I'm pretty new to the nail art scene so I'm wondering where I could get inexpensive-ish base and top coats? Brands or where to buy? Any tips or tricks/advice for this nail noob would be greatly appreciated! <3
I found some LA colors base coats at walmart under a dollar and so far I like it just fine. I use Sally Hansen insta-dry top coat...it doesnt really dry THAT fast but it's been getting the job done.
I know it's not really cheap, but Orly Bonder base coat! It's a rubberized base coat that really makes polish last. I've used it for years and won't change.it really is worth the money.
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Aug 17, 2012
Julianne J.
I'm pretty new to the nail art scene so I'm wondering where I could get inexpensive-ish base and top coats? Brands or where to buy? Any tips or tricks/advice for this nail noob would be greatly appreciated! <3
Aug 25, 2012
Nichole W.
i get mine from walmart and the dollar store
Aug 26, 2012
Choup N.
I found some LA colors base coats at walmart under a dollar and so far I like it just fine. I use Sally Hansen insta-dry top coat...it doesnt really dry THAT fast but it's been getting the job done.
Nov 23, 2012
Tanya M.
At Sally's you can buy the Nina Ultra Pro topcoat its like 3 or 4 dollars, it dries crazy fast and is super shiny.
Nov 23, 2012
Tanya M.
Nov 23, 2012
Jennifer J.
I know it's not really cheap, but Orly Bonder base coat! It's a rubberized base coat that really makes polish last. I've used it for years and won't change.it really is worth the money.