Natural nail polishes. Can safe nail polishes replace conventional ones? We check and tell. How to extend the life of a manicure

The first pastel pink nail polish was patented in 1916. Over the next hundred years, varnishes have changed significantly: today their palette has over 300 shades, including matte, textural and holographic textures. Manicure has become an art, but every woman can master it. Let's talk about how not to get lost in the assortment of nail polishes and about the little tricks of their application.

Lacquer color and fashion trends

Color matters. And although modern fashion has ceased to dictate the rules for combining manicure with a wardrobe, color type of appearance and time of day or year, it is still worth adhering to some formalities:

The shades of the nude palette (beige, coffee with milk) are combined with everything and are ideal for everyday life, this group also includes a classic jacket;

Dark shades (black, graphite, plum, malachite) are suitable for everyday life if they fit into the color scheme of clothes;

Flashy colors (lemon, light green, orange) and require a non-everyday occasion and are used to create youth images - they are categorically not suitable for a business dress code;

It stands apart - Coco Chanel recognized only this color and called it universal, modern nail masters agree, but clarify - a manicure in red tones should be done perfectly.

Specify the desired color of varnish in the "Color Shade" filter to narrow the search area. Remember, modern nail art proclaimed permissiveness. The trend is both the classic jacket and its modifications, as well as oriental ornaments, floral and animal prints, geometric, ethnic, abstract patterns, monograms and artistic painting. Riot of colors and unlimited flight of fancy!

Advantages of traditional varnishes

Although gel polishes have skyrocketed to the top of the popularity charts, traditional nail polishes still have a place in your makeup bag. Why?

Any, even the most extravagant manicure, can be done quickly - ordinary varnish does not require drying in UV lamps.

A minimum of time is spent on removing such a varnish; a conventional remedy and a cotton pad are sufficient for the procedure.

In view of the above advantages, manicure can be done as often as you want, adjusting the color of the nails to the wardrobe, mood or time of day.

Professional nail polishes, among other things, meet the highest quality requirements, are resistant, plastic and obedient when applied, do not contain ingredients harmful to health and do not damage nails.

Professional varnishes CND, AURELIA, DEBORAH LIPPMANN, KONAD, OPI, ORLY, the full range of which you can find in the "Brand" filter, are presented in our store in luxurious collections: glossy nail polishes, matte, metallic, pearly, with the texture of liquid sand, for a jacket (see the filter "Types of varnish"). Be bold, emphasize your individuality!

Tricks in manicure

In order for the varnish to last as long as possible, do not forget to degrease the nail plate and cover it with a base.

Bright varnishes will be more saturated, and faded ones will become juicy if you use white varnish as a substrate.

Don't skimp on top coats. Their task is to protect the manicure from damage and prolong its life.

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Manicure for a woman is as important as makeup. The modern market offers a huge selection of nail polishes. Their brands are so diverse that you can easily get confused in them. There are even special ratings for such products.

With their help, you can create a lot of samples for nail design.

Brands of nail polishes: comparing the quality and safety of formulations

Traditional varnish coatings are:

• liquid;
• quick-drying;
• colorless, in the form of a base;
• gel;
• solid, which are thermal stickers on nails;
• transparent, in the form of fixatives.

Cutting-edge varnishes include:

• mirror with metallic effect;
• hypoallergenic or harmless;
• with sequins;
• thermo varnishes;
• craquelure;
• magnetic;
• matte.

Among the decorative coatings stand out:

• shimmer;
• caviar;
• jelly;
• sand;
• holographic;
• fluorescent;
• velor.

nail polish brands

Among the best manufacturers of nail design products, the following stand out:

• Deborah Lippmann;
• Maybelline;
• Tom Ford Neil Lakier;
• Revlon;
• Chanel le Vernier Neil Color;
• siandi shellac;
• Dior Vernier;
• Neil Luk;
• Orly;
• Sally Hansen;
• Rimmel;
• Givenchy Neil Laquière;
• Essence;
• Jessica;
• Essy;
• Dance of Legends;
• Oupiai Neil Lakier;
• Annie;
• Limoni;
• L'Oreal;
• Navel;
• Sally Hansen;
• Singer;
• Bourgeois;
• Victoria Shu;
• El Corazon;
• Masuru;
• Brigitte Botier;
• Golden Rose.

