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Sorry, I can't go out. I'm doing my nails 💅
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I've been doing my own gel-x nails at home now for about a year and I've learned a lot! There's definitely a learning curve but it's so much fun and you get full creative control while saving money which is a true win-win
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Nail Prep
 
Gel-X Tips
 
Gel Polish
 
Nail Art Tools
 
Nail Stickers
 
Misc/Organization

Nail Prep

Everything you'll need to turn your nails into the perfect canvas for gel

 
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This is the UV light I use and it's amazing!
OVLUX UV LED Nail Lamp 180W, Professional Dryer
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Perfect mini light for flash curing
Mini UV Nail Lamp with 2 Timers, Portable USB
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Always good to have a big bottle of acetone on hand
Pronto 100% Pure Acetone Nail Polish Remover 8oz
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This stuff is just so good
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover, 1 Fl. Oz.
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These three are great tools!
Cbiumpro Cuticle Cutter with Pusher & Nippers
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Great beginner cuticle pusher
Orly Cuticle Pusher/Remover
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This is the e-file I use and I love it! Battery lasts forever
MelodySusie 30000 rpm Nail Drill, SC320H Portable
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Smaller sanding bands for better/gentler control
Small Sanding Bands with 3.1mm Mandrel Bit, 240 Grit
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SUPER gentle for cleaning up cuticles
PANA 3/32" Fine Cuticle Clean Ceramic Nail Bit
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I love ceramic bits bc they never overheat
MELODYSUSIE Ceramic Nail Drill Bits Set, 5Pcs
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Hands down the best cuticle oil and smells so good
Cuccio Naturale Revitalizing Oil - Milk & Honey
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If you want to take your cuticle oil on the go
3ml Transparent Twist Pen for Cuticle Oil, 6Pack
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The best nail files
25 Count Nail Files 100/180 Grit, Reusable
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These are great for brushing off any dust/debris from your nails
Handle Grip Nail Brush, 5 Pack (Multicolor)
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Vital for nail prep
modelones Nail Dehydrator & Primer Kit
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The super glue of nail glue (for press-ons)
Cala Super Nail Glue Professional (4 Bottles)
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Not to be dramatic but this saved my nails
Repair Mode Bond Building Nail Serum - OPI | Ulta Beauty
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Gel-X Tips

Think of these as press-on nails that you UV cure to your nail so they last way longer! Pro tip: pay attention to the natural shape of your nail bed--is your nail more flat or curved? Always use tips that are consistent with your nail shape.

 
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THE BEST gel-x tips
Apres - gel-x tips 2.0 - natural almond short (600 pcs)
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Great tips if you like a more rounded shape
Apres - gel-x tips 2.0 - natural round short (600 pcs)
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Gel Polish

Everything from builder, glue, and base gel to top coat

 
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A staple for strengthening nails
The Gel Bottle - All In One BIAB Gel Polish - Clear .67oz
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FANTASTIC and so cheap!
Beetles Gel Polish 5 in 1 Nail Glue and Base Gel Kit
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Another great & affordable top coat
VENALISA 15ML No Wipe Tempered Top Coat Gel
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Mermaid cat eye nails need I say more
Double Rhythm Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish Set
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My love for jelly polish knows no bounds
Born Pretty Jelly Gel Nail Polish Set 6PCS
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A little pricey but so worth it
Gel Palette Painting Gel for Nail Art, 40 Colors
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Can you tell that I love cat eye nails
MIZHSE 9D Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish Set, 10ml*6
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Color changing!!!
YTD Likomey Color Changing Gel Nail Polish,15ml
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Soooo vampy I love it
1pc Long-Lasting Red Wine Gel Nail Polish UV/LED Soak Off Gel Nail Polish For Nail Art DIY Salon Home Holiday Gift For Women
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Look! At! These! Colors!!
OPI - GelColor Summer Make The Rules Summer 2023 Collection 0.5 oz
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The perfect pink
Kiara Sky Gel Polish Pink Tutu 0.5 Fl Oz
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Always always always need a good black polish
Kiara Sky Gel Polish, Black To Black, 15 Gram
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Nail Art Tools

Once you get comfortable with gels, here are some tools to help make your designs pop and your mental health thrive lmao

 
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For when you want to add a little bling
Makartt No Wipe Nail Rhinestone Glue for Nails
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For cat eyes!
8 Pcs Nail Magnet Tool Set, Double-head Flower
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Paint this around your nail to make cleanup super easy
PUEEN Latex Tape Peel Off Cuticle Guard 15ml
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Great alternative to liquid latex
Makartt 100pcs Gel Nail Polish Protector
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These are a must for nail stickers
NUOMI 2 Pcs Straight Nail Tweezers with Silicone
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Reliable white chrome powder
2 Boxes White Pearl Chrome Nail Powder, Mirror
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These have amazing pigment and are so mess free!!
Katfan Pearl Liquid Nail Powder Pearlescent
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Easiest nail art method
Gelish Mini Blooming Gel Polish
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You can never have enough fine detail brushes
AIEX 9pc Fine Detail Paint Brush Set (Black)
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Great staple pack
SINEN 5 Pcs Double Ended Nail Design Brushes Set
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Another innovative chrome tool!
Harmony Gelish - Chrome Stix Set
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For when you need an industrial strength cat eye lmao
Realth Bar Magnets Rare Earth Magnetic
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Nail Stickers

Listen, sometimes hand-painting little strawberries on your dominant hand is just a little too much

 
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This bad boy holds SO MANY sticker sheets
144 Slots Nail Art Sticker Storage Book
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To add a lil something something
JMEOWIO 12 Sheets Aurora Nail Art Stickers
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Always warding off the evil eye
Evil Eye 3D Nail Art Stickers, 6 Sheets
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So cute for spring
8 Sheets Flower Nail Art Stickers Decals 3D
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Sometimes this is the mood
Graffiti Fun Nail Art Stickers Abstract Smiling
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Great for witchy vibes
JMEOWIO 8 Sheets Flame Nail Art Stickers
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It's giving mermaid it's giving classy
ella+mila - Nail Art Decal - Pearly Whites
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The Truth Is Out There
Deco Beauty - Nail Art Stickers - Glow
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Cutest jelly stickers!
Deco Beauty - Nail Art Stickers - Jelly
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For all your fruity nail needs
Leelosp 14 Sheets Summer Nail Art Stickers Decals
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3D!!! Cherries!!
PrettyDiva 5D Spring Crystal Cherry Nail Stickers
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These look juicy enough to eat ngl
5D Kawaii Strawberry Jelly Nail Art Stickers
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Always good to have letters on hand (pun intended)
Letter Nail Stickers 3D Self-Adhesive 6 Sheets
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So cute I could die
PrettyDiva 5D Pearl Nail Art Stickers
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So summery and fun!
Summer Ocean Shell 5D Embossed Nail Stickers
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Misc/Organization

While I love mess, my mental health does not

 
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Great for swatches or testing nail art
150 Pcs Clear Nail Swatch Sticks with Ring, Fan Shape
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Because we love organization here
ALCYON Universal Nail Polish Holder & Organizer
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