5 Best-Value At-Home Gel Nail Kits for Beginners

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This holiday, it is not enough to just flaunt a showstopping 'fit and makeup -- without a gorgeous manicure!

Unfortunately, getting a reservation at a nail salon gets extra hard this month due to the influx of beauty lovers wanting to get their mani done as well. For this reason, shoppers are turning to at-home gel nail kits.

"But what if I'm a beginner?"

Still, don't fret, as this article will -- spill the tea -- of everything you need to know and have to do that manicure you are longing for.

Among the numerous options, there is in the market, a best-value at-home nail kit must have the basic products; a UV/LED lamp, gel coat (top and base), and gel polish color.

It may depend on the type of kit, but it is best to pick one that also comes with a nail filer and buffer, cuticle pusher/stick, and gel polish remover, as per S&L company.

Beetles Gel Nail Polish Kit - Sun-Kissed Petals Starter Kit

One of the most recommended items from the brand Beetles is this Sun-Kissed Petals starter kit for $66. It contains a UV lamp and six premium gel polishes with a lot of needed tools.

Kiss Brush-On Gel Nail Kit

As a beginner, it is troublesome to use a UV lamp, but we also got you covered! This brush-on gel nail kit from KISS will self-level and set to a hard surface after five minutes.

Each set of nails has an easy-apply tab which can be easily attached to the natural nail. To put the gel, the consumer will only need three products; the Brush-on gel, wet gel, and activator, all applied in order.

This is available on their official website for $14.

Sensationail Gel Manicure Kit in Raspberry Wine

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This nail kit boasting a raspberry wine gel color comes along with a gel top and base coat, as well as gel primer and cleanser.

It also offers an LED lamp with a 30-second curing time only but can last for up to two weeks.

Opallac Gel Polish Kit

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The brand's best-selling kit, retailed for $47, is like bringing the salon to the comfort of home.
For less than $50, consumers can get an LED lamp that cures nails for 90 seconds, three gel colors, a gel top and base coat, a 2-in-1 soak solution, gel remover foil wraps, nail file, buffing block as well as an instruction guide.

Olive and June's Gel System

Another best-value kit is this gel system from the brand Olive and June. This 115-dollar kit comes with an LED gel lamp, six gel nail polish, a cuticle pusher, a nail file, a buffer, a clipper as well as cuticle serum, and many more.

It is a bit pricey, but if these products are purchased individually, it will cost $186, so getting it for $71 less than its original price is a total win!