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My Nail Kit Essentials
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items Skip the salon and save your coins with these amazing DIY at home nail products. From a basic manicure to gel extensions, this list has everything you need to keep your fingers and toes happy!
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Basic Nail Care
Gel Must-Haves
The Perfect Nail Color Doesn’t Exis…..
Equipment & Studio Essentials
Basic Nail Care
Get the job done with these basics
When it comes to nail hardeners, OPI Nail Envy is the top of the line. Honestly this is such a great product and it's been around forever which speaks to the quality. It's not the cheapest one on the market, but if you want results, this is for you.
OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener
Say adios to chips, cracks, and ridges with this bond repair formula. This is fantastic but full disclosure, you need to use it daily for about a week to really start seeing results.
OPI Repair Mode | Sally Beauty
Gel Must-Haves
Put the Beetles down and thank me later.
When it comes to gel, it's Olive and June or bust. This system has everything you need to get started including their amazing peel off base coat.
HD Gel Mani System
100% the BEST builder gel. It's easy to apply, easy to wear and it is wicked tough. Use as an overlay or to create extensions. Also check out their easy how-to tutorials on their YT site!
Clear - Builder Gel
Ah summer! This cute set has all the vivid 2026 summer colors in one kit!
Spring Summer 2026 Gel Set
The Perfect Nail Color Doesn’t Exis…..
Oh wait, yes it does.
Some shades are just naturally gorgeous. Pretty Privilege is no exception, a soft pink magnetic that seems to always catch the light just right.
Holo Taco - Pretty Privilege
Don’t drink this Wicked Potion. Relish in this enchanting magnetic green polish: a tempting concoction of a deep emerald allure with a dash of scattered holo. Wave your wand and watch as this bottle invokes some wicked magic.
Holo Taco - Wicked Potion
My Pisces girlies are going to love this amazing dusty blue from OPI. With a pearl finish this is the perfect summer color for the fishies.
OPI - Pisces the Future
Love love LOVE this neutral shade. It's perfect for that clean look, lasts forever and holds up well under regular wear and tear.
Olive & June - Extra Marshmallows
I'm a sucker for a good cinnamon color but this sparkle/glitter one is my top-fav right now. It gives me the color I want with an extra sparkle that looks great together. It's a long-lasting, durable polish that holds up well under wear and tear.
Olive & June - Museum Date
Equipment & Studio Essentials
Build your own studio at home!
When it comes to sitting down with good lighting and serious intent, this has not once failed me. It's a dryer and electric file combo and it keeps everything neat and organized.
Kiss Powerfile Nail File
When it comes to tips and tricks for taking off my builder gel I've literally tried everything. This machine is an actual life-saver though. Its a bit more time consuming than wrapping and soaking, but my nails come out healthier than ever and you'll...
Nailboo Magic Manicure Remover
These swabs making cleaning up fine details and edges a breeze. This is the best quality for the best price that I've found!
Clean Skin Club Clean Swabs
Like my swab rec, these have never let me down. Are they plain? Sure, but they get the job done and there's 20 for $7!
FANDAMEI 20PCS Nail File & Buffer Kit
I had a roommate once that insisted on using my vintage thrift cups for acetone and eventually it left a weird film around the glass. Now with these I don't have to worry about it and they're $5!
Bulex 2 Pack Clear Glass Dappen Dish Cups
For anyone that is doing a lot of heavy nail filing this little machine is a life-saver. It collects all the dust in the air and sucks it right up. I use this with my file/dryer combo and getting my nails done is a breeze now.
L'UGX Rechargeable Nail Dust Collector w/ 2 Filters
These are a MUST HAVE for anyone looking for inexpensive swatches. They come on nice rings too to keep everything together which is a nice little bonus.
150 Clear Nail Swatch Sticks with Ring