Solid gel, easy to use, not messy at all! Very beginner friendly
Makartt Clear Poly Nail Gel 50ML Builder
LIGHT NUDE - closest you’ll get to bubble bath jelly pink and it creates a self leveling smooth finish! Hides any imperfections in your nails. My HOLY GRAIL
Gelish Foundation Flex Base Coat, Light Nude 15mL
Best forms, easy to use, very beginner friendly
MODELONES Poly Extension Gel 120pcs Coffin Nails
I use a very fine brush like this when using that builder, I don’t just that builder brush to get anywhere NEAR my cuticle or side wall. I very gently go around the edges, ever so slightly dragging the product. It self levels so you don’t even have t...
MelodySusie 5Pcs Nail Art Liner Brushes Set
Shaping
MelodySusie is a solid brand, and great to use for prep and clean up!
MelodySusie Rechargeable Nail Drill 30000 RPM
Use these to prep! Safe for natural nails so you can clean up your cuticles and prevent lifting.
MelodySusie 10pcs 3/32 Diamond Nail Bits
For gel REMOVAL, when you’re getting ready to fill or remove the old set.
MelodySusie 7pcs Tungsten Carbide Nail Bits
Filing and shaping
Makartt Nail File 100/180 Grit Emery Boards
Buff out after using drill bits
GazePlus Nail Buffer Block 3-Way 10 Count
Polish
I like a few brands, but stick with base and top coat of the same brand! Using Chaun Legend colors? Use Chaun Legend base and top coat too. Try not to swap formulas around that weren’t meant to be used together!
So many beautiful colors, use ANY lamp!
Chaun Legend UV Gel Nail Polish 0.5oz LG5011
I love this duo, the top coat especially! Love a no cleanse/no wipe top coat! 🙌
DND Base & Top Gel Polish Set, 0.5oz
Love GAOY, never have had a bad experience with this brand! And Jelly colors? YES. 👏
GAOY Rose Garden Jelly Gel Nail Polish Kit
Prep
You gotta dehydrate your nail plate and prevent any possibility of lifting. Use quality prep that doesn’t cost a ton!
My holy grail nail prep! Could you just use alcohol? Sure. But the brush on this??? Scrub it in and watch your nail plate dry out perfectly is 💋👌chefs kiss
Mia Secret Acid Free Nail Prep Dehydrator 15ml
As you learn you WILL be wiping off mistakes (gel polish, builder gel, buffing off uneven layers) DO NOT USE ANYTHING EXCEPT LINT FREE WIPES. For real. Get these - my girl melody never disappoints
MelodySusie 1050Pcs Lint Free Nail Wipes
Gel X nails
For easy press-on style nails, you can do a gel x system. They last longer, but there is a learning curve! If you already love them but want a good system all in one, check out the link for SOFGEL, from the original creator of Gel X!
I have yet to try these. I tossed all my other gel x but plan to get this kit soon!
SOFTIPS PRO™ Master Kit
I do really like beetles if you use it properly. Keep it off your skin (as with ANY gel) and their TIPEX have an apex and are stronger than typical gel x, so they feel sturdy.