What distinguishes high-quality varnish

A good nail polish should:

• apply evenly;
• dry quickly in a few minutes;
• be resistant to detergents and moisture;
• do not change the look on the nails for at least 5 days.

Manufacturers often place metal balls in a bottle with high-quality varnish. They help to loosen the coating well and keep it for a long time. The bottom of a bottle with a quality product should be flat, and the brush should be in the shape of a half-open fan.

Brands of nail polishes from leading manufacturers often come with vitamins and additives to prevent flaking. coating with such components can have both pluses and minuses.

Advantages

Advantages of quality varnishes:

• the presence of a convenient cap in the form of a cylinder and steel balls in the bottle;
• shelf life up to 2 years;
• medium long brush, not touching the bottom and leaving no streaks;
• transparent bottle with a well-read label;
• liquid composition that drips with one drop;
• uniform coverage without air bubbles and streaks;
• the absence of harmful chemical compounds;
• quick and easy application and removal.

disadvantages

The negative aspects include the presence of:

• phthalates, which, along with providing flexibility after drying, can still harm the nervous system and cause skin irritation;
• toluene, which not only helps to apply varnish, but also leads to nausea;
• carcinogenic formaldehyde and formaldehyde resin, which help bind the pigment and cause allergic reactions;
• camphor, which allows the varnish to dry quickly and shine, and also causes dizziness and skin irritation;
• natural mother of pearl;
• calcium.

There are also other disadvantages:

• short-lived coating (2-7 days);
• frequent smearing and chipping;
• long drying;
• Strong smell;
• the possibility of an allergy.

What distinguishes a safe varnish

The brands of such coatings are distinguished by the presence of nitrocellulose in them. This element is considered protective and forms a hard layer on the nails. Safe varnishes may also contain healthy proteins and oils. These water-based coatings fix the dye with polymers rather than solvents.

If there is a CAB mark on the varnish label, this means that it is made from nitrocellulose. The coating with this component does not leave yellow spots on the nails.

The safety of varnishes is evidenced by such inscriptions as:

• big 3 free;
• big 4 free;
• big 5 free;
• big 7 free;
• big 12 free.

Advantages

The positive aspects of safe nail coatings are:

• non-toxicity;
• the possibility of use by children and pregnant women;
• hypoallergenicity;
• no need to use bases and tops;
• Possibility of dilution with water.

disadvantages

These include:

• removal with a special tool;
• a small number of budget options;
• very short time on the nails after drying.

What distinguishes professional varnishes

Such coatings have the following parameters:

• safe composition;
• obedient and plastic application;
• self-leveling and fast drying;
• long durability (2-4 weeks);
• versatile purpose;
• a huge selection of shades;
• complete set of accessories.

Professional nail coatings are gel polishes that are easy and convenient to use not only in salons, but also at home.

Advantages

The advantages of professional varnishes include:

disadvantages

Among them:

• polymerization using special lamps;
• the need for preliminary grinding of nails;
• long application procedure;
• sensitivity during drying of the coating;
• difficult and sometimes dangerous removal.

The best premium nail polishes

Luxury nail polish brands are distinguished not only by their high price, but also by their excellent quality and safe composition. But the cost of such coatings should not be overstated.

The table shows the best premium nail products:

The best varnishes of the middle price category

Brands of nail polishes of this category have an optimal ratio of cost and quality. These coatings are quick to apply and dry and fully meet consumer expectations.

