This dip powder kit is a great buy to create glittered accent nails. With silver and purple full-coverage glitter powders, you can coordinate the rest of the muted, electric, and neutral hues offered interchangeably. We do recommend this kit to someone who already has the dip powder liquids necessary to create an SNS manicure at home stashed away because reviewers note that the base and activator liquid that comes with this kit isn't as high quality as the powder itself.

This one-stop shop comes with everything you need—and we really mean that. You get to choose between one, four, and six powders (there are tons of color options) to ensure your delivery is perfectly suited for you. Tools: You'll need a variety of tools to accomplish dip nails at home, including a nail file for buffing and a brush to apply the product. Many kits on this list, including the AZUREBEAUTY Dip Powder Kit and the wakaniya Dipping Powder, contain replacement brushes as well. People tend to like dip powder nails because they typically last longer than regular nail polish and give a salon-quality look. At-home dip nails are especially convenient and inexpensive compared to getting your nails done in the salon. Other longer-lasting at-home options include gel or Polygel nail kits.x Marble LED Lamp 36W, with sidelights for 180º all-over setting, and two timer settings (press once for 60 seconds, press and hold for 120 seconds). Sistaco is like a cult, but I mean that in the nicest possible way. It seems that once you start using them, you become obsessed, and then you find yourself allocating an inexplicably high amount of thought on what colours you’re going to buy next, what looks you might try and how creative you can get. The thing about the Sistaco range is that it does give you a lot of room for creativity, but before I go into too much detail on that, I want to write a little intro to the products in general. Finessing the white French tip at home can be especially tedious, BUT we’re always up for the challenge. The bonding liquid included within this kit will help your mani last and is the first step you take before applying the base coat. You’re doing the hard part of shaping the French detail, which is why the seal enhancer works to complement the base polish and ensure your nails are completely clean of surface oil. I have to say I really love sitting down and playing around with colours in my mind and seeing the magic happen when I put the freshly coloured nails under the LED lamp. Seeing all the depth of colour and sparkles, holographic or metallic powder come to life was pretty cool. I simply can't help admiring my nails! I am by no means in to make-up in a huge way. So this is a pretty big thing for me to do on a regular basis.

This affordable option is great for someone who wants to try out dip color without investing,” says nail artist Syreeta Aaron, a LeChat Nails Educator. (However, she does note that the results may not be quite up to par with what you’d get with other products.) Still, if you’re just looking to test the dip powder waters or aren’t concerned about the results lasting a super long time, this is a good option. You get one color included with the kit, a nude pink, though other colors are available. Neutral nail colors will never lose their popularity, especially because there’s such a wide variety of tones to choose from within the neutral palette. This kit, though, specifically features neutrals of cool, warm, and pink undertones. There’s calcium within these powder formulas as well to help strengthen your nails.The kit also provides all the tools needed for a salon-grade experience at home: a Pro Soak Removal Tray and Acetone, an Essential Dip Liquids, a Dip Powder Mini Tray (which isolates any mess), a Build Powder, and a Pro Powder Brush. If you're really particular and love to pay close attention to detail, you'll especially appreciate the included Four-Way File, Cuticle Milk Nail Serum, and Cuticle Tool. For those who prefer a thin-coated manicure, the base coat, powder activator, and top coat conceal the nail bed in fine layers. Reviewers with fragile nails, in particular, have noticed their nails didn’t bend after testing this dip powder kit out. This kit is a playground of color that's perfect for rainbow nails, supremely glossy finishes, or even matte nails. The application process consists of a base coat, activator, and top coat, and this kit even comes with additional brushes so your liquids don't harden on you over time. One reviewer did say a jar of powder is only worth two to three manicures, which speaks to why there are so many colors to choose from and at such a budget-friendly price. During the holiday season, this kit’s glitter powders will coat your nails with high-impact iridescence. Reviewers note that the color can fade easily, and the powder pots are especially small, so we best recommend this kit to those who have short or medium-length nails. I love, love, love the holographic colours as they are so striking and really do look like something you’d have done in a salon. The purple in my carousel above is the holographic Violet Sky and it is just so fun! The key to holographic is to use the sponge to work it into the nail in small circles. Violet Sky was the first ever Sistaco shade I used, and as you can see, it looks really neat and tidy.

To achieve the full opacity of this kit's red tones, reviewers note you’ll have to dip your nails in the finely milled powder several times (with a layer of base liquid applied every time in between). But removal is super easy, as it comes off in just 10 minutes.Since the dip powders in this kit have an activator built into the formula (an activator is what cures the nails post-dip and helps the powdery layers dry down faster), you’ll get double the durability with every layer of activator liquid applied on top. As the ingredients within the color powders work to strengthen the nails, the brush restorer that comes with this kit cleans your base, activator, and top coat brushes’ so they last just as long. I absolutely love the fact that you can create your own looks with the Sistaco powders. There is a huge range of colours available and you can mix all the different colours to make your own bespoke shade, but what I really enjoy doing is creating that gradient finish which I’ve now done twice and it works so well. Because you’re using powder, it’s so much easier to buff and blend the two shades together to get a really nicely diffused finish. A great nude look can be hard to nail, but this kit makes it easy. In eight trendy shades, including glossy solids and glitters, AZUREBEAUTY's Nude set includes everything you need to create neutral nails, including a bonder, activator, replacement brush, and nail file. We love this kit for anyone who wants to bring the whole salon home, as it really provides all the ingredients for an elevated DIY dip mani or pedi.

It's possible to fill dip nails, though Totty says that opting for a fresh application is a much better option. “It’s possible to fill dip nails only if you use a clear or clear pink for a natural nail overlay,” she says. “However, that will not give you the best-lasting manicure because, over time, the resin base used with dip manicures will lose its integrity, and lifting might occur. A fresh application will ensure you have a long-lasting result every time.” I also applied thin layers of both the base and top coat, and to make it all really last, I actually applied more than one coat, so I think it went base coat, top coat, powder, top coat, powder, top coat – if I remember correctly! Just make sure you cure properly and it lasts absolutely ages. I’ve been using Sistaco for a year now, and have not had any adverse reactions or Onycholysis (or however it is spelled). If you are allergic to the ingredients, it will happen with any program with the ingredients. You don't have to say goodbye to the perfect manicure if you have brittle or damaged nails with this kit. The color powders included are infused with biotin and calcium to strengthen the nails, all while adding color and shine. We love that it comes with everything you need—including a base coat, activator, and top coat—and it's simple to follow for beginners. Reviewers note that the products apply smoothly and evenly, and the products are generously sized for good value. Some users note using the products consists of trial and error, but overall, the process was fairly easy once they got the hang of it.Removing the colour from the nails is so easy. The paste lifts the colour up after a few mins of giving it all time to work. It's a super easy system to use and making up new and exciting colours is pretty fun. Bonder: Also known as a non-acid primer, you’ll definitely want a kit containing one of these as it’s an essential prep step that will ensure a good application, says Totty. For one, the NAGAIA Dip Kit features primer and a base coat liquid, which work together to help bond the powder to the nail. Years ago I gave up on painting my nails. I hated the mess and the chemical smell of the varnish. Sistaco mineral bonding has now made it possible to enjoy some pretty awesome colours on my nails. I thoroughly recommend them.