Thinking about doing your own Gel-X nails? Save yourself the trial and error!! This beginner's guide includes all the must-have Gel-X essentials. From nail tools and prep products to my favorite gel polishes and cute charm recommendations. Whether yo...<3
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Prep
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Gel Polish
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Charms, Gems, and More
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Tools
Prep
One of, if not, THE MOST, important step to ensuring your gel-x nails are lasting.
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My personal go-to for cuticle removal! ALWAYS use a wooden cuticle pusher avoid using knippers as long as possible!
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover Nail Treatment
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You can also just use regular alcohol but if not, THIS is the one to go with!
modelones Nail Dehydrator
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If you want to ensure your nails last, YN is definately the way to go!
Young Nails ProteinBond
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The HOLY GRAIL!!!! Been using this glue ever since I started doing my nails and it has never let me down
Beetles 15ml 9-in-1 Gel Nail Glue UV
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My personal choice for nail tips! Super durable, long lasting, and has multiple nail shape and size options!
UNA GELLA Gel Nail Tips, Pre Etched, Full Cover
Gel Polish
My recommendations for both baddies on a budget and baddies who ball!ย
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For the beginners who want a BUNCH of colors for a decent price, beetles is the way to go!
Beetles Gel Polish Set - 32 Color Starter Set
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For the girlies who want to spend more now, to spend less later, DND and DC are the polish's I HIGHLY reccomened!
DC Mermaid Collection Set
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Cat Eye polish is SO IN!! Again, beetles is the way to go if your new to gel-x and want to start small :)
Beetles Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish Set
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Lock your polish in PLACE with this topcoat!! Reduces flaking and scratches
KUPA GelFinity No-Wipe Gel Top Coat
Charms, Gems, and More
Add some glitz and glam to your nails!
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The best starter set for charms and gems!
FANDAMEI Nail Charms, Nail Rhinestones Kit
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The hardest to use but the cutest to wear!
Artdone 16 Jars Chrome Nail Powder
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Lock your jewels and gems in place AND use this glue to create 3D works of art as well!
MelodySusie Nail Rhinestone Glue & 3D Gel
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Add some shimmer and texture to your nails :p
Flatback Nail Pearls and Gems
Tools
MUST HAVE tools for a beginner set up
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If you're gonna splurge on anything, splurge on your UV nail lamp! It is essential to fully cure any gel before moving on to the next step.
SUNUV UV LED Nail Lamp
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The perfect beginners set for nail care; remember always use a wooden cuticle pusher for cuticle care!
FANDAMEI Nail Care Kit
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If you want cute designs you're gonna need brushes for the execution!
Artdone Nail Art Pens & Liner Brushes
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Remove dust, debris, and oil from your nails throughout the process using this!! Leaves your nails spotless and shiny.
Young Nails Nail Swipe
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HIGHLY recommend one of these lamps when you are applying your tips on to your nails. Note: it is NOT for full application! Only use when first applying to keep them in place, then when hand is completed, fully cure in regular lamp.
