20 best nail polishes

To create an interesting chameleon effect on nails, LUXVISAGE lacquer will help you without much difficulty. It changes color depending on the lighting and viewing angle. Two duochrome tones are added to the formula, thanks to which this effect is achieved. The formula dries very quickly and lasts a long time. The manufacturer recommends applying the varnish on a light or dark base for the best effect. In one coat, the formula streaks. Each lacquer color has a basic tone, complemented by 2 or 3 overflows. For example, purple with brown and gold. The most worthy buyers consider shades 404, 405 and 407.

The reviews praise a convenient brush with which you can paint over the entire nail in one stroke. They note high durability, and varnishes are combined with other brands of fixers. LUXVISAGE renews its collections every few months, offering shades for the changing seasons.The only negative is the strong absorption of the formula into the nail plate.

The American company Essie began its history more than 30 years ago. Then the brand presented to customers 12 original exquisite shades of varnishes. Today, the brand produces a huge range of products for nails, which allows you to give them the perfect color, nourishes, strengthens and restores a healthy look.

Among the 250 different shades of the summer 2018 collection, every girl will find an option to her liking. Essie polishes last for a long time and are easy to apply thanks to the wide brush. With just one movement, you can evenly cover the nail plate. The company has not stopped there and is developing new textures and palettes. The founders of the brand each time come up with original names for varnishes: Delicacy, Shopaholic, Tikhonya, Mademoiselle.

A popular Turkish nail polish brand has also taken its place in our ranking. Customers often leave good reviews about this tool. Lacquer Golden Rose Rich Color is equipped with a wide brush of ideal shape. She does not miss a single area on the nail. It has an unobtrusive smell and a completely normal composition. For a beautiful appearance, you need to apply at least 2 layers. Most often, when coated with only one, a transparent effect is visible.

Advantages:

• availability;
• beautiful shades;
• delicate texture;
• keeps well;
• nice smell;
• optimal cost.

Flaws:

• one layer is not enough;
• liquid texture.

Dance Legend Sahara Crystal is a collection of 18 polishes with a unique effect of small grains of sand. They are used as a decoration, or completely cover the nail plate. The manicure looks interesting, does not scratch or prick, as you might think at first. The formula takes up to 10 minutes to harden, during which time relief appears. It has an average wear - it lasts perfectly for 3 days, then the grains of sand begin to break off. The best effect is achieved after the second layer: an interesting texture is visible to the naked eye.

The reviews warn of a very liquid consistency. Many trained to gain the correct amount of the product. Over time, varnishes thicken, become more comfortable. The sand texture is hard to remove, it remains in the corners of the plate. The biggest challenge is the Dance Legend Sahara Crystal with glitter, they stick to the nail. More often these decorative varnishes are combined with glossy surfaces.

An American-made tool takes a leading position in the ranking for a reason. SALLY HANSEN is one of the most popular companies in our country. This is justified by the wide variety of colors. And easy application is another argument in favor of the product. This nail polish is a great replacement for a salon finish. It makes it possible to get incredibly beautiful nails at home. Protects from chips, holds well and has a comfortable pussy.

Advantages:

• high quality of the product;
• convenient packaging and brush;
• easy application;
• fast drying;
• excellent result.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Brigitte Bottier Mirror is the only polish in the ranking with a mirror finish, which is highly appreciated by lovers of the most brilliant manicure. There are only 10 shades in the line, bright and natural colors are presented. Wide rounded brush allows you to evenly paint over the nails. The manufacturer recommends the use of stamping varnish, although buyers boast of a manicure made only by him. The formula is not capricious when applied, does not require a polished plate. Lays down densely in one layer. Despite the bright colors, the composition is perfectly removed. Virtually does not stain nails.

Buyers note a beautiful effect in different lighting conditions. It turns out a metallic tint, a strong shine appears. In the comments, it is advised to try varnishes with sparkles and shimmer. The strength of this line is the ability to experiment: it goes well with any textures, it is not capricious when interacting with other brands.

VINYLUX varnishes are considered to be incredibly resistant and quick-drying.They last at least seven days and provide quality nail care. The range of colors is striking in the number of shades. The range of coatings was created on the basis of the experience gained by the company in the process of working with popular world fashion designers. A team of CND professionals has been participating in various exhibitions for ten years and creating the most top and fashionable shades.

New Wave Collection weekly polishes are based on ProLight technology. They are produced as a two-component system without a base. Thanks to this, high resistance without chips and cracks, fast drying speed, glossy shine and rich shade are achieved.

