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DYI: Our Own Nails
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Sara Stearns
Gel, gel-x and polygel press ons all done at ourselves without going totally broke!
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I find this is a very effective brand out of others I have tried.
100% Acetone Nail Polish Remover - 16 oz
This one is very good if you want to minimize any cleanup around your nails
PUEEN Latex Tape Peel Off Cuticle Guard
Inexpensive and decent quality for a set of brushes.
KINGMAS 10Pcs Nail Art Brushes, Nail Gel Polish
Inexpensive, cures pretty much every type of gel product and works really well. I use this one
WEVILI UV LED Nail Lamp 72W, Faster Gel Polish ...
Great brand and great product. Comes in clear also.
ibd Hard Gel LED/UV Builder Pink
I like this brand, easy to use and is typically cheaper than Ibd
BUILDER NAIL GEL
Polygel and the other types of forms available for gel nails
Amazon.com: Nail Forms
Really good base coat and not really expensive
Beetles 2 Pcs 15ml No Wipe Gel Top & Base Coat
This is the best bonder for my nails and it is not going to break the bank when you buy it!
Nail Bonder, Protein Bond, 1/4 oz
One option for nail polish that comes in a set typically. Variety of colors and not really expensive!
Gel Polish Kit
Pretty colors you can by one of or a set of.
beetles Gel Polish
I really love these for a specific reason, I have flat nail beds. These are perfect for me. Also I can do overlays easily.
Beetles Gel Nail Tips Almond Medium Shape
These are awesome especially if you are in a hurry or new to gels. I have bought these a few times and I love them!!
BTArtbox Almond Gel Nail Tips - Soft ...
Inexpensive and it says it is a safe polish. I have some of these and they are very pretty.
gruciso 40 Colors Gel Nail Polish, 40pcs ...
I have always bought this brand and never had any problems with them
French Nails
Really nice nail strips that I love
Semi-cured Gel Nail Strips - SHOP ALL GLAZE by ...
I have oily nail beds and this is the only glue that works for me. They don't budge with this glue and I have tried every glue I can think of.
Fast Bond Glue
Great gel nail glue and inexpensive
Amazon.com: UNA GELLA Soft Gel Nail Tips Glue ...
Inexpensive and it does work well
Amazon.com: CHUCHU 18ML Nail Glue Gel - 4 IN ...
These are very inexpensive and work really good.
Lint Free Nail Wipes
First it's cheap second it's really shiny for the finish. Definitely a good product in my opinion
Vishine 15ml No Wipe Top & Base Coat UV Soak Off
This works well and with other products. Inexpensive as well!
Top & Base Coat Set (0.33oz*2)
I like this brand because it's not really expensive. It's a decent choice when you can't afford high end products.
XTRABOND Primer - Mia Secret
This is a nice biab to start with. Its a soft gel. Not expensive and easy to use.
BUILDER NAIL GEL
I absolutely love this cuticle oil! Works great, smells great!
Revitalizing Cuticle Oil Collection - Cuccio
This product actually works! My nails love this product!
Hard As Hoof Strengthening Nail Cream
Best non gel nail polish I have gone back to for years
OPI Nail Polish, Nail Care & Nail Art | OPI®
Really nice polish but it is a bit more expensive. You can catch deals on sets though and that's the best way to get this.
Soak-Off Gel Polish — Gelish Essentials by Nail Alliance
High quality nails. These cost a bit more than most gel nails but these are worth it
Gel-X® Natural Almond Short Box of Tips - Pro (600pcs)
I really like these and I have bought them a couple of times. Not expensive either.
Modelones Medium Almond Nail Tips - 500Pcs ...
Inexpensive and pretty colors. Great for when you can't afford expensive products
JODSONE Gel Nail Polish Kit with U V Light 32 ...
Wearable for up to 2 weeks, reusable and beautiful. Very worth the money
Glamnetic Nails & Press-On Nails
Second best non uv glue to get. Not too expensive and it should work for a full 2 weeks
Brush-On Nail Glue
Safely helps you to remove your press on nails effectively.
Magic Off Nail Remover
Great brand to use for a non gel polish.
Nail Polish – Deborah Lippmann
Another good option for a polish remover. I use this one for non gel products.
ULTRA POWERFUL
A must for doing our toes!
Pedicure Toe Separators
Great gel polish and not really expensive. I have a lot of these colors and love them!
Lavender Violets 42 Pcs Gel Nail Polish Set
I love this brand of polishes! Great non gels.
Discover Gel Couture Long Lasting Nail Polish
Really inexpensive and some nice colors
Minimize Nail Allergic Reactions – AIMEILI GEL POLISH
New product and one way to do gel x nails
Salon X-tend
Mine is like this one but different brand and it works great for flash curing.
LED UV Nail Lamp, Mini Lotus Hands Free Light
Part of the apres gel x system and highly recommended
Extend Gel Gold Bottle Edition
A great bond for nails
pH Bonder - Aprés Nail
Tip primer that is recommended
Gel-X® Prep 15ml
A great biab
ORLY® GELFX® Builder In A Bottle™ Soak Off Sculpting ...
These are great and usually on sale too!
AILLSA Jelly Press On Nails Short Coffin, 180 pcs
This is a great product and I love it. Easy to use and works well!
Dual Builder Gel - Barely Nude
One of the best BIAB that I currently use. Not beginner friendly.
Builder Nail Gel by Beetles: Achieve Length, Thickness & ...
Inexpensive, works extremely well for flat nails and it truly does what it says it does.
Five Angeles Tipex 30g UV Nail Glue, Solid Gel ...
Important for nail care and prep
Utopia Care Cuticle Pusher Tool and Spoon Nail ...
Cheap and easy builder in a bottle. I use the clear one and it's great for beginners.
Morovan 5 in 1 Builder Gel for Nails in Bottle
Inexpensive glue for gems to wear on nails.
30G Nail Rhinestone Glue - MelodySusie
Super easy, inexpensive and it works exactly how it should. I use this one regularly for my gel x overlays.
modelones Builder Nail Gel, 7-in-One Clear Gel
I love these when it comes to doing my nails. They are multi purpose and easy to clean up.
5 Pcs Nail Art Sculpture Pen Dual Tipped Silicone
These are great and extremely cheap too
Beetles Gel Nail Tips, 240Pcs Neutral Medium Coffin Colored False ...
