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Gel at home recommendations

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quietlycontent · 15/08/2022 13:11

Hi

Thinking of doing Gel at home any recommendations for Gel polish and the light etc as a starter kit?

TIA

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BlueSkyWarmSea · 16/08/2022 22:21

Bumping for you, as I'm interested too!

abbs1 · 16/08/2022 22:32

I started out with sensationail but was very expensive and chipped or lifted wthin days. I then tried mygel not much better and was a nightmare to get off.

I now have been using bluesky off amazon since May and really impressed. Pedicure lasts a good 4-6 weeks and manicure 2-3 weeks. I have a toddler and baby so my hands get washed so many times and a lotof housework etc. No chips or anything. I love the colours as well. Good pigment and nice consistency. The hard gel is fab for strengthening your nails as well. I would recommend it.

GrowThroughWhatYouGoThrough · 16/08/2022 22:50

I use bluesky which I buy off Amazon. You will need the nail 2-1 prep and wipe I use the mylee one. UV lamp, Gel base coat, gel nail polish and top coat. You will also need lint free wipes a nail file cuticle pusher and cuticle oil.
My finger nails last 2-3 weeks and toe nails about 6 weeks

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eurochick · 16/08/2022 22:52

I also started with Sensationail but have switched to Bluesky polishes.

I hated the removal. Sensationail do a peel off base which is great for me. The polish doesn't last quite as long (around ten days) but it also doesn't ruin my nails.

pumpkinpie01 · 16/08/2022 23:26

Try London2am , does not budge mine have been on since 8/7 just started being naughty and picking them off today .

Cynderella · 16/08/2022 23:27

Bluesky from Amazon. They vary - some need two coats and some three.

quietlycontent · 18/08/2022 10:18

GrowThroughWhatYouGoThrough · 16/08/2022 22:50

I use bluesky which I buy off Amazon. You will need the nail 2-1 prep and wipe I use the mylee one. UV lamp, Gel base coat, gel nail polish and top coat. You will also need lint free wipes a nail file cuticle pusher and cuticle oil.
My finger nails last 2-3 weeks and toe nails about 6 weeks

Thanks that is really great I will go and have a look now

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pumpkinpie01 · 18/08/2022 10:25

You can buy the whole mylee starter set together on Amazon

jtlr · 18/08/2022 10:26

The mylee starter kid on Amazon is good

BlessedBeTheFruitCake · 18/08/2022 10:29

Another vote for bluesky. I’ve been using it with a mylee LED lamp for over 4 years. I find it easier to use than normal nail varnish as I always smudged it while it was drying.

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