How-To Guides
Nail Drill Bits Guide: Carbide, Ceramic, Diamond and Sanding Bands
Compare Cre8tion nail drill bits: carbide, ceramic, diamond and sanding bands, with grits, shapes and what each is for. Plus safety basics and a few specialty bits.
Platinum, Pearl, Holographic and Rose Gold: Which Shimmer Gel?
Compare Cre8tion Platinum, Platinum After Party, Pearl, Holographic and Rose Gold gels: the look of each, how many shades, and which one to pick for your set.
Base Coat vs Rubber Base vs Top Coat: Which Do You Need?
Compare Cre8tion base coat, Rubber Base, Foundation Primer + Bond and the Diamond, matte and chrome top coats, with a quick guide to which layer goes where.
Gel, Builder, Extension Gel, Acrylic or Dip: Which System Fits You?
Compare five Cre8tion nail systems: gel color, builder gel, extension gel, acrylic and dip powder. See which needs a lamp and which fits your skill level.
Thanksgiving Nail Colors: Jewel, Solid or Cat Eye?
Compare three ways to wear Thanksgiving nail colors with Cre8tion: Jewel Gel Autumn Tale, Chance by Cre8tion Autumn Sunset solid shades, and Autumn cat eye.
Halloween Nail Colors: Cream, Cat Eye or Glow?
Compare three Cre8tion Halloween finishes: Solid Cream art gels, Midnight Mirage cat eye, and Glow in the Dark gel. See which fits your design and skill level.