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12 Dip Powder Nail Kits for a Fire At-Home Mani
If you’re taking a break from the nail salon right now (hi, same), but you still want a fire manicure that won’t start chipping in two days, lemme introduce you to the dip powder manicure. In case you don’t already know, dip powder manis are a long-lasting type of manicure that doesn't use UV lights to harden the nail. So you still get the same results as an you would with a gel or acrylic manicure in a salon, but without the UV lights or the fake tips. Which means dip powder nails also end up being less damaging to your nails in the long run. Yup—that's why we're obsessed right now.
And even though, yes, you're going to get the best dip powder manicures at a salon, you can still cash in on the trend at home with a DIY dip powder nail kit. Soif you’re trying to avoid haggard-looking nails, these kits were practically made for you. Ahead, the 12 best at-home dip powder kits that'll help you nail your next mani.
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$98.99
NGL, when it comes to the finish, dip powder manicures lean more matte than super shiny. If that's not your vibe anyways, you'll love this at-home dip powder kit. The top coat formula leaves behind an extra-shiny finish, just like the manis you used to get at the salon.
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$7.99
When it's time to take off your dip powder mani, don't bother struggling with wrapping aluminum foil around your nails. Instead, try this at-home dip powder nail remover kit that uses clips to hold your acetone-soaked cotton balls in place and remove your nails with barely any effort or mess.
$29.98
With this at-home dip powder kit, you'll get nails so shiny, you'll basically be able to see your reflection in them. Not only will the special formula leave you with a mirror-like shine, but it also feels really lightweight on your nails, aaand it's surprisingly chip-resistant (unlike a regular mani).
Best At-Home Dip Powder Kit for Beginners
TBH, some of the professional-looking at-home dip powder kits can get real complicated real fast if you don't know what you're doing. So, if you're a newb to dip powder, you might want to try out this beginner kit. It's super easy to use—like, if you can paint your own nails with basic polish, then you can easily figure out this kit.
Best At-Home Dip Powder Kit for French Manicures
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$26.99
The French mani is back and better than ever, y'all. If you're trying to hop on this trend while you're at home, you definitely need this at-home dip powder nail kit. It comes with everything you need to DIY your French tips, including four different color options, in case you want to switch things up.
Best Budget Friendly At-Home Dip Powder Kit
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$25.35
This at-home dip powder kit lets you get a dope mani without completely blowing your budget. It includes three dip powders, a bonding gloss, an activator, a brush cleaner, and a buffer...all for under 20 bucks.
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$14.00
If you're like me and love to have super-loud nails, opt for this at-home dip powder kit for neon nails. It comes with eight lightweight dipping powders—way more than your normal kit—so it's super easy to switch up the color of your nails at home.
Best Strengthening At-Home Dip Powder Kit
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$44.97
Acrylics can kinda wreak havoc on your nails—thankfully, this at-home dip powder kit does just the opposite. It doesn't contain any harsh chemicals, it's formulated with calcium to help strengthen your nails, and when when it needs to be removed, it just soaks right off.
Best At-Home Dip Powder Kit for Glitter Nails
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$26.05
Idk about you, but I loooove glitter nails—they're an instant mood booster. I mean, you just can't help but smile when you see them. This at-home dip powder kit comes with eight super-pigmented glitter shades that won't flake off after a few days. In fact, they'll last you at least two weeks.
Best At-Home Dip Powder Kit for Holographic Nails
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$7.77
So this technically isn't a full-blown dip powder kit, but you could always pair it with the simple starter kit, like the one from Kiss. Once you've cured your base coat and added a coat of nail polish, pat the powder onto your nails. You literally won't be able to stop staring the cool holographic color.
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$19.99
Some says nude nails are basic, I say they're a classic. This at-home dip powder kit comes with five different neutral powders that will never clash with your look (can't say the same about neon green nail polish...). Plus, it'll leave your nails shiny and smooth for up to two weeks.
Best Cruelty-Free At-Home Dip Powder Kit
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$39.99
You don't have to compromise your morals for a bomb DIY mani. Not only is this at-home dip powder kit cruelty-free, it's also odor free (so you don't have to deal with any harsh smells) and it's three-free, meaning it's made without toxic formaldehyde, toluene, or DBP.
This story originally appeared on: Cosmopolitan - Author:Ama Kwarteng
