mrsfuzzmo Posted January 12, 2017 #1 Share Posted January 12, 2017 I would like to get a gel pedi before our cruise in two weeks, but the timing is just not in the cards. So I'm looking for a DIY gel polish that has good, long lasting, shiny results like a professional gel. Not interested in buying the whole "light" or anything, just a two step, DIY. Does anyone have a brand that was easy and looked like a gel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted January 13, 2017 #2 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Try CND Vinylux. You'll need a base coat (any kind) the CND Vinylux color of your choice & CND Vinylux weekly top coat. No light, very shiny & long lasting. Removes with regular polish. I normally get 3 weeks out of my manicure. Ulta has it & so does Sally's Beauty Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CutieKakes Posted January 13, 2017 #3 Share Posted January 13, 2017 I don't use polish at home personally, but I do have friends/family members that use the gel two step process at home and seem to like it (Sally Hansen and Essie most notably). There are several others too. Essie Gel Couture Sally Hansen Miracle Gel They're available at drugstores, Ulta etc Good luck! Enjoy your trip! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsfuzzmo Posted January 15, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted January 15, 2017 Try CND Vinylux. You'll need a base coat (any kind) the CND Vinylux color of your choice & CND Vinylux weekly top coat. No light, very shiny & long lasting. Removes with regular polish. I normally get 3 weeks out of my manicure. Ulta has it & so does Sally's Beauty Sent from my iPhone using Forums Great thanks!! I have a nearby ULTA and I'll check those brands out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicolaNerthus Posted January 22, 2017 #5 Share Posted January 22, 2017 Vinylux is probably the best one to use. You are not suppose to use a basecoat however. Just 2 coats color, and their top coat. But it in no way compares to real gel unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted January 23, 2017 #6 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Vinylux is probably the best one to use. You are not suppose to use a basecoat however. Just 2 coats color, and their top coat. But it in no way compares to real gel unfortunately. Interesting, my first CND Vinylux mini kit came with a bottle of CND "Stickey" base coat, so I've continued to use it. Mine lasts a minimum of two weeks, usually 3+ Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousey Posted January 24, 2017 #7 Share Posted January 24, 2017 I don't use polish at home personally, but I do have friends/family members that use the gel two step process at home and seem to like it (Sally Hansen and Essie most notably). There are several others too. Essie Gel Couture Sally Hansen Miracle Gel They're available at drugstores, Ulta etc Good luck! Enjoy your trip! :) Just a note...I've used the Sally Hansen brand and like it very much!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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