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💅 Nail Tech Essentials
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items My go-to nail products, tools, and supplies for Gel-X, nail art, and client services. Tested on my beauty business journey.
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💅 Nail Tips & Extensions
✨ Nail Art Essentials
🔌 Nail Equipment
🧼 Nail Prep & Sanitation
🎨 Gel Polishes & Builder Gels
💅 Nail Tips & Extensions
The nail tips, extension systems, and application products I use for Gel-X sets and custom nail designs.
When I decided to learn Gel-X, Apres was the brand I kept seeing recommended. These are the tips I use when creating custom nail sets.
Shop Gel-X® Tips - Aprés Nail
✨ Nail Art Essentials
My favorite nail art products for creating unique sets, including chrome, cat-eye effects, rhinestones, charms, and 3D designs.
Okay, this one is just fun 😂. I picked it up to practice 3D flowers and other nail art designs, and it’s been helping me step outside my comfort zone.
12-Color 4D Nail Sculpture Gel Set, 5g Each Resin-Based LED Curable Gel for 3D Nail Art Design, Long-Lasting Pigmented Colors, Smooth Application for Professional & Home Use, Compatible with Nail
If you love that glossy, reflective look on nails, you’ll understand why I keep chrome powder in my collection.
Mirror Effect Chrome Powder, 2g Fine Powder Safe Lasting Chrome Nail Art Powder for Nail Salon for Nail Art Lovers
If you’re learning nails, stock up on these early. I use them regularly for prep and shaping, and having different grits is super helpful.
CHICIRIS Sanding Bands,210pcs Professional Manicure Pedicure Sanding Bands Nail Drill Bits 80# 120# 180# Grit,Sanding Bands File
🔌 Nail Equipment
The tools and equipment that help me work efficiently, create quality sets, and maintain a professional nail setup.
This is one of those products I bought once and never had to think about again. It just does what I need it to do.
All – SUNUV® Official Store
This was one of the first major purchases for my nail setup. I wanted something beginner-friendly that I could learn with as I build my skills.
Kredioo Nail Drill 35000RPM for Acrylic
Not all drill bits do the same thing. Having different bits on hand makes prep, shaping, and removal much easier depending on the service.
MelodySusie 21pcs 3/32'' Ceramic Nail Drill Bit Set
Having a dust collector makes clean up so much easier.
L'UGX Premium Nail Dust Collector (48W)
🧼 Nail Prep & Sanitation
The prep and sanitation products I use to promote proper nail preparation, cleanliness, and tool maintenance.
One thing I’m not playing about is sanitation. This is what I use to disinfect my tools and help keep my beauty workspace clean and professional.
PREempt™ CS20 - PREempt™ Salon and Spa Disinfectants
If you’re learning nails, don’t overlook this tool. It helps with prep and makes the finished set look much cleaner.
Cuticle Pusher - Amazon.com
Trust me, you’ll go through these faster than you think. I keep a box nearby because I use them throughout my nail prep routine.
MED PRIDE Sterile Alcohol Prep Pads 70% IPA
🎨 Gel Polishes & Builder Gels
One of the builder gels I use when creating structured nail sets. Beginner-friendly and easy to work with while practicing and growing my nail business.
Builder Nail Gel by Beetles: Achieve Length, Thickness & Strength for
A staple in my nail kit. I use this base and top coat combo to help my sets last longer and give them a smooth, glossy finish.
Beetles 2 Pcs 15ml No Wipe Gel Top Coat and Base Coat Set
A must-have in my nail kit for matte nail designs. Gives sets a clean, velvety finish and works great with nail art.
Beetles Gel Matte Top Coat: Long-Lasting, No Wipe Gel Nail Polish