In 2024 we’re doing our nails at home and saying goodbye to the nail salon! I started doing my own nails in 2020, because nail salons were closed and I needed a new hobby. Now, 4 years later it’s safe to say I’m mildly obsessed. If you’re new to doing your own nails, I’ve included a list of essentials below. From basic beginner to higher end advanced supplies, this will help you wherever you are in your at- home nail journey!
*The things you must have in order of use: cuticle pusher, nail dehydrator, nail primer, extend gel, nail tip, base gel, color gel, top coat
Beginner Gel Kits:
https://amzn.to/48F6NX3 (includes base coat, color gels, top coat, and UV light)
https://amzn.to/42hqEJG (includes base coat, color gels, top coat, and UV light)
https://amzn.to/3UcwFFd (includes dehydrator, primer, extend gel, top coat, nail tips, and small UV light)
Nail Dehydrator & Primer:
Nail Tips:
https://amzn.to/3HxtwbC (more affordable)
https://amzn.to/3OhoXGd (higher end)
Nail Extend Gel & Glue:
Flash Cure Nail Light: this is what you’ll use to cure the nail tip to your natural nail (you won’t need this if painting directly on natural nails)
https://amzn.to/49bjclA (has a cord)
https://amzn.to/4b9fevt (cordless)
Large UV Nail Light: this is what cures the gel, so you must have a UV light
https://amzn.to/48Rm8UG (cordless)
https://amzn.to/3vXtWW2 (has a cord)
Base & Top Coat:
Gel Polish:
https://amzn.to/42cy54w (23 pc set)
https://amzn.to/3S6Avx6 (red set)
https://amzn.to/3SyRhX1 (spring neutrals)
https://amzn.to/47MiaLr (perfect brown)
https://amzn.to/3HzEVrp (milky white)
Chrome Powders:
https://amzn.to/490HtL6 (used this one over brown for the glazed donut nails)
https://amzn.to/48OknYg (14 pc multi-color set)
Nail Removal:
Nail Tools:
Nail Drill (for nail tip removal and cuticle prep)
*Disclaimer: the links above are affiliate links, and I may receive commissions from purchases made via these links.
