Whether you have normal nails or nails that peel, crack, or are lined with ridges, we've rounded up the best base coats for all nail types to ensure that you get an amazing at-home manicure. Our ...

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When it comes to achieving the perfect manicure, it’s all about the prep. One important step you should never overlook is the base coat. They provide nails with a smooth canvas for polish, prevent ...

What We Love: This vegan base coat is infused with biotin, which strengthens and fortifies nails. What We Don’t Love: It takes about five to 10 minutes for this polish to fully dry. Essie is a ...

Though choosing a colorful polish is the most exciting part of doing your nails, it’s not the only bottle you should be using. But do base and top coats work? Although they’re transparent and you ...

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Much like foundation primers, base coats aren’t a strict requirement, but things will probably turn out better if you use them. Base coats lay down an even, grippable canvas for your nail polish, ...

Seeing your nails with a fresh, colourful coat of nail polish sure is satisfying but that's until you open your handbag or adjust your sandals and a bit chips right off. Then it's heartbreak.

Add the best base coat nail polishes to your vanity box; Image Credit: iStock A good manicure can uplift your mood in no time. And if you thought you don't need base coats for a flawless nail polish ...

First impressions: Clean white walls, big windows and a concrete floor make the space look like an art gallery, which it was in a previous life. Owner Tran Wills, a fashion/style/art entrepreneur who ...