Everything you need to create salon-worthy Gel X nails right at home! From prep tools to application must-haves, this list covers the basics so you can save money, get creative, and keep your nails looking flawless without the salon trip. Don’t forge...
toss out the hand held filers and buy an electric filer! these speed up the process and make it so much easier when your filing. they have different heads and lots of the basic ones to switch out.
Electric Nail Filer
i apply this on my cuticles and leave it for 5 minutes. after that, i scrape the excess off and trim up if needed. this stuff works so well and lasts so long.
Sally Hanson Cuticle Remover
this three piece set helps to push back any cuticles and cut off any excess.
3 Piece Cuticle Kit
after i file my nails, i use this dehydrator to dry my nails and remove any oil on them. it helps add length to the longevity of your nails staying on.
Modelones Nail Dehydrator
after the dehydrator, i use this! don’t soak your nails in this because a little goes a long way.
Modelones Nail Primer
these aren’t the gel x brand but i love these! they come pre-filed so they help stay on longer. i once bought the small almond shape but i ended up having to file off a lot for the length i wanted. with the extra short almond, i can apply them and no...
UNA GELLA Extra Short Almond Nail Tips 216PCS
so many people harp on the beetles brand but as long as you follow directions and use gel glue carefully- this one’s perfect. i coat the nail with thin layer then a dot at the base.
Beetles Gel Polish 2 Pcs Nail Glue Kit
after i apply the nail, i use this to flash cure. i only hold my finger under for about 10-15 seconds.
Beetles Mini UV Light for Gel Nails with Smart Sensor
after i flash cure the nails, i use this to fully cure them. its so easy to use and i love the led design on top. theres 4 different timing options. the top also comes which makes it easy to use when doing your toes.
Gugusure 180W UV LED Nail Lamp with LCD
when i first starting doing nails, i wanted a variety of colors so i bought these. the bottles are very small but each color lasts at least 3 sets. after trying the different colors, i bought higher quality and bigger bottles of the colors i loved th...
JODSONE 60 PCS Gel Nail Polish Set Kit
top coat is a must and i love the beetles one. very easy to apply and cure.
Beetles Top Coat
these are so helpful when you’re trying new designs on your nail. there’s 6 different ones and they’re all meant for different purposes.
6 Piece Nail Design Kit
these aren’t a necessity but they’re super helpful between coats of the gel polish. after the gel is cured, lint and dust can easily get on your nails and then get stuck there after you apply a top coat.
Line Free Nail Wipes
i’m obsessed with adding chrome on my nails. i apply top coat and cure it for 30 seconds, then rub on the chrome. i brush off the excess- apply top coat and fully cure.
White Chrome Nail Powder
this is my favorite acetone to use. i use it to take off any nail polish and to soak my gel x nails off.