Guides, comparisons and nail tips for SLP and all of Mexico
12 articles
guiaAn honest guide to choosing your first gel nail kit without falling for 80-piece kits you'll never use. What it SHOULD include, what you DON'T need, and which 4 Mercado Libre Mexico kits are worth the money.
guiaAn honest guide to start charging for manicures at home without spending $10,000 MXN on a kit you won't use. The golden rule: spend the minimum viable, scale with real clients.
comparativaWe tested the best-selling brands on Mercado Libre Mexico: Obp, Lé Mussa, Organic Nails, Miss Cherry, and Gelesh. Find out which gel polish is right for your skill level and budget. Plus: Shinetour Cat Eye if you want something different.
guiaWe tested the press-on options you can actually find on Mercado Libre Mexico: Glamnetic glue-free, Wafoloze faded French, and OBP tips for DIY extensions. A guide with a step-by-step tutorial.
deep-diveWhat scientific research says about UV/LED lamps in manicures, the real risks, and how to protect yourself without giving up gel.
deep-diveWhat rubber base is, how it differs from gel and builder, how to apply it, and why almost all nail techs are using it.
listaThe 10 nail colors that look stunning on brown and medium skin, why they work, and which ones to avoid. 2026 trends included.
comparativaWe compare the 4 nail techniques: durability, price in Mexico, pros, cons, and who each is for.
comparativaThe minimum you need to do your nails at home, which kits are worth it, and which ones are traps.
comparativaWe compared the best-selling lamps on Mercado Libre: from the $129 SUN Mini to the Professional 180W and the OBP SUNone pro. Which one you need by skill level and budget.
guiaEverything you need to do gel nails at home. Materials, prep, application, and tips to make them last 2-3 weeks.
guia-localThe most complete directory of nail bars in SLP. By zone, specialty, and budget. Verified and updated. English-speaking options included.