Mia SecretAcrylic Nail Kit: 1/2 oz liquid monomer, 1/2 oz clear acrylic powder, ultra quick nail glue, 1/2 oz ultra gloss top coat, fancy 20 nail tips, 1/2 oz primer, speedy zebra straight nail file 100/100, #8 nail brush and emery block

This kit is great for beginners and people who are a little more advanced. I used it to practice and it was very user-friendly and i had no issues with the monomer. The acrylic didn’t dry too quick and I was able to mold and shape it very nicely. Great product.

I `ve never done my own acrylic nails . I used to grow my own nails, and then I progressed to having them done at salon when my health issues did not allow my nails to grow nicely , and that got to be expensive.I first tried the DIY Cornstarch Nails, and that proved to get messy, and so time consuming considering the wear time, plus other issues.I found a great Youtube Instructor/Influencer ( Natali Carmona) , and she used Mia`s Secret more often than not.I decided to go with this kit because it seemed to have everything I would need to start out.I am so happy that I did !Much easier than buying everything separate, and also gives me a clue to what I need in the future.I found that the monomer and powder may only be enough supply for maybe 2 sets - so I did take tips from otherreviewers and purchased larger quantities of each before even using the kit.I used everything according to the kit instructions , and taking the Youtubers advice and instructions.I found the monomer and powder went on pretty smoothly. I totally tried to take my time, and though a few times I went in too wet ( longer dry time on those nails ) , I had`nt had a problem with glumps, or bumps, dribbling , or crumbles.I had minimal filing and buffing nail after the acrylic was set.The primer and top coat is effective , the brush is satisfactory (although I purchased a back up ) , I like that it came with block and a file . I have not used the tips yet, as I had a box already . I will use next time, or keep for extra supply.The powder is "clear" with minuscule of sparkles. I was looking at my nails after wards, and thought I saw "sugary" teensy bumps, but my nail was smooth, it must have been the sparkles ??I love to wear polish , so not an issue to me.For a 1st timer, I thought it went well. I strongly advise if a first timer, to follow instructions closely.My nails are not perfect, as photo shows, but I am very pleased with this item, and the outcome !I usually wear my nails in oval, ballerina (coffin) , or stiletto shape - but just went with rounded square for my first time as I did not want to mess up this first time application - I will experiment on another set :)I recommend this items !

The media could not be loaded. I’ve always wanted to learn to do my own nails. I’ve had my eye on Mia secrets products but i didn’t want to spend a bunch of money when I didn’t know what I was doing. First things first, if you’d like a video tutorial, check out Long Hair Pretty Nails review on this kit on YouTube. She is very knowledgeable and informative. Second these products are really good quality. The acrylic powder is really nice and East to manipulate. The glue is phenomenal! Now on to the primer, dehydrator, and monomer. Listen, I had to crack open two windows, cut in two fans and a ceiling fan. This stuff is POTENT! I’m surprised I didn’t pass out. So keep that in mind. The thing about this kit that kept me from giving it 5 stars is the brush. Man this brush was so flimsy and cheap. They didn’t give you enough monomer and if you aren’t careful you can thicken your monomer up with powder. I’m assuming this problem was on my part. So be mindful, especially since these bottles are so small. Overall good starter kit and the tutorial o mentioned helps a lot. My nails feel secure

If you are new or have only a little experience doing your own nails at home, this kit has everything you need in the perfect size to see if doing your own nails at home is for you! Amazing price and fast shipping too! No need to commit to larger amounts of product in case you find out doing your own nails isn’t “your thing.” If you do a decent job on your nails the first time (first of all, congratulations!), you will have enough for at least one full set and one fill, maybe 2 fills. And in my past experience with other kits or products, this, by far, adheres the best and gives me the professional look and feel I’m going for. The only 2 things I would recommend adding (buying separately) is a dapen dish (for the monomer) and nail dehydrator liquid to make sure your nails are extra dry for the primer. And have a shot glass handy with pure acetone in it just in case you get any acrylic hardened in your brush.Over time, you will need to “add” to this kit by replacing products (i.e. liquid monomer, tips, powder, etc) but the initial kit is good enough to train yourself to do your own nails. I would recommend a different (better) brush once you get into doing your nails more. Make the investment, it will help improve your results and help you be better at it. Also, BIG recommendation, watch TONS of actual professional nail tech videos online first. Look for videos about technique, not art. It will help you get closer to the correct way so you don’t end up wasting product, not having enough or spending half a day filing. Read the directions that are included. And Use in a well ventilated area!

Overall this is a good kit for a beginner if you aren't sure if you will continue doing acrylic nails after your first try. However, you will definitely need more monomer (liquid) as the bottle it comes with lasts one and a half sets and more tips. The quality is pretty good for the price and its performance is honestly as good as you make it (meaning the liquid to powder ratio is up to the user.) However, I did feel this kit was missing some items. I purchased a timer grit file as the one included is too rough for smoothing the nail once finished. I also purchased a better brush and wouldn't waste my time with this one again. It doesn't come with a dish for the monomer either although that's not a huge deal.