Get a Great Gel Mani at Home

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Gel manicures are all the rage at salons everywhere because of their durability and speedy drying time, not to mention the fact that they're less damaging than acrylics. But you don't have to shell out the $30 or more every two weeks for a pro job. Beauty stores like Ulta now carry the gel polish and equipment needed to get a fast, flawless gel manicure at home. The Red Carpet Manicure line offers a base coat, tons of gorgeous colors and a top coat, plus a special remover that quickly takes off the polish. And that LED light from the salon hasn't been forgotten. The line offers one for just $20 and a "Pro" version - which is stronger - for $36. The light is used after each coat of polish to "cure" it and dry it almost instantly.