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Beginner DIY nail essentials 💅
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items From nail tools, to gels, to drill bits, these are some of my FAVORITE products to use in beginning your gel nail journey.
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Nail Tips
Nail Tools
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I’ve had this drill for almost 5 years. It has never once disappointed me and I’ve used it CONSISTENTLY when doing my nail sets.
Scarlet(SC320I) Electric Nail Drill 30000RPM
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Great for beginner nail art and even the dotting tools have about 10 different sizes to utilize.
5PCS Dotting Pens & 3 Nail Art Brushes
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THIS brush was my holy grail for doing polygel. It was genuinely the only brush I used and STILL use now for any gel application.
Present Gel Nail Brush #8 Kolinsky Sable
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Veryy durable for nail sets and easy to grip when getting those hard to file areas. I love it because it’s great quality and quantity for a low price.
Canvalite 10 PCS Reusable Double Sided Nail Files
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Amazing for beginners for practicing drilling, shaping, or removing gel sets.
Ceramic Nail Drill Bits
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These nail clippers have never failed me doing a gel set. $3, easy grip, and basic functionality.
Zoostliss Acrylic Nail Clipper & Trimmer
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Amazing price for the assortment of items you get. The buffers work great and I could get a few uses from them. Not sure of the nail file grit but they did work well for my sets.
FANDAMEI 20PCS Nail Files & Buffers Kit
Gel Application
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Although a bit pricey, Makartt is DEFINITELY a great brand for polygel. I used it in my beginner stage and still count on it now. (Always properly cure gel!)
Makartt Clear Poly Nail Gel 50ML Builder
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Amazing for a variety color set when doing gel nails. It really makes the gel process easier when being able to apply polish in an array of colors.
Gel Nail Polish System - Beginner Sets, Professional Nail Gel, It's All Her
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This glue is definitely a strong suit when applying nails. Just pair it with a UV lamp and you’ve got a great nail set. PLEASE make sure you remove all excess gel from skin BEFORE curing.
beetles Gel Polish 2 Pcs 15ml Nail Glue Kit
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LOVE these two together, especially the fast drying effect of the top coat. It leaves such a flawless base for my sets.
Beetles 2 Pcs 15ml No Wipe Gel Top & Base Coat
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Love the pigments of these chrome powders. It can get a bit messy but do not try to rush application like I did. Please take your time.
Aooba Mirror Laser Nail Decoration - Neon
Nail Tips
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I will admit, I LOVE tips with a curve to them to provide that 90s-2000s deep curve look. Easy to apply and great for gel application. Not only are the tips useful, but also the nail tools that come with them!
MORGLES Clear Acrylic Nail Tips 500 Pcs
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This beetles nail kit has been going VIRAL so you know I had to test them out. It is so convenient and looks exactly like a full set! PLEASE make sure you remove any excess gel from skin BEFORE curing.
Beetles Tipex Instant Apex Nail Tips 512pcs
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I used these tips for my polygel before I was a fan of C curve tips. They’re great if you like a simple, bone straight nail look.
Quaferen 504PCS 3XL Clear Square Nail Tips