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How To Be a Nail Girly On a Budget💅
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items A little over a year ago I decided I wanted to be a nail girly. I only had one problem, I am BROKE college kid who didn’t have the money, time, or patience to go to a salon. DIY it was! Whether you are looking for long-lasting press ons or at home ge...
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Press Ons
SAFE AT HOME GEL
Supplies
Nail Care
Press Ons
The fastest (and cheapest) way to have stylish fingernails!!
These nails are 3D and absolutely stunning. Some of my favorite nails I’ve ever had!
Sparkle Aura Mixed Pack - Press-On | Medium | Oval
Simple but STUNNING press ons. (I also have this color in gel)
Pink Goldfish | Oval | Medium
As a pink girly I LOVED these!! A comfortable length so it is easy to do things!
Pink Chrome French - Press-On | Short | Round
My first set of French I tried and these are beautiful! Simple Chrome girlies will love these!
Chrome French - Press-On | Medium | Oval
First set I ever tried and I still think about them. One word. STUNNING.
Olive & June Press-On Fake Nails - World Lit Velvet - 42ct
My little sis’s nails! She loved these because she loves blue and daisies! A great length for all the outdoor work she does!
Angelfish Flower Shower - Press-On | Extra Short | Squoval
My favorite press-ons of all time! The little 3D pearls and the pearlescent French tip are to die for.
True Pearl French - Press-On | Medium | Oval
Another stunning set. Sparkles and Velvet? YES PLEASE😍😍
Velvet Lava - Press-On | Medium | Oval
The first Almond set I tried. I didn’t know how I would feel about it but ofc I ended up loving these! French tip, Pink, Velvet! All my favorite things!!
Hot Strawberry Velvet French - Press-On | Medium | Almond
SAFE AT HOME GEL
So you want to get a little more creative? Gel is the way to go!! These gel polishes are HEMA free so they are safe to use at home without the fear of getting contact dermatitis.
The best way to get started! And it comes with a lamp!!
Olive & June Nail Gel Starter Kit
The most perfect nude gel polish for the pale girls!
The Queen Takes Her Tea With Milk - Gel
I told you I had it in gel😉
I love to use this to top of a nude to add some dimension!
Pink Goldfish - Gel
OMG. This makes the most beautiful pearly white French tips. I had some designs saved on Pinterest and this made it come to life!!
Atlas - Gel
The most beautiful purple! A new add to my collection
You're Invited soft lavender Gel Polish
Also a new add to my collection, and it pairs BEAUTIFULLY with You’re Invited!
TT - Gel
The prettiest pink color! I added this to my collection over the summer and I am in love!
Wild Orchid bright pinky magenta Gel Polish
I was sooooo excited when O&J announced this launch and I will gladly say it does not disappoint! I’m still getting a hang of it but this is a great kit!
Builder Gel Kit
Supplies
Every good nail set has some behind the scenes supplies that get them there, these are my favorite ones!
Hands down the BEST nail glue! These will make your press ons LAST!
Ultra Strong Nail Glue
AMAZING buffer set. So gentle on the nail while also being able to get old nail glue off. Also comes with minis to help get in those corners!
Olive & June Nail Buffer Pack, 3-Pack
Faster and less messy. Plus it doesn’t contain acetone so it’s healthy for your nails!
Polish Remover Pot
Much better for removing press ons than the little wooden one in the sets. Plus it also fits in the nail better for pushing back cuticles.
Olive & June Dual-Ended Manicure Cuticle Pusher for Nail Care
The Poppy is truly a game changer when it comes to steadying a shaky hand while painting. It has made my control soooo much better and has made my self manicure times decrease significantly. While it is pricey I highly recommend if you need just a li...
The Poppy
Nail Care
Most importantly, your nails can’t be pretty unless they are healthy! Here are some of my favorite nail and cuticle care products.
This link will purchase you TWO cuticle serums. This cuticle serum is so compact and great for traveling or everyday use. It’s easy to use and my favorite part… it’s mess free!! I genuinely see and feel a difference in my nails, health and growth-wis...
Cuticle Serum Duo
This link will purchase you ONE cuticle serum. This cuticle serum is so compact and great for traveling or everyday use. It’s easy to use and my favorite part… it’s mess free!! I genuinely see and feel a difference in my nails, health and growth-wise...
Olive & June Cuticle Serum - 0.14 fl oz: Moisturizing, Nail Care, Oil Formula
When I say I have been using this FOREVER I mean it. I am a picker and this stuff SAVES me when my cuticles are dying and when the winter is drying them up.
Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream | Burt's Bees
This is my go to nail strengthener, and the one I use under my builder gel manis. O&J’s nail strengtheners are great because it is a serum instead of a polish so you can layer other products on top of it or apply daily
Advanced Nail Strengthener