As someone who loves a fun nail, I taught myself how to do gel-x at home. Here are my essentials to get started for beginners.
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How to Guide
Essentials
Decoration & Pazaaz
How to Guide
3 years ago I began learning how to apply gel-x at home to save on cost. I compiled all my learnings into this guide; equipped with the background and linked products all in one to save you time on research!
DIY Gel X Nail Guide for Beginners | At Home Gel-X Application Tutorial | Step-by-Step Nail Extension Guide PDF
Essentials
Perfect to help vacuum up the dust to keep yourself from inhaling and keeping your surface clean
CoFashion Nail Dust Collector Acrylic Vacuum
Keeps cuticles protected and moisturized post manicure.
C CARE Sweet Almond Cuticle Oil for Nails, 2.5 oz
Used to gently smooth the real nail before application and the surface of the gel-x tip after.
Maryton Nail Buffer Sanding Block Polisher
Essential to clean and remove oils from the nail surface before applying products.
ForPro 99% Isopropyl Alcohol, 32oz Pure
Regular cotton pads will not work to apply alcohol. Lint free pads are a must!
Corconess 400PCS Lint Free Nail Wipes w/ Dispenser
You need a good cuticle kit. A new manicure will not look as clean without taking time on your cuticles.
Cbiumpro 5 Pack Cuticle Trimmer Set
A heavy duty nail file can help shape your gel-x tips.
Canvalite 10 PCS Professional Nail Files
There is 100% a learning curve but once you get a hang of it, it eases the process. A cordless one also ups the game.
MelodySusie Portable Cordless Nail Drill
Just in case a nail falls off too early, this glue is SUPER DUPER cheap and quick drying to secure the nail back on.
Kiss PowerFlex Maximum Speed Fake Nail Glue - 0.10 oz.
Affordable beginner base coat!
Beetles Gel Base Coat - 1Pcs 15ml Base Gel Nail Polish
Affordable top coat to seal everything together!
Beetles 2 Pcs 15ml No Wipe Gel Top & Base
Does the job and great price point.
Professional Gel Polish LED Nail Dryer Lamp with timer
Needed to apply gel-x tips one by one before fully curing with a led lamp
Beetles Mini UV Light for Gel Nails
All necessary tips for your nail drill to speed up the manicure process.
21pcs Nail Drill Bits Sets, 3/32 Inch Cuticle Electric Nail File ...
Great starter kit. Very small nail polish bottles but a great variety of colors to start.
Beetles Fall Gel Polish Set, Fingertip Palette
An extra step to dehydrate the nail before the tip application to help the set last longer
Aprés pH Bonder 15ml Nail Dehydrator
Right before adding nail glue, this primer extends the life of a new set
Protein Bond, 1/4 oz | Nail Bonder for Acrylics and Gels
No complaints on a beginner nail glue
beetles Gel Polish 9 in 1 Gel Nail Glue for Clear Acrylic ...
These tips are the perfect shape and length to me! This brand offers a wide variety that are great quality and durable!
Gel-X® Natural Stiletto Long Box of Tips - Mini (280pcs)
I use this to store all the necessities for easy access and view.
Absonic 250pcs Acrylic 360° Rotating Pen Holder
Decoration & Pazaaz
Perfect for 3d designs
Makartt 3D Gel Nail Art Clear Painting Gels
My favorite way to easily add extra umf to any nail set!
Two Packs Flatback Rhinestones 4520 Pcs
No notes & product lasts forever!
Nail Rhinestone Glue Gel
Easy to learn! I love making flowers with this gel.
Beetles Blooming Gel 15ml Clear UV Nail Art
For those who like a little sparkle
Beetles Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish Set 6 Colors
A polish that gives off JELLY! Slightly transluscent depending on how many coats you add.
GAOY Rose Garden Jelly Gel Nail Polish Set
For those who need a break from a glossy coat!
Beetles Matte Gel Top Coat for Gel Polish,1 Pcs 15ML
