If you're new to the gel mani game, let me introduce you: Gel manicures can be painted in the salon or at home with the right polish or kit ... nail polishes, below: Basically, in my ~professional ...

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I'd rather pay more for a professional manicure I know will last three to four weeks. That said, this kit could be great for beginners or those looking to experiment with new nail techniques.

Consider these top-rated at home gel nail kits. With practice (and it will ... will extend the length of the process. A professional grade-light, SunUV uses UV LED light to cure gel nail polish ...

which is why I like going to a professional ... the remover packet with the cotton pad placed over the nail. (These are included in the kit.) Wrap the remover pad around your finger and remove ...

So I bit the bullet and bought myself a cheap gel nail kit with a UV lamp from Amazon. I’m no professional so the quality isn’t exactly up to scratch, but I can do it from the comfort of my ...