So… I’m allergic to HEMA. Found out the hard way, puffy, itchy fingers are NOT cute. After way too much trial and error, I finally put together my perfect little kit for doing my nails at home without irritation. Every single thing here is HEMA-free ...
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Prep & Basic Tools
Builder Gels (HEMA-Free)
HEMA-Free Gel Polishes
Nail Drills & Bits
Lamps
Prep & Basic Tools
This is my quick “I don’t have time” option. It works fast, but if I want to baby my nails, I go for Blue Cross.
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover
My fave for softening cuticles without stinging or dryness. So gentle I can use it even when my skin’s feeling sensitive.
Cuticle Remover - Blue Cross
Smells nice, soaks in fast, and doesn’t leave me feeling greasy. I throw it on after gel removal to keep my nails happy.
Blue Cross Nail and Cuticle Care Oil – 1 oz
The only glue I trust for tips. Gel glues make me react, so this one has been a lifesaver.
Drip & Clog Proof Nail Glue
The dream team for keeping gels from lifting. No harsh acids, no burning, just a clean base that holds onto color for weeks.
Morovan Professional Natural Nail Prep Dehydrate and Acid-Free Primer ...
My ride-or-die starter kit. It has all the basics, files, buffers, cuticle pushers, clippers, and that little nail brush I didn’t know I needed until I had it. I use these every time before any gel or polish.
Nail Clippers Set Fingernail & Toenail Kit
Builder Gels (HEMA-Free)
My most-used builder base. Hypoallergenic, super strong, and it keeps my nails from breaking even when they’re longer.
Love easy Salon-Grade Builder Gel Wooly Beige & Pastel Rose
Cruelty-free, vegan, and comes in pretty natural tones that make your nails look polished even without color on top.
AIMEILI Hema Free Clear Builder Base Gel for Nails Building Extension 15ml
If I need a clear, smooth overlay, this is what I grab. Easiest one to work with if you’re new to builder gels.
Beetles HEMA-Free Builder Gel
HEMA-Free Gel Polishes
Honestly, I’ve tried almost every shade they have. Smooth application, cures perfectly, and they never irritate me.
Aimeili Long Lasting Hema Free Base Coat Gel Polish For Nail Salon
I love the shimmer shade for a quick “clean girl” mani.
Hema-free & Tpo-free Collection
A soft, happy color that somehow works for every season.
Hema Free TPO Free 7.5ml Gel Polish Upgraded Formula
Their glitter and cat-eye shades are fun without being too over-the-top.
HEMA FREE TPO FREE Nail Gel Polish 10ML VIVID SPECTRUM
If you’re indecisive like me, just get this. You’ll have a shade for every mood
Hema Free Gel Nail Polish Set 0.5fl oz/15ml - 57 Colors
All of their stuff is HEMA-free, vegan, and crazy good quality. The nudes are my favorite.
Clear Builder Gel | Soak Off Gel Nail Polish | HEMA-Free | Vegan
Glossy, strong, and no sticky layer after curing. The base holds onto color like a champ.
Glossy Top Coat & Base Coat Nail Gel Polish 2Pcs 15ml
Nail Drills & Bits
My main drill. Powerful but smooth, so it doesn’t shake like crazy in your hand.
Nail Drill
My “travel” drill, but it still gets the job done when I’m not at home.
Portable Nail Drill Professional 35000 RPM
Gentle enough for the cuticle area without nicking skin.
Ceramic Bit Kit
These have lasted me forever. Multiple grits so I always have the right one.
Carbide Nail Drill Bits with 300pcs Sanding Bands
Lamps
My first lamp. Cheap and does the job, but over time you can tell it’s not as strong as higher-end ones.
JODSONE 320W U V LED Nail Lamp Dryer
My current love. Cures everything fast and evenly — no half-cured thumbs.
