Bluesky Gel Nail Polish Starter Kit, Gel Nail Kit with 24W UV LED Lamp Nail Dryer, 3 x 10ml Gel Nail Polishes, Cleanser Wipes, Top and Base Coat, Nail File and Buffer [AMAZON EXCLUSIVE]

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I don't think any at-home gel kit can compare to the manicure that a professional nail tech can do, but this is the next best thing. After reading mixed reviews I was sceptical when I bought this nail set however I am 100% impressed and thought I would add my opinion to those negative reviews. Embrace the art of a professional-grade manicure from the comfort of your home with the BLUESKY Gel Polish Starter Kit. If you already have a UV/LED lamp, then opting for a gel starter kit like the Gellux Gel Polish Kit will be a good option, because it includes a variety of added extras and different colours you may not already have.You wouldn’t stick a coat of paint on your walls without priming first, and the same goes for your own nails. I’d already had a bit of practice at gel nails having experimented at home before and also watched technicians doing them on me again and again, but even a novice gel nailer could follow the instructions for these as they’re incredibly easy. LED lamps are pricier than UV lamps, but they're much faster at curing polish, making them safer for your skin. My ‘normal’ nails were chipped within five days, the gels powered through to the 3-week mark as good as new – I am one happy (perfectly manicured) bunny! However, the mini macron (so named because it looks like the French sweet treat) really impressed me.

To ensure maximum success with an at-home kit, the most crucial thing is to keep your layers of gel thin: paint them too thickly, and they won’t set properly. Testers also found the acetone provided was effective at removing the polish when it was ready to come off. It doesn’t include removal products, which was an issue for some of our panel, and the varnish only lasted around a week. Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. The lamp for this one has no bottom, making it less bulky for your bag – great for last-minute pampering or if you can’t go without having your nails refreshed on holiday.There are so many different gel polish brands on the market, but Mylee is a brand that really stands out to me. But while we love a trip to the salon, we know that the main reason to invest in an at-home nail kit is to give your bank balance a well-deserved break. The whole process took me about an hour (I went pretty slowly as I don't have a very steady hand), and even though it isn't the neatest mani I've ever had, I was delighted with the end result. Feel free to jump straight back into the prep steps mentioned above to reapply your gel nails, but it is recommended after a few back-to-back gel sets to give your nails a break to breathe and rehydrate.