As a nail tech of 6 years I like to keep things budget friendly. Now I know being a nail tech in general is NOT cheap, but hey save money where you can! And these products for sure have done their justice and have yet to fail me! Obviously the more a...
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Desk
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Prep and finish
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Gel X/ Poly Gel/ Buildergel
Desk
The main necessities for your desk!
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To get the perfect gel mani you need a good UV lamp! Been having this one for 2 years now issues!
MelodySusie Metal Base UV Nail Lamp S-Pro27T
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Beginner friendly nail drill, remember practice makes perfect. But it’s always best to start with a budget friendly drill before we move up to the pricey ones.
MelodySusie Clip-On Rechargeable Nail Drill SC320H
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For a great fast cure! Love the clamp you can move it around to your liking!
AORAEM LED Nail Lamp with Black Gooseneck Clamp
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Keeping your station clean and not breathing in those dust particles is a must! I love that it’s cordless and comes with 2 filters and filter liners that help you preserve your filters longer!
L'UGX Rechargeable Nail Dust Collector Fan
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These are a necessity to keep your desk from being damaged! I used one of these and apply a paper towel on top for when I’m needing to wipe my brushes clean.
PlastCare USA Disposable Dental Bibs 13x18 Black
Prep and finish
You’ll get the perfect retention with these products when applied and worked with correctly!
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The holy grail to a long lasting set!
Young Nails Protein Bond Non-Acidic Nail Primer
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Perfect for removing oils on the nail bed to prep for an amazing retention!
Makartt 100 Pcs #180 Sanding Bands Nail Drill
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Every drill bit needed for a great set!💅
MelodySusie 7pcs Tungsten Carbide Nail Bits
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For every set we need that smooth finish for the art! I’d rather go with these mini buffers, one side per hand works for me.
Nail Buffers 50 Pack Mini 100/180 Grit Black
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I personally work with a shorter nail clientele, so I’d rather work with these files rather than working with the bigger ones and letting them go to waste after one use.
Professional Disposable Zebra Nail Files 100Pcs
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Great for pushing back the cuticles and disposable after use!
EWVVSS 600 Pcs 4.5 Inch Orange Nail Sticks
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For the perfect cuticle clean up!
LePinko 4-Pack Cuticle Trimmer Kit, 5mm Jaw
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No one likes those stubborn fuzzies when cleaning up while prepping! These are great when it comes to lint free!
Lint Free Nail Wipes Gel Polish Remover 1300pcs
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Forever my fave, never had an issue with it. And I love that it has an option to purchase the refill bottle.
KUPA GelFinity Gel Top Coat Gloss Finish
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For the perfect matte finish!
KUPA GelFinity Soak Off Gel Top Coat Matte
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Base coat is a must! Also has the refill bottle option!
APU Soak On UV Gel Top - 350ml
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Liner brushes for those intricate details!
Artdone Metallic Nail Art Pens, 5PCS Black
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ANY of this brands cateye is amazing! And I love that it comes with a magnet!
GAOY Aurora Purple Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish Set
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Nail glue for tips! FUN FACT: if you keep them in the fridge they will last longer and not dry out!😉
KDS Nail Glue 20 Pack
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Nail tips for poly gel sets!
UNA GELLA Clear Stiletto Nail Tips 216pcs
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Fave square tips!
UNA GELLA Nail Tips Square XXL 120 PCS
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Perfect for those 3d art designs!
Makartt 3D Gel Nail Art 4-in-1 Builder Gel
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Works great for rhinestone placement AND 3d line work!
Makartt No Wipe Rhinestone Glue 30G Nail Art
Gel X/ Poly Gel/ Buildergel
Must haves!
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For the perf gel x application, this is my go to!
APRÉS Nail Non-Wipe Extend Gel 15ml
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These tips are great, and they have a variety of sizes and shapes. I love that you can purchase refill sizes as well. (It’s easier to order single sized refills through the website)
Apres Gel-X Soft Gel Tip Box 500pc Almond
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These are budget friendly, and are sturdy! Great for press ons as well! They also have a variety of sizes! Unfortunately no refill size option is available.
UNA GELLA Almond Gel Nail Tips 504PCS Clear
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I unfortunately had to step away from the acrylic life cause it was causing some health issues. 🥲
I transitioned to poly gel and this is very beginner friendly, once you get the hang of it I must say it is so easy!
GAOY Poly Gel 60g Pink Nude Nail Builder
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For a more natural but sturdy manicure, builder gel is the way to go! These products combined with the base and top coat (listed above)? I promise you it’ll be the perfect finish!
KUPA EnrichRx Builder Gel Trio - Clear, White, Pink