The best nail polishes with an average budget are:

• Jessica from America. The tool cares and strengthens. The composition of the varnish is completely safe. Coatings of this brand are distinguished by uniform application and self-leveling. Their tint palette is quite wide.
• Orly. This brand has 250 shades. Varnishes with a thin brush are available in different volumes and are well applied. In addition to them, they acquire a fixer and a base. Price: 390 rubles.
• Professional gel polish from America Kinetics Solar differs even more than before, durability and better effect. Easy to dry without a lamp and removed. In the tint palette of the product there are both classic and trendy colors. With a finishing coat, it can stay on nails up to a crescent. Price: 420 rubles.
• Luxurious gloss Jordani Gold from Oriflame for 530 rubles, requiring multi-layer application.
• Harmless Benekos from Germany with a cost of 490 rubles. Lacquer durability - a maximum of 5 days. A fairly large palette and uniform application create an excellent reputation for the product.

The best varnishes of the mass category

Brands of nail polishes of the mass market segment are very fond of young girls, for whom a low cost is desirable.

Some of the best budget nail polishes include:

TOP of the most harmless varnishes

TOP of the most resistant nail coatings

It includes:

TOP rating of the best professional nail coatings

It includes:

Why you can not save on the purchase of varnish

Cheap nail coatings are often fraught with:

• harmfulness and toxicity;
• poor durability;
• frequent manicure (up to 3 times a week);
• aggressive dyes;
• poor application quality.

A good varnish must be safe and of high quality. Proven brands of nail coatings provide durability and beauty to the manicure. A huge range of such products allows you to choose the most optimal option for decorating nails.

Video about quality budget nail polishes

How to choose nail polish worth up to 100 rubles:

You know that recently I went to Ylang Studio, where I got a manicure using natural products. I chose harmless Zoya nail polishes as a cover. These are not the most natural nail polishes, but according to reviews, they have very good durability. It turns out a compromise between the composition and quality of the product. And then I thought that I did not tell you about the benefits or harms of nail polishes.

What varnish is the most harmless?

In short, completely natural varnish has not yet been invented, as well as hair dyes (except for henna and basma). The main problem is durability. Of course, now more and more brands are trying to make water-based varnishes, but, judging by the reviews, they have not achieved significant success. I am far from being a gourmand, so I have little experience in this area, but I have already bought myself Benecos, which consists of 98% natural ingredients. It will be interesting to compare it with traditional nail products. Today I have prepared for you a rating of safe nail polishes and tell you which ingredients to avoid. There will be only one gel polish on the lists, I think that I will tell you more about shellac (and gel polishes) in a separate post.

3 Free

Although the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (a research organization sponsored by the US Food and Drug Administration) has recognized these ingredients as safe at certain concentrations, no existing eco-standard considers them to be environmentally friendly or safe. Contrary to popular belief that the nail is “dead tissue”, it passes about 8.5% of the substances. That is why the harm of nail polishes (and gel polishes too, but about them another time) is not at all far-fetched. Over time, even major cosmetic companies began to abandon these ingredients.

3 free brands list:

1. Sally Hansen
2. Deborah Lippmann
3. China Glaze
4. e.l.f.
5. Wet N Wild
6. Rimmel
7. Maybelline

4- and 5-free

• Formaldehyde Resin: phenol-formaldehyde resin, like formaldehyde in varnishes, is harmful when inhaled. Strong allergen.
• camphor: camphor is dangerous to the body when inhaled in large doses

None of these ingredients are allowed by eco-standards

4 free brands (do not contain Formaldehyde Resin, but contain camphor):

1. Dior
2. Inglot
3. KIKO Milano
4. A-England

Brands 5 free:

1. Catrice
2. Essence
3. Obsessive Compulsive
4. Zoya
5. Sante (despite certified products, the polishes are not eco-certified and even contain silicones. Sante disappointed me here.)
6. Chanel
7. spa ritual
8. uslu airlines
9. Givenchy
10. The Organic Pharmacy
11. Dance legend
12. Sophin

6 free

These nail polishes are also paraben-free, but some brands at this stage are starting to write everything they want on the “does not contain” list:

• animal ingredients (the first time I hear that the varnish could contain them!),
• heavy metals
• alcohol (considering the composition of varnishes, alcohol is definitely harmless there. Yes, and the nail plate is degreased before coating, usually with alcohol, so this is pure marketing)

Brands 6 free:

1. Nails Inc NailPure line (indicate the absence of alcohol and animal ingredients)
2. Mavala (no animal ingredients or heavy metals)
3. Pacifica (no animal ingredients) The brand is sold on Iherb.

