I ordered the set + a couple of nail polishes a bit hesitantly. Now that I've done two sets of nails, I can only recommend it. I wore the first nails for just over 3 weeks, and these current ones have been on for two weeks. Making nails goes nicely while watching a movie/show, and I no longer need to drag myself to the nail salon to stare at the walls and suffer through the passage of time.
I love Depend Gel IQ. It is definitely a super good alternative if you don't want to spend money on salon nails every 3rd/4th week.
I've had it on since September 2024, and my nails are so strong, and it lasts a long time. It takes a few tries to get the technique down, but once you learn it, it's so easy! ✨
A tip is to make sure not to apply the gel and color too close to the cuticles. There are good videos on TikTok about how to do it the best way that I recommend!
I have also chosen to buy tools to prep the nails and notice that it helps a lot for it to last longer. 🙌🏼
At first, I wasn't very careful, and when the gel or color ended up outside the nail, they came off easier, and if you pull it off, it unfortunately damages the nail. Same as if you pull off salon nails.
I have managed to grow my nails incredibly well, and it works great. If you have a good base, you can easily file down the nails and build on the existing ones! With more layers, it becomes harder and more stable. And if your real nail were to break, you can fix it with a piece of teabag!! 😍
So it is really worth buying, it is nice to sit and tinker with. In the picture are my real nails today, and it is about 3-4 weeks of growth without any lifting!🥰