“Your hands and feet are a great way to make a statement about your style. “

All beginner nail techs need plenty of nail supplies. This is simply because we will need to practice working on our nail skills. This can cause you to use more products than an expert nail tech would. Do not be discouraged. Did you know that our hands and feet are noticed more often than we realize? Of course, you did, and that, my friend, is why you are here today! More importantly, our hands take most of the abuse during our daily tasks. This is why we must be sure to take great care of them, just as we do other parts of our bodies.

Nail Supplies List

1. Nail polish remover

When it comes to removing nail polish, using an acetone-free nail polish remover is a better option as it is less harsh and won’t damage your nails. Acetone, a solvent commonly found in nail polish removers, can dry out your nails, causing them to become brittle and prone to breakage. On the other hand, acetone-free nail polish removers are gentle on your nails and do not strip them of their natural oils, leaving them healthy and shiny.

While choosing a type of nail polish remover, it is essential to consider your preferences and budget. Some removers may be more expensive than others, but they may offer better quality or come with additional benefits, such as added vitamins or moisturizing agents. Therefore, it is recommended to read labels and reviews before buying a nail polish remover to ensure that it meets your needs and expectations.

2. Cotton balls/pads

Pads made of cotton and can be used for medical or cosmetic purposes. Cotton balls are mainly used in the application and removal of nail polish from the nails. It may also be used in intricate nail art designs.

3. Nail File

Is a tool used to grind and shape the edges of natural or artificial nails. They are often used in manicures and pedicures after the nail has been trimmed using appropriate nail clippers.

4. Nail Clipper

Is a hand tool that is mainly used to trim fingernails and toenails and clip the hanging nails. They allow you to cut nails into sections with minimal tearing.

5. Cuticle Trimmer

A Cuticle trimmer is best used to clip the dead or overgrown skin surrouning the cuticlle area. It creates a smoother nail application and a clean fresh set of nails.

6. Nail polish

 Is formally known as a nail lacquer that can be applied to fingers and toes as decoration as well as protecting the nail bed. Nail polishes come in all shades of color and are significant in performing manicures and pedicures.

7. Box of nail tips

Are lightweight “nail”-shaped plastic plates that can be glued to the end of the natural nail. This may also be called a nail extension, in which a liquid monomer is mixed with an acrylic powder and spread across the nail bed to harden.

8. Nail Glue

Nail glue is any non-metallic substance applied to one or both surfaces of two separate items that binds them both together.

10. Liquid monomer

Is the liquid solution that is used to bond with acrylic powder to bond a nail tip or create an artificial nail.

11. Acrylic powder

Work with monomer liquid to bond a nail tip or create an artificial nail. The standard acrylic powder is white or translucent but also comes in a variety of different colors.

12. Acrylic brushes

13. Paper towels

14. Monomer glass

Is normally known as a small glass that can be used to hold liquid monomers during the acrylic process.

15. Nail buffer

Similar in appearance to a large rubber eraser, it is made with different sides for different levels of coarseness. This buffing is gentle surface abrasion used in the filing and shaping process of a manicure or acrylic nail extension.

16. Nail drill

Can be used for natural nails as well as artificial nails. Perfect for cutting, sanding, polishing, engraving, milling, grinding, trimming, removing, and drilling. Similar to a Nail buffer and nail file but in the form of an electrical tool.

17. Nail decals

Ornaments, stickers, and other nail jewelry are used to enhance the nail design.

18. Top coat polish

19. Hand oil or cream

Whether you are a beauty on a budget, a beginner nail tech, or a nail guru, these are the top items every nail tech should have handy. I personally have EVERY SINGLE item on the list. I swear by them. My favorite item on this list? Has to be the nail trimmer! My second favorite is the nail file. Third nail polish. We will indulge in the rest of that later. I hope you enjoyed this post, see you on the next one. Toodles.