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Everything You Need for DIY Nails 💅
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items These are my favorite nail products, tools, Gel-X essentials and accessories for creating long-lasting, salon-worthy manicures at home. 💅✨
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Nail prep
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Gel-X Essentials
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Curing & Tools
Nail prep
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The foundation of a long-lasting manicure! A nail dehydrator removes excess oil and moisture, while a primer helps your Gel-X, gel polish, or acrylics adhere better. I never skip this step because it makes a huge difference in preventing lifting and ...
Nail Dehydrator And Primer - Amazon.com
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It quickly softens cuticles so they’re easy to push back, helping create a smooth nail surface for better gel adhesion and longer-lasting manicures.
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover Nail Treatment
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This stainless steel set helps gently push back cuticles and trim away excess skin for a neat manicure. Taking the time to prep your cuticles makes a big difference in how polished your nails look and can help prevent lifting with Gel-X or gel polish...
YINYIN Stainless Steel Cuticle Trimmer Set
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A staple in any DIY nail kit! These double-sided files are perfect for shaping natural nails, refining Gel-X tips, and prepping the nail surface before application. Durable, reusable, and always handy to have extras
Nail Files 12 Pack 100/180 Grit Emery Boards
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This brush helps remove dust, debris, and product residue from your nails before applying gel or Gel-X. Keeping your nails clean during the prep process helps create a smoother application
Larbois Nail Brush Grip, 4 Pack Pedicure
Gel-X Essentials
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The OG Gel-X tips for creating salon-quality extensions at home! These soft gel tips are lightweight, flexible, and come in multiple sizes for a perfect fit. The natural coffin shape makes it easy to achieve a trendy, professional-looking manicure wi...
Apres Gel-X Natural Coffin Tips 500pc
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A great affordable alternative. These pre-shaped almond tips save time on shaping and come in multiple sizes for a better fit. I like that they’re pre filed on the nail bed because it makes it quicker
UNA GELLA 504Pcs Medium Pointed Almond Nail Tips
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It secures nail tips while also working as a base gel and blooming gel for nail art. This builder-style gel glue creates a strong bond for long-lasting extensions and is a great budget-friendly option
Beetles 9 in 1 Gel Nail Glue Kit 2x15ml
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This is perfect for beginners! This solid glue gel makes applying Gel-X or press-on nails easier because it stays in place doesn’t make bubbles underneath while you position your tip and it helps reducing messy side overflow.
UNA GELLA Solid Nail Glue Gel 15ml UV/LED
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This adjustable tip cutter makes it easy to trim Gel-X, acrylic, or press-on nails evenly without cracking or splintering them. The built-in length guide helps achieve consistent length throughout all nails
Violet Red Adjustable Nail Clippers w/ Magnets
Curing & Tools
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This one is a reliable essential for curing Gel-X, builder gel, and gel polish. It has multiple timer settings and an automatic sensor for quick even curing, helping your manicure last longer
SUNUV UV Light Gel Nail Dryer 3 Timer Pink