7-free

1. CND Shellac ( methyl ethyl ketone (MEK)-free)
2. Ella+Mila
3. Jessica

8-free

10-, 11-, 12-free

10-, 11-, 12-free is already pure marketing. Brands want to show that there is simply nowhere more natural. Most often, fragrances, nano-particles, various preservatives and even sugar with gluten get on the list) I entered these brands in a separate list, although, in my opinion, they could have been included in 8 -free, in the company of quite good varnishes)

Brands 10 free:

1. 100% Pure (no fragrances or animal ingredients)
2. Kure Bazaar (no nano-particles, critical benzophenone preservatives 1 and 3, Styrene is a synthetic polymer found in most previous polishes that gives durability)
3. Orly Breathable and the standard line of varnishes (claiming to be 12 and 13free, actually 9 and 10free. No animal ingredients, gluten and MEHQ / HQ and MIT - what it is, I could not find out)

Water-based varnishes

Water-based nail polishes are an alternative to traditional nail polishes. The compositions are as simple as possible - water, dyes (often these are mineral pigments) and polymers, for durability. Judging by the reviews, such varnishes just lack durability, they break off on the very first day. I would like to try them to see the quality for myself. Here are the most popular representatives of alternative varnishes:

1. Acquarella
2. Suncoat Girl (available on Iherb)
3. Honeybee Gardens (noted to contain synthetic dyes)

Like color cosmetics, natural nail polishes are an emerging field. I really hope that science will find a worthy natural alternative to traditional varnishes!

There are a lot of nail polishes in stores. What to look for when buying, so as not to be disappointed? First of all, in the store before buying, carefully consider the nail polish and pay attention to the following:

• Lacquer density. A varnish of good consistency should not be thick or liquid, it should lay down well, not create stripes. Lift the brush over the neck of the vial: a drop should fall from it after about 5 seconds.
• tassel. It should be long, moderately wide, elastic, but soft. The key to convenient application of varnish is the villi of the same length, which, when you press the brush, open on the nail in an even fan.
• Bottle. Let's not quibble: the shape of the bottle and its size do not play a major role when choosing a varnish. However, professionals who have been working with varnishes for a long time are advised to choose bottles of a simple cylindrical shape. The varnish in them does not settle on the walls and mixes easily.
• Color and Effects. What shades and effects modern industry has not come up with! And matte, and mother-of-pearl, and shimmer, and glossy, and enamel, and glowing in the dark, and "polka dots", and with a cracking effect ... Fashion changes every season, and manufacturers always offer something new and ultra-modern.
• Durability of nail polish. The average "lifespan" of the lacquer coating on the nails, subject to the use of the base and top, is 3-5 days. If the varnish lasts less, then it is not worth your attention, but if it lasts longer, then this is a long-lived varnish. It is also important how the paint comes off: a high-quality coating does not break off in pieces, but gradually grinds off along the edge.

Health Safety and Benefits of Nail Polish

The varnish should not spoil the nails, that is, after using it, the nail plate should not turn yellow, peel, thin, etc. Lacquer must contain healthy ingredients for nails. Alas, there is no varnish “for nail growth”, because this growth can only be influenced from the inside. But to strengthen the nail plate, prevent delamination and breaking off of nails - a good varnish is capable of this. Therefore, in addition to nitrocellulose, resins, solvents and other chemicals, without which no nail polish can exist, responsible manufacturers introduce caring components into its composition: ceramides, proteins, calcium, silk fibers, etc.

Unwanted Components nail polishes also have: toluene, formaldehyde, aniline dyes, camphor, aspartame. In small quantities, of course, they cannot harm health, but the use of varnishes with these substances is not recommended for pregnant women.

So what is the best nail polish to buy?

