modelones20 Colors Dip Powder Nail Kit, Nail Dip Powder Kit Starter Set DIY Manicure Acrylic Dipping Powder Kit System with Essential Liquid Activator Dip Base and Top for Beginner

I've been using a light curing liquid gel for a number of years. I do want to say this powder dip system is easier to use, and possibly quicker for application. As for longevity, it's too early to tell, however, the final result feels quite rigid. Regular liquid gel I can only get about 2 weeks as my nails are soft & flex easily, so regular gel separates from, or chips off of, the nail tip as it still allows for some flex.One drawback - I'm not slow at applying the topcoat, but apparently it starts setting up REALLY quickly and with my first use, I've gummed up 2 of the applicator brushes, which started as I was applying the top coat. The kit comes with 2 extras, as well as the one in the cleaner bottle, but at this rate, with my second use of the kit, I may very well run out of spares. Hopefully, the cleaner will help correct the gumming of the original brushes.Another drawback - both the base coat & the top coat are chemically strong smelling and create a strong burning sensation to the eyes. This is likely more my problem, as my progressives don't give me a good focal point for doing my nails, therefore I have to remove them and have my eyeballs about 10-12" away from my nails to be able to focus on the job. Plus, I have a dry eye issue to compound the problem, so they don't tear easily. Also, the activator is unpleasant smelling, but this disappears by the time the activated curing ends.Oh, the stamp doesn't come with the kit. It's a gel stamp from a kit, purchased a few months back, that I cured between 2 top coats. I wasn't sure if it would work, so was pleased to see success when using with this dip kit. Since dip is new to me, am not sure what other liquid gel options will cross over besides applicables like gems, stripe tape, etc., but it will be fun to experiment.Update - June 2024 - I've found that using dip under a liquid gel coat allows me to be a bit more creative while getting an extra week of wear out of the work. What's even better is if I'm running short on time to complete the task, I can do the whole dip process, wear it that way for a day or two, then come back with the light curing liquid gel process to top it off. And, I just use a different topcoat that doesn't cure as quickly, so no more ruined brushes.Tips: If you want try this process, I do no more than 2 dips (to prevent it becoming too thick for the final result) and complete the dip steps with the dip top 2 coats. I then use the buffing file at 1000 grit to lightly "scuff" the whole surface of the topcoat, use the gel nail cleaner solution to clean the dipped nail surface, then proceed to do the gel process starting with the base coat as if starting with a fresh nail. Then I design what I want. Holds up a good 3 weeks unless I do any projects that are particularly hard on nails in general.A bonus is, if I'm pressed for time, I can complete the dip process, go do stuff, come back a couple of hours or days later, and then get creative with a curing gel. I find this works better than a building gel to protect my nails.To remove, I file down into the dip layers, then use petroleum jelly to protect my fingerstips (skin application), in a bowl, I use a heated rice pack to "warm" the acetone gel remover, submerge my nails for 10-15 minutes, then clear off the gel. Resubmerge if necessary to remove residue. This has been the kindest process for both my fingers & the nail beds.

I decided on a whim to dive into the world of DIP nails. I ordered this starter kit, and it literally has everything you need for a full manicure! It arrived, and 40 minutes later I have nails done! It was easy to follow instructions and worked incredibly well. For my first time doing it, I have one nail that is a little funky, but the other 9 look like I have been doing this forever. I am sure I will learn some efficiencies with more applications, but this went pretty smooth. I am a bit nervous on how I will remove this color, as it is hard and on there! But we will deal with that when the time comes. Next test will be how long this lasts. But for now, I am impressed.

I like this kit, I tried to love it but both of my sets cracked within two days. I kept this kit because I'm planning on using the powders with another dip liquid set and it works (beetl**) I got the kit named gray pink, I got it earlier last month (Feb 2025), the ones I used on the photos are, 67, 370, 583. I had to dip my nails about 5-6 times to get my nails thick enough. I noticed that with other kits I just need 4, the other downfall is that it doesn't come with clear dip powder, you always I mean always need a clear base for any type of nail product, this prevents staining and protects your natural nails from future sets. I fully remove my nail product if I see fit, usually every year or year and a half, it truly depends. They did last a week on before I decided to do my pink and glitter set, I hope that my review helps someone 🤍.

Me encantó,es un mini kit perfecto para comenzar con este método,me gustó mucho y viene bastante completo y los colores son preciosos 😍😊,llegó en el tiempo estimado y en perfecto estado

Just tried this brand for the first time after previously using the Nailboo brand and here are my thoughts as a newbie learning to do her own nails:Pros:-Easy to use-Good variety of color options-Affordable-Kit comes with everything you need from start to finish-Quick drying process for top coatCons:-Colors are not as vibrant in person as they look online-Powder comes in really small containers, almost what I would consider a “sample size” and therefore doesn’t give a lot of dipping room. Whereas, Nailboo brand comes in a container 4 times the size, making dipping easier without having to dump the whole container into the dipping tray-I find that the Modeltones base coat tries faster than Nailboo brand making the dipping process feel “panicky” because I have to quickly dip the nails immediately after putting base coat on. Nailboo doesn’t dry as quickly, allowing more time to apply your base more carefully and precisely.-Although I haven’t tried Nailboo top coat to compare to this brand, I find that the Modeltones top coat tends to leave “flashing” on some of the nails, causing dull flat patches. Not sure what caused this or if it’s a user error since I was careful not to bump nails, but even after an additional coat of top coat I still couldn’t correct the flash spots.Pictures attached are before and after top coat

LOVE LOVE LOVE these dip powders. The colors are wonderful. I’ve ordered several sets. Wish there was one big pack where you get ALL the colors available.I’m pretty rough on my nails so I upgraded from the base and top coats in the packs to a professional set. But these colors never fail. Go on easy and are always vibrant.

Amazing variety of colors. Easy to use no cracking even a few days later. Great quality powder