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💖 Nail Tech Babe Starter Kit 💖
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items Starting your at-home nail tech journey? This list covers all the must-have essentials—from prep to polish—so you can build a solid kit without the guesswork. Perfect for beginners who want pro results at home.
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Nail Prep 101 🧼
Tools of the Trade 🔧
Base + Build 💅
Gel-X Baddie Kit 💫
Nail Prep 101 🧼
Where flawless nails begin
After prepping the natural nail, the pH Bonder properly dehydrates the nail, removing any oils or residue that could impede a clean and proper Gel-X application. Aprés pH Bonder works great as a starting point for the Gel-X application but it can als...
pH Bonder - Aprés Nail
Specially formulated to cleanse the nail plate and work as a pre-prep. By both dehydrating and cleansing, Swipe removes dust, contaminants and oils from nails before applying enhancements. Also helps in removing sticky layer from Synergy Gels.
Swipe, 8 oz Nail Dehydrator & Cleanser
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover is one of the most convenient and effective cuticle removers I've tried. A bottle with a narrow spout allows you to accurately dose the product, nothing spills - it is convenient to use even on the go. Compact and...
Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover
This salon-quality tool glides quickly and safely over the nail surface to lift off gel polish, leaving your nails ready for the next application.
Double-Sided Gel Polish Removal Tool - Le Mini Macaron | Ulta Beauty
Great for manicures and pedicures as well as on any artificial surface like acrylics, gels, polygel, and dip powder. Beauty Secrets #100 grit is best for shortening and shaping artificial nails. #180 grit is best to prep the natural nail for nail app...
Soft Pink Buffer Block 100/180 Grit
Bonds to the natural nail and provides an anchor for gel, acrylic and gel polish.
Protein Bond, 1/4 oz | Nail Bonder for Acrylics and Gels
These nail polish remover pads are absolutely fantastic—super convenient, highly effective, and incredibly gentle. Each pad is perfectly saturated with a powerful yet smooth formula that quickly dissolves even the toughest polish without harsh scrubb...
Lint Free Nail Wipes 1000PCS Gel Remover Pads
Tools of the Trade 🔧
Your must-have nail tech gadgets
This drill is totally worth purchasing! The quality is amazing, way better than my old drill. I love that I can clip it onto my clothes while I work. Definitely a 10/10 and I’d highly recommend it.
Melody Susie SC300F Rechargeable Nail Drill 30000RPM - Pink
Say bye to pesky hangnails. Experience salon-style manicures at home with Ulta Beauty Collection's Cuticle Nippers, an easy-to-use tool that ensures your cuticles and nails always look their best.
Quarter Jaw Manicure Cuticle Nippers - ULTA Beauty Collection | Ulta Beauty
I love these nail files so much! They're very beautiful and work so well. I have 3 so far and will definitely purchase more in the future :)
Glass Nail File - Pink Sparkle
The Custom Clip Artificial Nail Clipper trims nail tips & all types of artificial nails with salon quality results. Curved blades conform to the curve of nail tips to eliminate putting pressure on the nail tip. No more cracking or splitting! The ...
JAPONESQUE Custom Clip Artificial Nail Clipper
Elevate your professional nail art creations with the MakarttPro Complete Artistry Nail Art Kit. Specifically designed for skilled nail technicians, this comprehensive set features 12 meticulously crafted tools/brushes, including liner brushes, clean...
Complete Artistry Brush Set
I was surprised at how well this lamp works! After trying several high-priced options, this one beats them all. It cures my gel polish in record time—definitely saving me money!
P-PLUS30G Rechargeable Cordless UV/LED Nail Lamp
I wasn’t sure if it was going to be able to fully absorb all the dust but it does! For a lightweight, compact size, and I don’t find it loud at all it’s a great duster for a great price.
MelodySusie HPro Nail Dust Collector - Pink
I was skeptical at first, but after using these brushes, I can't imagine going back to any others. They are simply the best.
Kolinsky Acrylic Nail Brush - Pink #8
Base + Build 💅
The foundation to slay every set
This hard gel is pretty good especially for the price. Some ppl report it peels off but that’s all gel if u don’t properly clear the nail of any cuticle, dust, oil. My nails have stayed on for a while now no peeling and I’m pretty aggressive w my han...
Builder Nail Gel by Beetles: Achieve Length, Thickness & Strength for
Extremely flexible and intended for your short nail styles. The formula is self-leveling, soak-able, and easy to use. This product is great for beginners as well as clients prone to natural nail breakage.
V Beauty Rubber Base - Pink
This makes it so easy and smooth to do full sets you just have to work quickly with it as the viscosity is a little on the runnier side.
Building Gel – Clear 0.5 oz | Crystal Clear Nail Gel – IBD
Great medium setting monomer, been using this brand for years. Only complaint is the smell is pretty strong
EMA Liquid Monomer | Mia Secret Monomer | Nail Supply Store
Started doing my nails myself and this is my favorite! I like the pink and I find it binds better than the clear!
Clear Acrylic Powder | Mia Secret | Acrylic Nails
This is my go to I use this when I do my own nails and when I practice. Its good quality and I love how it looks.
V Beauty Acrylic System - Perfect Nude
I've ordered this monomer more than once and I really like it!! The odor is definitely not strong like other brands.
Young Nails Nail Liquid Monomer, 32 oz
Gel-X Baddie Kit 💫
For those salon-perfect soft gel extensions at home!
Amazing quality! Mine last so long. Highly recommend! Also these are the perfect length, simple, short, cute. 10/10 recommend. They also have longer sizes.
UNA GELLA 216pcs Short Almond Fake Nails
This will stick your nails for week! I have gone for 3 weeks without doing my nails and they stay strong.
Extend Gel for Gel-X® Nail Extensions – 15ml Gold Bottle - Aprés Nail | Aprés Nail
These are fantastic for my nail filer! You get 100 pieces, along with both a metal and plastic head drum, all neatly packed in a case. The 180 grit is gentle enough for my nails, and the price is excellent since they’ll last a long time. I definitely...
Colorful 100pcs Professional Sanding Bands With Mandrel Drill Bit
Awesome drill bits!! Didn't get hot during use and was just what I needed. They're not only nice to look at they work great.
Colorful Diamond Cuticle Nail Drill Bits Set 10Pcs
Great for acrylic or gel-x removal. Don't get too hot and are great at cutting down build up before soak-off.
Carbide/Ceramic Nail Drill Bits BS Series