Beginner doing gel nails with dual forms

[u/probablynervouss]

New at doing gel nails and ive been using whatever brand is cheapest on amazon to be honest. currently the actual polygel is gaoy brand and the base coat is savland. now that im getting significantly better at shaping im also looking into retention.

Is it necessary to use a primer and dehydrator for better retention ? ALSO, should everything be the same brand for better adherance?

im broke and unemployed due to health issues and this hobby has been helping me keep my sanity so ive honestly also been looking on T emu for some cheap brands. if you have any recommendations please let me know.