Reddit mentions of IBD UV Gels, Clear Gel 0.5 oz

OOH OOH MEEEE!! PICK ME! I do gel nails. I'll tell you whatever you need to know. This is the kit I started with. It's basically got everything you need except the lint-free wipes (also at Sally's) and the lamp. That, I got on eBay.

I found once I'd been through most of the kit stuff that I didn't exactly need all of it. For example, the cleanse/prep solution is basically just rubbing alcohol. I don't usually use a bonder. And despite that, I have virtually zero lifting.

I've only had one break in the last three years, and ironically it was after I had a salon fill because we were moving and I hadn't unpacked my stuff. I also don't use tips. I apply the gel over my natural nail and when it grows, I fill it. I only like about 1/8" free edge anyhow. If I need to rebuild a tip, I use tip forms like this. Here is a good pictorial on how to use them.

Now that I've used up the kit, I just replace the actual gel and top gel when I'm out. I like IBD Clear Gel and Perfectionist by Sheba Nails.

I have a whole step-by-step document with links if you want to see it!