer buffing them to prep them. Some people use acetone but I feel like chemically etching them just puts more fumes in the air and thins out the nail. You don't even have to prep ...
Nail File and Buffer 10 Pcs Double Sided
7mm,9mm, and 11mm are my most used but it just depends on what you feel more comfortable with. I mostly depended on my nail art and invested in charms later.
Saviland 6pcs Nail Art Liner Brushes Set
This is what I use to dust off the back of the nail
SILPECWEE 2 Pcs Nail Dust Brushes for Acrylic
This is what I use as my palette. It's more durable than the plastic ones and fits more. If there's a lot of gel on it, I use a tissue paper with alcohol to wipe it down. The lint free wipes also works
Pro Nail Art Color Toning Glass Makeup Palette
These are thick and durable. Good at protecting my skin. Keep in mind that gel particles can go through the glove and give you an allergy so wipe it off when you see it
ASAP Thick Black Nitrile Gloves 6 Mil
These are also durable and I'm able to use my phone with them. It's also easier for me to see when I got gel on it so I can wipe it off asap
Luminous Collection Lilac Frost Nitrile Gloves
This is where I put the glue, buffer, file, and cuticle stick for my customers. It's also reusable
Akstore 100pcs 3.6x4.8'' Organza Gift Bags
This has everything you need to package the nails. You can print out application instructions if you like
Qenk 100PCS Holographic Nail Storage Bags
This is the best glue I have found and lasts a long time
Makartt Super Strong Nail Glue for Acrylic Nails
This buffer is good for natural nails
MARYTON Nail Buffer Mini Block Files 130ct
2 birds with one stone. I make sure I give my customers a bugger,glue,cuticle stick, and file. Rubbing alcohol is a household item so I don't include it and it's also a hazard for shipping since it's flammable
200 Mini Nail Files 180/240 Grit Orange
Cute and waterproof
Fuxury Bubble Mailers 6x10" 100 Pack Pink
Easy to use and fits in the printer
KKBESTPACK Half Sheet Shipping Labels 2
Alternative to lint free wipes, works perfectly fine with gel
OWELL Prep Pads - 100 Sterile Alcohol Wipes
For the dust
NNPCBT 100PCS 3 Ply Black Disposable Masks
I use these for when I take pictures of my nails. I cut them in half so they come off easier. I also use these to stick the nail onto the nail stand. These last longer
Allstarry 288pcs Waterproof Adhesive Tabs
This saved my desk, my old one was ruined with nail polish and acetone. I do recommend getting a lint roller to clean it
LEOBRO White Silicone Mat 23.4x15.6in