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1. A top coat because it is possible to get professional results at home, and this'll help you do it! It's quick-drying, creates a mani-approved shine, and seals in your polish so it L-A-S-T-S.
2. A buffer block that'll shine, file, and smooth in just three steps, while perfectly prepping your nails for polish. Consider stubborn stains and jagged edges handled! 👏
3. A nail lamp so you can achieve long-lasting gel manis right in your home, and skip that expensive trip to the salon.
4. And of course, a six pack of gel nail polish in a variety of soft neutral colors that'll last up to two weeks with proper application. Gotta get that top and base coat in!
5. A quick-drying top coat so your freshly painted mani actually has a chance to flawlessly dry without the fear or nicking or scratching.
6. A three-step repair kit for restoring cracked, thin, and damaged nails. It comes with a ridge filler to create a smooth foundation, a straightener to improve weak nails, and an oil to moisturize cuticles. TL;DR: It comes with everything you need to get healthy nails again.
7. A super strong nail glue that'll keep acrylic and press-on nails secured and in their dang place where they belong. Plus, you can use this to add rhinestones, glitter, and beads.
8. A cuticle eraser treatment to gently remove overgrown cuticles (no more painful salon visits!) and prep the nail plate for polish.
9. A top coat that not only seals in polish, but leaves behind a super cool matte finish so you have a long-lasting manicure and even cooler nails.
10. A miracle-working oil that'll condition your nails and soften your cuticles thanks to its jojoba- and vitamin E-rich formula. Brittle, cracked nails have no place on your hands!
11. And! A clear, bitter-tasting polish to help train your brain to keep your fingers out of your mouth so you can kick that nail-biting habit for good. You can't keep a mani in tact if you're munchin' on your nails.
12. An at-home powder dip kit for achieving that expensive powder mani look *without* having to see a nail tech. The finished product can last three weeks without chipping, and that is heaven to my ears (and eyes).
13. A powerful nail strengthener formulated with hydrolyzed wheat protein and calcium to prevent breakage and make your nails harder and longer. It can be used by itself as a stand-alone treatment or as a base coat alternative.
14. A long-lasting holographic polish that'll leave behind the most mesmerizing finish and garner more compliments than you'll be able to count.
15. And lastly, a nail base and accessory holder guaranteed to take you from rookie nail painter to a professional level in no time. Now the paint will end up *on* your nail, instead of your cuticles where it can easily chip away.
May your mani survive weeks of typing, eating, and anything the day throws at you.
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