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DIY nail kit recommendations for beginners wanting an easy, long-lasting option

5 replies

Whenwillheatwaveend · 09/08/2026 09:24

Hi all
With costs going up I’m trying to bring as much beauty back to DIY as I can. (Well me and a friend get together and help each other do them where we need help!)

I already mastered: dyeing my brows, eyelash lift and curl, eye lash extensions.

Next up is nails. Can anyone recommend a product as there are so many out there I am inundated with adverts. I’ve looked at Holy Gel, GlamRdip, sassy saints, Mylee etc etc.

any recommendations appriciated but bot h me and my friend are least confident on nails so as easy as possible lasting as long as possible please!

currently costs £30 every 3 weeks so looking to make saving on that please 🙏

OP posts:
Abracadeborah · 09/08/2026 17:27

Holy gels are my favourite. Loads of colours and they last 3 weeks. Easy to put on too.

Abracadeborah · 09/08/2026 17:28

Buy a kit from TikTok in the sale then just buy the nails once you’ve used them up.

Dogzlifeee · 09/08/2026 18:24

Btartbox with uv glue and builder gel. Last 2 weeks easily and lots of choice of length and shape

HairyOobit · 09/08/2026 20:06

I use Sassy Saints and have been very impressed so far at how easy and long lasting they are. I have just ordered 4 sets for about £30 . These are 2 weeks in.

DIY nail kit recommendations for beginners wanting an easy, long-lasting option
Goonie1 · 09/08/2026 20:13

Abracadeborah · 09/08/2026 17:27

Holy gels are my favourite. Loads of colours and they last 3 weeks. Easy to put on too.

Can you use Holygels to add length?

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