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things to do gel-x nails yourself and save that $$$
36 items
By
Zhanna Burdeynaya
this list will mostly be on amazon. you could buy some of the smaller items on shein aswell!
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nail prep
painting
drill, lamp, etc
nail tips
nail prep
nail prep is more important than the painting itself! if there's no prep it won't last and your cuticles will be all cracked!
this protein bond makes nails last way longer
Young Nails Protein Bond Non-Acidic Nail Primer
good acetone
100% Pure Acetone
amazing brushes and don't shed the bristles
Artdone Nail Art Dotting Tools 6PCS Kit
good for wiping nails but with no lint leftover
1500Pcs Lint Free Nail Wipes, Pink No Lint Nail Wipes for Gel Nails Lint Free Polish Remover Wipe Eyelash Extensions Glue Nails Cleaning Pads Supplies
good cuticle nippers
Professional Cuticle Trimmer & Nippers, Stainless Steel Nail Care Tool | Sharp Blades, Cuticle Pusher, Double Spring, Cuticle Nippers, Nail Care Tool
these are really good and last a while
FiriKer 2PCS Nail Clippers Set Silver
this brand looks great. i bought mine off shein!
Canvalite 10 PCS Double Sided Nail Files
this is good if you don't like cutting your cuticles
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover™, Nail Treatment, Fast Drying, Contains Aloe and Chamomile
good to easily wipe all dust off nails
ANGNYA Nail Dust Brush Fluffy Dip Powder
i never used and i think you personally don't need it BUT people do say it's really good!
Morovan Pro Natural Nail Prep Dehydrate
painting
painting is important to define who you are by you nails!
nail glue for gluing tips on
Beetles 9 in 1 Gel Nail Glue Kit 2x15ml
the only base and top coat i have used so far, and hasn't disappointed me!
Beetles 2 Pcs 15ml No Wipe Gel Top & Base
the best for doing designs
Beetles Blooming Gel 15ml Clear UV Nail Art
love these colors, there's a bunch of options!
JODSONE 60 PCS Gel Nail Polish Set with Base & Top Coat
love this color, this brand more pricey but i personally think it's worth it! the polish brush is very clean and easy to use.
Opi Funny Bunny Nail Polish
love this pink shade
Bubble Bath Gel Nail Polish
bubble bath x funny bunny
Opi M A Bubble Bunny
good rubber base builder gel
modelones Builder Nail Gel, 7-in-One Clear ...
this pink is so cute
Opi Nail Polish Baby Take A Vow
so many cute colors for fall!
Beetles Fall Gel Polish Set, Fingertip Palette
this brown color looks super cute
Opi Espresso Your Inner Self
so many different shades of chromes!
Mirror Effect Silver Metallic Holographic Dip Powder
so perfect for perfecting that french tip but not dealing with the hassle of drawing it on
Beetles French Tip Silicone Nail Stamp Ste 3Pcs
drill, lamp, etc
all of these are needs to doing your nails at home!
the drill i use. it does its job
AIRSEE Studio Basic Portable Electric Nail Drill
the only good lamp
SUNUV UV LED Nail Lamp Gel Light White
love this lamp for flash curing the tips on
UV Nail Lamp - Flash Cure for Gel Nails
i like this for when i do other peoples nails
Subay Foldable PU Leather Nail Arm Rest - Pink
good drill bits to remove gel off nail.
MelodySusie Ceramic Nail Drill Bits Set 5Pcs
any lamp works but i use this one!
Lepro LED Desk Lamp 9.5W 800lm Metal Light
you would be surprised how much this collects when drilling off old sets! protect yourself from breathing it all in!
Makartt Nail Dust Collector 4200 RPM Adj Speed
i heard amazing things about this drill and i really want to try it out 🥹
MelodySusie Portable Clip-On Nail Drill SC320H
nail tips
love these for square nails
Beetles Gel Nail Tips Etch-X Square Medium 384pcs
i like these for toes
NOVO OVO Long Square Toe Nail Tips 360 Pcs
love these length and shape
Beetles Gel Nail Tips Almond Medium 500Pcs
shorter almond i love too
Beetles Gel Nail Tips 504Pcs 12 Sizes
these are fun if you want and have time to paint each color!
JASSINS 50Pcs Nail Swatch Sticks for Practice
