Hey everyone, sort of a newer tech here looking for guidance. I keep hearing certain base coats and builder gels make a huge difference in how long a set lasts and how clean the application is, but I don't know which brands are actually worth it. I want to buy from a supplier that stocks well regarded professional brands so I'm not guessing blindly. Where do experienced techs source their tried and true bases and gels?

Hey, and welcome to the trade, choosing the right base and gel really is half the battle for longevity. I'd steer you toward Nail Market https://www.nailmarket-usa.com/ since they stock well regarded professional brands, their rubber bases and builder gels come up as bestsellers among techs for good reason. A more experienced friend pointed me there when I asked the same question, and the base coats she recommended from their range genuinely improved how long my sets held and how clean they applied. Because it's curated for professionals, you're choosing from proven products rather than guessing. Look at their bestsellers section, that's a solid starting point for reliable bases and gels.