![]() Since several kits had disappointing staying power, we ultimately selected easy-to-use options that delivered professional-looking results. While we planned to wait the full 14 days before removing it, most gel formulas we tried began peeling off prematurely. Each set was assessed for drying time, ease of use, overall look, longevity, ease of removal, and nail integrity after removing the gel. Our in-house testers carefully followed the directions to see how well the formulas, lamps, and finished results performed in a real-life setting. ![]() We chose nine gel kits to try in The Lab, our Manhattan product-testing facility. The two-step system doesn't need to be dried with a lamp and offers professional-looking results. For something a little more affordable or user-friendly, we highly recommend Essie Gel Couture Longwear Nail Polish. This DIY nail set earned perfect scores for drying time, finished look, staying power, and ease of removal, and taking the extensions off won't ruin your nail beds. ![]() Overall, we liked the Morovan Poly Gel Kit. Included Shades: 1 | Dry Time: 30 seconds | Cruelty-Free: Yes Although it might not be ideal for folks who work with their hands, we still think it's a good choice for those interested in exploring at-home light-cured nails. The other thing to note is that the set comes with only one shade, but you can buy more individually. Her nail beds were slightly brittle after it all came off but not entirely damaged. While it promises up to two weeks of wear, the gel started peeling when our tester cleaned her kitchen. The pro-level polish and top coat deliver extra-shiny, streak-free results, though she noticed one small bubble. Once cured, our tester said her nails were hard and smooth without any tackiness. The brand's beginner-friendly starter set clocked a perfect score for ease of use, thanks to the exceptionally simple three-step process and 30-second dry time. Included Shades: 8 | Dry Time: 2 minutes | Cruelty-Free: Yesįor gel nail novices, we recommend Sally Hansen. Price at time of publish: $49.99 for All Seasons Kit And while her nail plates were somewhat brittle, they weren't completely wrecked. After soaking them in acetone, the gel scraped right off. She said the removal process was a piece of cake too. With the exception of two extensions falling off, our tester's nails looked just as good two weeks later-still shiny and vibrant without any cracks or chips. With some practice, she thinks they'll continue to look even better. She used the purple-to-white ombré hue and loved the overall results. However, they were definitely cured and felt durable. She said her nails were a little tacky after placing them under the lights for the recommended two minutes. Once our tester got the desired shape and length, the drying process was a breeze. You'll also get extension gel and foil for shaping your nails. This manicure kit comes with eight gel colors, including two ombrés and six solids, plus a nail dehydrator, a primer, a base, and top coat, various grooming tools, and a drying lamp. That said, the directions were thorough yet concise, so we knew what to do each step of the way. We only marked it down for ease of use since there was a slight learning curve to applying the gel nails. The Morovan Poly Gel Kit earned perfect scores in most categories, including drying time, finished appearance, longevity, ease of removal, and nail integrity after removal.
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