I've recently started getting into doing my nails at home, and this is everything in my kit so far. I'm not a professional and I'm still learning but these are the things I recommend!
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necessities
These are things you'll definitely need if you want to start doing your nails at home.
i use gel x polish because it's easy to use and i think it lasts longer than regular polish
Aprés Nail | The Original Gel-X® System, Soft Gel Extensions, Gel Polish & Pro ...
Essential for applying press-ons or acrylic tips — just a tiny drop goes a long way.
KISS PowerFlex Brush-On Nail Glue
Cures gel polish in seconds for that long-lasting salon finish.
Nail Curing Lights
Great nails start with the right prep. File your nails before gluing the tips on.
Nail File
Use them to prep your nails, clean off dust, or remove the sticky layer after gel polish.
Care Touch Alcohol Wipes 70% Isopropyl
You'll need nail clippers to cut your natural nails and/or your acrylic tips to your desired length!
Fashion Fingernail & Toenail Clippers
Snap these onto your natural nails for instant length and shape before adding polish or acrylic.
Clear Acrylic Nail Tips 500PCS French ...
fun stuff
These are just fun additions, and you don't necessarily need them.
A genius little tool that gives you flawless French tips in seconds—no shaky hands required.
Saviland French Tip Nail Stamp 4PCS Kit
Don't use this as an actual base but put it around your nail, on your actual finger. So even if you mess up and paint outside the lines you can easily peel it off. Simplynailogical taught me this
Peel You Later Peel-Off Base Coat
Add flowers, lines, or sparkles with easy-to-use tools
Professional Nail Art Brushes COLLECTION
Add sparkle, shimmer, or chrome to your mani with loose glitter or glitter polish — because plain is boring.
Nail Glitter | Sprinkle On Collection
I love using this nail holder when I'm doing designs. It makes it so much easier when I'm not using my dominant hand!
Nail Stand For Press On, Nail Holder For Painting Nails Nail Display Practice ...