10 Essential Tools Every Nail Technician Needs — And What’s Included in Our Student Kit

1. Young Nails Extreme Pro Acrylic Ultimate Kit

Why you need it: This all-in-one kit has everything you need to create stunning acrylic nail extensions, perfect for beginners and pros alike. So say goodbye to boring nails and hello to endless possibilities!

Included in your kit:

• Core Acrylic Powders (Clear, White, Pink, Blush, Kitty Blitz, Flash and Burn)
• EMA Monomer
• Protein Bond (Primer)
• Swipe Surface Cleanser
• Rose Cuticle Oil
• Top Coat / Finish Gel
• Nail Forms
• Assorted Nail Tips
• Tip Adhesive
• Dappen Dish + Dropper
• Starter Acrylic Brush
• Files & Buffers
• Instruction Manual or QR Tutorial Access

2. Young Nails Professional Gel Kit

Why you need it: A complete professional gel nail system designed for long-lasting, salon-quality results. This kit includes everything needed to create strong, durable, high-shine gel enhancements with easy application and exceptional wear.

Included in your kit:

• 15g Base Gel
• 15g Build Gel
• 15g Flex Gel
• 15g Clear Sculptor Gel
• 15g Concealer Pink Gel
• 15g White Sculpture Gel
• 8oz Swipe
• 1oz Rose Cuticle Oil
• 1/3 oz Ultimate Finish Gel
• 1/4 oz Protein Bond
• 1/2 oz Brush On Glue
• 150/150 File
• 100/100 Files
• 50pk Natural Assorted Tips
• 50pk Clear Assorted Tips
• Finesse Pro Gel Sculptor
• Manicure Brush
• 100pk Nail Forms
• 20pk Nail Wipes

3. Electric Nail File (E-File) + Bits & Organizer

Why you need it: A professional e-file helps you master speed, prep, and precision in every service.

Included:

• High-performance e-file machine
• Full assortment of e-file bits
• Sanding bands
• Bit organizer

4. Stainless Steel Implements

Why you need them: Durable, disinfectable tools for cuticle and nail prep—essentials for every nail tech.

Included:

• Metal cuticle pushers
• Nail clippers
• Additional professional implements

5. Nail Art Brushes 

Why you need them: Get creative and add value to your services with hand-painted nail art and design work.

Included:

• Detailing brushes

6. LED Nail Lamp

Why you need it: Cure gel polish and enhancements evenly and efficiently with a salon-grade lamp.

Included: Professional LED lamp

7. Practice Hand

Why you need it: A reusable, flexible hand lets you perfect your shaping and sculpting before working with real clients.

Included: Poseable practice hand

8. Disposable Nail Files & Lint-Free Wipes

Why you need them: Sanitation is a top priority—these disposables keep your workspace safe and professional.

Included:

• Assorted single-use nail files
• Lint-free wipes

9. Disposable Pedicure Kits

Why you need it: Learn safe, sanitary foot care—an in-demand skill and a licensure requirement in many states.

Included:

• Toe separators
• Buffer
• Orange wood stick
• Disposable file

10: Business Education & Digital Curriculum

Your training doesn’t stop at nails. You’ll learn the science behind each service, how to stay compliant, and how to market your skills.

Included:

• Milady’s Standard Nail Technology Textbook
• Milady Foundations Textbook
• Milady Online Curriculum Access
• Beauty as a Business – Social Media Marketing Course (BONUS)

Why We Use Young Nails

We proudly feature Young Nails in our program because it’s:

• Trusted by professionals worldwide
• Beginner-friendly but advanced enough for pros
• Designed for smooth, consistent results
• Supported by a library of free tutorials

Watch Young Nails Tutorials on YouTube

Learn with the Right Tools. Start Your Career as a Professional.

At IMAGE, we don’t just hand you a kit—we hand you a complete toolkit for career success. With over $1,000 in pro-grade products, expert instruction, and a curriculum designed to launch your future, you’ll graduate confident and client-ready.

Call (239) 402-6678 or visit instituteimage.com to enroll and reserve your kit today.