So, the range of varnishes is so great that even experts cannot afford to consider all the popular and high-quality samples. In our rating, we presented only a small part of good nail polishes that can be safely recommended for purchase. Good luck choosing!

Well-groomed nails are one of the most important components of the image of a beautiful lady. To keep your nails in order, you can visit the master regularly. However, this is far from a cheap procedure, and not everyone can find time. Therefore, you have to take care of the beauty of your hands yourself. Rating (TOP-15 of the best products from well-known companies) will help you buy the right nail polish. In addition to the opinions of customers, when compiling the review, the following list of characteristics was taken into account:

• trademark;
• consistency;
• variety of colors;
• texture (matte or glossy);
• consumption of the composition;
• speed of polymerization;
• the presence of harmful substances in the varnish formula;
• resistance;
• difficulty of removal;
• conditions of use (for home or professional use).

If you are at a loss with the choice of nail cosmetics, you should listen to what the specialist will advise.

How to choose nail polish

Like any product, gel polish has certain selection criteria:

• resistance to mechanical damage and exposure to liquid media. The longer the coating retains a neat appearance, keeps without chips and cracks, the better;
• ease of application. It is determined by the consistency of the varnish, as well as the configuration and length of the brush. This is also important for professionals, as the work goes faster and the coverage is more uniform. As for the consistency, it is important that the varnish does not spread over the entire nail;
• speed of polymerization. The optimal time is from 2 to 4 minutes. It is quite difficult for novice masters to work with quick-drying compositions, so it is important to observe the measure;
• ease of removal;
• variety of textures and shades;
• safe composition. The liquid must not contain toxic impurities (toluene, rosin, formaldehyde). It is welcomed if vitamins and useful organic additives are present in the formula of nail cosmetics. A good varnish serves not only as a decorative coating, but also as a protective layer;
• shelf life. Expired products not only lose their useful properties, but can also damage the nail. This is especially true for sales lovers. Often, stores try to sell expired products at “fabulous discounts”, so you need to be careful;
• tassel. It should be of a comfortable length, with an elastic pile of the same length. It is important that you feel comfortable working with her. For example, some people like wide products that cover the entire width of the nail with varnish. Others, on the contrary, consider it not very convenient.

Fashion shades

The fashionable color palette of varnishes this year is surprisingly diverse. In addition to bright colors (red, coral, shades of green), the list of favorites included natural nude shades, as well as milky and pale pink colors. Among lovers of unusual solutions, metallic colors and stylish gray are popular.

The best nail polishes

Varnishes from the famous Maybelline company are distinguished by a brush of a convenient shape and length, so it is applied very easily. To make the nails look beautiful and attractive, it is enough to apply the composition in 1 layer. An important advantage of the products is a combination of excellent quality and reasonable price. The polish dries quickly and stays on well. The manufacturing company claims that the polymerization time does not exceed 1 minute. Practice shows that this is not a hoax. The line is represented by a variety of tones: shimmer, acid, nude and glossy. The composition of the chemical formula of the varnish does not contain such harmful substances as formaldehyde and toluene. They are packaged in 7 ml bottles.

Advantages:

• rich palette of shades;
• comfortable brush of optimal width;
• uniform application. Bubbles and bald spots do not form on the surface of the nail;
• low price;
• fast polymerization;
• convenient use. An excellent result can be achieved even in the absence of manicure skills. The line also includes self-leveling products;
• sustainability. Super resistant varnish lasts approximately 5 days;
• easy removal with special formulations.

Disadvantages:

• too fluid texture. The surface of the nail is not leveled;
• varnishes of light shades must be applied at least 2 layers;
• sometimes the cap is unscrewed without capturing the brush.

The main secret of the popularity of Essie products is, first of all, excellent quality. It is used both at home and in professional salons. The coating does not crack, retains its original appearance for a long time. A convenient brush allows you to take exactly as much varnish as you need for a beautiful manicure.

• comfortable brush;
• a large selection of shades;
• optimal consistency;
• durability.

• high price;
• the need for two layers.