KINETICS SolarGel is one of the manufacturer's new collections, which applies and dries like a regular polish, but has a gel surface. The main advantage is the number of shades: fashionable, juicy, bright and pastel colors, equally well pigmented. The brand promises durability up to 10 days without special drying in a lamp. It is recommended to fix the varnish with SolarGel Top. The product comes in a heavy solid bottle, it is pleasant to hold it in your hands. With a medium-sized brush, it is easy to paint over the nail plate in one motion.

Customers call the varnish excellent, note the absence of problems with manicure during the week. The formula lasts longer, but does fade a little. It is very similar to luxury varnishes that are used in expensive salons. The reviews highly appreciated the shape of the brush: flat with a rounded tip, similar to a petal. It holds and transfers the right amount of the composition. The varnish is removed in a couple of seconds.

High-quality nail polishes occupy a leading position in the ranking for a reason. A wide range of shades - from pastel to bright saturated colors. Orly products are distinguished by their quality. Varnishes can be easily applied in just one layer, while the appearance of the nail will be magnificent. Choice of glossy or matte effects. The perfect consistency is another argument in favor of the American brand. There are no chips on the tips, and application takes a few seconds.

Advantages:

• unusual comfortable brush shape;
• bright saturated colors;
• variety of shades;
• excellent composition;
• keeps well;
• economical packaging.

Flaws:

• not detected.

A well-known American brand brings to your attention high quality nail polish. It is often used in nail salons as it has a number of advantages. This tool does not show chips or scratches. It perfectly protects the nail plate and does not have a negative effect, unlike some similar products. The main advantage is high wear resistance. Reviews say that OPI Nail Lacquer holds up very well.

Advantages:

• perfect texture;
• simple application;
• excellent wear resistance;
• wide brush.

Flaws:

• high price;
• Requires 2 coats or more.

The German manufacturer Alessandro was created for lovers of luxury: chic application, drying, wear. The coating does not lose its luster, repeats the effect of gel polish. Diamond dust is added to the composition, which gives shine and strengthens the plate. Silk microparticles make the surface perfectly smooth, increase the durability of the manicure. The line has unique matte and iridescent shades that other manufacturers could not repeat. A selection of natural colors for every day is presented.

Buyers note that some of the shades repeat the more expensive luxury, for example, Chanel. They call Alessandro varnishes an excellent alternative. The box with a square cap is comfortable to hold in your hand. The varnish needs to be applied in two or three layers, the first stripes a little. The consistency is liquid, it takes some getting used to. The main reason for the last place in the ranking is the composition. There is no formaldehyde in the ingredients in Russian. However, it is indicated in the composition in English.

Christina Fitzgerald turned manicure into an art. This is a recognizable figure in the beauty industry, who created a unique brand in 2008, based on a lot of experience. The collection "Culture of Flowers" is popular, which presents sensual and deep shades of varnishes that amaze with their durability. The Australian brand is preferred by professional manicurists and ordinary housewives who value quality first of all.

Almost all varnishes are sold in the form of sets (color coating plus preparation).Among the collections of Christina Fitzgerald, it is not so easy to choose a shade, they are all charming. Hawaiian Reef, Pink Shimmer, Milky Way, Khaki Safari - these are not all the colors presented in the current series of nail cosmetics.

The famous brand, which has been written about a lot of positive reviews, produces nail polishes with incomparable brilliance and endless durability. New lines from Dior provide an even coverage with a gel effect. Lacquer is applied with one touch, which is why modern ladies choose the summer collection ROUGE DIOR VERNIS SUMMER LOOK 2018.

The limited edition includes four types of shades: blue, dark blue, red and orange. Many ladies are not embarrassed by the high price for a bottle of 10 milliliters, because the product has excellent quality and economical material consumption.

The next participant in the rating is also a French brand. The popular Lancome series are represented by high-quality professional products for the beauty of nails. The brand catalog contains the most original shades: from restrained to rich burgundy, as well as mint and rich colors. For fashionistas, shiny and matte finishes are suitable. Lacquers are easy to apply thanks to a special brush.

The Vernis in Love range provides flawless, long-lasting coverage. All varnishes are available in beautiful exclusive bottles of 6 milliliters. The cost of production is justified by high quality. Manicure is well-groomed and neat.

Yves Saint Laurent not only outperforms budget nail polishes in many ways, but even among the luxury ones it occupies a leading position. The brand presented a wide palette of shades: bright and fresh, natural and romantic, outrageous and modest. Varnishes have a unique formula that combines decorative and healing functions. It has maximum durability and takes care of the condition of the nails. The composition is enriched with trace elements that penetrate the plate. Natural oils nourish and moisturize, prevent cracks and delamination.