Natural varnish with argan oil in the composition. Its main advantage is a safe composition, without rosin, phthalates, formaldehyde and toluene. Argan oil helps to improve the growth of the nail plate, saturates the nail with useful substances. Varnishes are packaged in 8 ml glass bottles. The color is clearly visible, the tone is uniform. Balls are placed inside the bottle for effective shaking of the pigment. The brush is of medium length, somewhat rounded. The width is chosen so that 2-3 applications are enough to completely cover the nail.

Advantages:

• pleasant color scheme;
• fast drying;
• there is a smell, but not very strong;
• ease of use;
• ideal consistency;
• very easy and fast removal.

Cons: low durability. Even the fixer doesn't help. If the liquid is a light shade, it must be applied twice. So you can't save money.

OPI

Due to the ease of use and excellent quality, OPI products are often used in professional salons. The varnish protects the nail plate from chips and scratches. At the same time, its composition is completely safe. Natural nails do not suffer from coating at all. Manicure remains attractive throughout the week.

Advantages:

• ease of use;
• comfortable texture;
• long service life;
• comfortable wide brush.

• the tool is far from cheap;
• wasteful spending. One coat is not enough.

Jessica is a popular US brand that has been successfully competing in the market for over 40 years. In addition to classic varnishes, the company offers shellacs, pedicure cosmetics and nail care kits. The main thing the company focuses on is the combination of product efficiency and safety. The composition is easy to apply, durable. At the same time, he takes care of the nail plate, and does not damage it.

Advantages:

• reasonable price;
• nice coverage;
• security;
• nice smell;
• resistance;
• fast polymerization;
• nice color range.

No deficiencies found.

This line of products from TM Masura includes varnishes that imitate the radiance of real gems. The effect is magnificent and completely different if the coating is viewed from different angles. All varnishes are packaged in bottles with a capacity of 11 ml. To create a unique pattern, you will also need a magnet (you can use a branded one: Masura also produces them). There are such varieties of this product:

• "Blue Stars" - imitation of aquamarine. When creating a magnetic effect, overflows of a turquoise hue are formed. The surface of the nails resembles a bottomless space. To achieve a deeper shade, the varnish is applied to a black or white substrate.
• "Red Square Nebula" - a combination of reddish-terracotta overflows with pinkish-golden holographic particles;
• "Supernova" - sand-orange varnish with golden tints.

This is far from a complete list. There are other options with no less bewitching names: Amethyst of Love, Cat's Eye, White Quartz, Perfect Emerald, Golden Aventurine. Such a manicure is good on its own, but it also looks great as a basis for design.

Advantages:

• Beautiful colors;
• the coating polymerizes in 5 minutes, without requiring any additional drying agents;
• acceptable price;
• safe composition;
• lasts about 5 days.

Cons: Not always available.

The Magnifique (“Magnificent”) collection fully justifies its name. Basically, the collection is focused on young girls. Pleasant shades, convenient bottle (13 ml) of elegant design - you can feel the romance and charm of Paris in everything. Medium length brush, very comfortable to use. If you apply the composition along with the base and top coat, the manicure retains its original attractiveness for a week.

Advantages:

• fast drying;
• the effect of leveling small flaws in the nail;
• comfortable brush;
• optimal consistency;
• high level of durability, especially when used with base and top coat.

Products from a Russian company. Lacquer combines reasonable cost with excellent quality. The composition lays down evenly, does not form stripes, has a slight effect of leveling the nail plate. Due to the optimal texture and rich color, the coating is smooth even with a single application. The tassel is short and rounded (a characteristic of premium products). However, the 2-3 week durability of the product claimed by the company is not true. On the third or fourth day, the coating begins to chip off.

Advantages:

• professional quality;
• relatively low cost;
• economical spending. Enough 1-layer application of the product;
• comfortable brush;
• simple removal.

Disadvantages:

• varnish is unstable;
• long polymerization (about half an hour);
• sometimes bubbles form during application.

The beauty of women's fingers is the purpose of any decorative varnish. However, the main concept of TM Mavala is that true beauty is based on health. Therefore, all products of this company have a safe composition. The special chemical formula makes the nail polish breathable. The nail plate receives the right amount of air, even if the varnish is applied in several layers. Nail cosmetics do not contain rosin, nickel, formaldehyde and toluene. The manicure is beautiful, retains a rich shade for a long time.

Advantages:

• versatility. The decorative coating adheres well to any base, quickly polymerizes;
• a special formula that prevents thickening of the product;
• natural composition;
• "breathable" coating texture;
• convenient 5 ml bottle, allowing you to use the liquid completely;
• brush of optimal length and shape;
• the possibility of using both natural and extended nails;
• fast polymerization;
• professional quality manicure at home;
• varied color palette.

The Nail Atelier collection from Vivienne Sabo has 44 different shades. Feature of production - gel effect. You get a lasting manicure without using a lamp for curing. Top coat with a unique composition provides a luxurious gloss and volume effect. At the same time, the varnish is very convenient to use. Each shade has its own brush configuration. The coating not only does not damage the natural nail, but also reliably protects it from external influences. The liquid is packaged in 12 ml bottles with an unusual vintage design. Thanks to acrylic resins, the coating dries very quickly. The varnish does not contain such harmful substances as toluene and formaldehyde.

The unique rubber-based lacquer provides perfect coverage already in one coat. The product is packaged in 15 ml bottles. In production, only European raw materials are used, which fully comply with all quality standards. Alvin D'or is a huge assortment where every woman can choose a product that meets her taste needs. There are hundreds of different shades in the collection.

• Sun Gold ADN-64 - a line that includes 17 tones. The lacquer contains microshimmer in the form of tiny particles that give an unsurpassed radiant effect;
• Chameleon Rainbow ADN-66. As part of the coating - small foil flakes that create iridescent overflows;
• Chrome mirror ADN-63 - nail art polish with reflective particles;
• Salon Expert - a line of 60 shades. Liquids are easy to apply, and the fingers remain attractive for about 10 days;
• ADN-41 is a line created for fans of the classic style in nude shades, specially created for French manicure.

A shellac-effect product that, unlike the classic gel polish, polymerizes without the use of a special lamp. In the manufacture of the product, special technologies were used, thanks to which a rich shade is combined with a glossy sheen. The coating is easily removed with a special liquid. In total, the collection has 46 shades.

Advantages:

• a varied tint palette;
• comfortable brush;
• optimal vial capacity;
• Beautiful design;
• creamy texture. When applied, the varnish does not spread;
• fast polymerization without the use of additional agents.

Minus: cosmetics do not differ in durability. The weekly period stated by the manufacturers is not true.

An innovative product from the American brand Sally Hansen. It dries in just a minute and provides beautiful coverage thanks to the convenient rounded brush. The color of the cap and lacquer match, which allows you to make an unmistakable choice.

• deep, rich colors;
• fast drying;
• low price.

• too long brush;
• some shades stain the natural nail.

Orly

Orly products are traditionally considered high quality. The line includes a huge number of color options. Already after the first layer, the nails look very attractive and bright. The collection includes both matte and glossy finishes. Thanks to the optimal consistency, it is very convenient to use the composition. Just a few minutes - and the nails are in perfect order. The brush is thin and comfortable, it is very comfortable to apply the composition on the nails. The coating stays on the surface for about a week without requiring replacement.

Advantages:

• comfortable brush with an ergonomic shape;
• bright colours;
• rich palette of shades;
• strength;
• convenient packaging;
• safe composition.

There is only one drawback: the high price.

Using Cosmake decorative varnishes, you can easily do a manicure yourself, spending a minimum of time on nail care. Product benefits include:

• resistance of the coating to external influences;
• hypoallergenic formula. The only contraindication to the use of products is individual intolerance to the components;
• wide color palette;
• fast polymerization;
• brush of optimal width and configuration;
• optimal consistency that allows you to evenly distribute the varnish on the surface of the nail.

No obvious deficiencies have been identified.