Buyers praise the consistency: it immediately adheres to the surface, even a beginner can get a perfect manicure. The bottle deserves compliments: the bottle looks expensive, looks decent on the shelf. The brush provides an even distribution of varnish without bubbles and streaks. The correct width allows you to paint over the entire plate the first time. The pile does not bulge, does not deform after prolonged use.

The CATRICE brand was able to repeat the find of luxury manufacturers: to create the perfect glossy finish with a gel polish effect. Their product stays on nails for up to 7 days, does not chip, does not lose brightness.Durable coating experiences a slight mechanical impact. The formula is supplemented with acai oil, which moisturizes and nourishes the plate. The varnish comes in small convenient bottles, it is taken on trips. The thoughtful shape of the brush ensures accurate application. 2 coats are needed to get the desired shade.

Buyers note the impressive volume of the bottle. Thanks to the extended handle, the brush is comfortable to hold. In a couple of strokes, you can cover the entire nail. The villi are elastic, do not deform and do not shaggy over time. The reviews praise the good consistency for the balance of density and fluidity. The product does not run outside the nail, does not roll into lumps. Fits great even without a base. It only dries for quite a long time, it takes up to 15 minutes for 1 layer.

Vivienne Sabo Nail Atelier is a very affordable polish, but it is not much inferior even to professional brands. The manufacturer offers a palette of 44 shades with different effects. He talks about the unique formula of the top coat, thanks to which the gloss lasts for 3-4 days. Tassels are a specialty: a different cut for each shade for maximum convenience. The bottles have a cute vintage design and look great on the shelf. Varnishes dry quickly, give volume to manicure.

Buyers warn that pot-bellied bottles take up a lot of space. High pigmentation of the product is noted, one layer is enough. Praise options with small and large sparkles. High praise deserves a shade with overflows of red, yellow and green shimmer. Vivienne Sabo Nail Atelier is very similar to gel polish applied by professionals.However, some colors are difficult to tame, they stripe.

The British brand Rimmel pleases with regular novelties. One of the interesting finds was the 60 Seconds Super Shine series of polishes, which combined 3 functions: base, rich color and top. The manufacturer has updated the shape of the brush, now one stroke is enough to cover the entire plate. Rounded edges allow you to create a perfect cuticle line. The formula dries in 60 seconds and lasts up to 10 days.

The composition of the varnish is liquid, but does not flow into the cuticle. The consistency in the reviews is called ideal. The product does not thicken over time with regular use. Fast drying remains even when applied in several layers. The number of coatings depends on the color. The most popular was a neutral shade: not too dark or light, without brown and red spots. The varnish is easily removed with any composition, although bright colors stain the nails and cuticles.

Over the years on the market, ART-VISAGE has leaked into the collections of many customers. Gloss Finish is one of the newest lines of the manufacturer, which combines the best features of the previous ones. Varnishes have high resistance, dense application and wet effect. Gloss appears from the first layer, does not fade within 4 days. The formula does not contain toluene and formaldehyde, does not damage nails. The manufacturer recommends supplementing the varnish with a base so that the manicure lasts up to 10 days. The flat brush helps distribute the formula without smudging.The product comes in thick glass bottles, does not look cheap.

The reviews note a simple application to the nails, varnishes do not strip. Although it is advised to cover the plate twice or thrice, otherwise the color will turn out pale. Even with prolonged wear, the manicure does not chip off, but fades a little at the edges. Easily erased with a special liquid. The shelf life varies for different colors. Natural shades "live" the longest.

The Russian brand EL Corazon thought not only about the decorative, but also about the healing function of varnishes. The result is a ruler that is safe for the nail. The composition is enriched with biological components that strengthen and seal the plate. As the manufacturer assures, the formula dries quickly, does not require a top coat, and retains a fresh look for 4 days. The application technology repeats the work with conventional varnishes: it is enough to distribute the composition with a brush. One of the advantages is the palette of colors: bright, pastel, iridescent tones for the most diverse manicure.

Judging by the reviews, many lacquer collectors purchase at least a few bottles of EL Corazon. I am pleased with the impressive size - as much as 16 ml. Despite the volume, the bottles do not take up much space. They seem to fit into each other, like pieces of a puzzle. Customers appreciated the tassel of the correct length and width. Two swipes are enough to cover your nails.