The best gel nail polishes according to user reviews

Neat nails are an indicator of a girl's well-groomed appearance, and the best gel nail polishes can provide them with a neat look that you will not have to be ashamed of. There are so many of them on the market for creating manicure for both professional and home use that it is very easy to get confused here. Our rating, which includes good funds from well-known firms in their niche, will help not to do this and speed up the process of choosing a purchase. This TOP is compiled on the basis of reviews and contains products with a solid color, glitter and other decor.

Which firm gel polish is better to buy

The selection available on the market abounds in funds from both domestic and foreign manufacturers. The following of the best manufacturers of gel polish for nails enjoy the greatest demand and trust:

• Bluesky - is known for producing universal formulations that combine both base and base coat. There are no cheap options, as well as very expensive ones.
• Kodi - a brand of cosmetics for professional and home use. The company participates in various exhibitions and conferences, and its products are in demand in Belarus, Russia, Latvia, Germany and a number of other countries. For regular customers, there is a cumulative discount.
• Oxxi Professional - the company specializes in the creation of goods for manicure and pedicure. In her lineup, colors are available, ranging from light to dark. Particularly noteworthy are coverings with decor (glitter, shimmer). The price for all compositions is approximately the same.
• OPI Products - one of the leaders among the largest manufacturers in the field of beauty, including the nail industry. The company has received numerous ABBIES (Beauty Association of America) awards and has its own patented technology. It differs from competitors by its rich color range and the obligatory annual collection renewal.
• Canni Is a company founded in 2007 that manufactures products for nail service. Its products are valuable in that they do not have an unpleasant odor, do not harm health and are used quite easily. The kit always comes with a professional and convenient brush.
• Lovely - these are materials for creating a beautiful premium manicure. They meet European quality standards, are safe for health, durable and economical to use.
• Hand & Nail Harmony - on the territory of Russia, the brand became famous for its high-quality line of gel polishes of Japanese production Gelish. It guarantees easy application with a brush, fast polymerization in UV and LED apparatus. Its products, with regular use, strengthen nails, reduce delamination and brittleness.
• Masura - the company has become very famous thanks to the line of BASIC gel polishes. It includes both one- and three-phase products in colors from white to black.
• TNL Professional Is a manufacturer of products for manicure and pedicure, including gel polishes. Among them there are both ordinary products and compositions with a 3D effect, glossy and matte coatings, various decor.
• RuNail - the gel polishes of this company are favorites for the ideal combination of price and quality. They are quite often chosen by manicurists. With them, the coatings are super-resistant, effective and natural.
• CND - this corporation became famous after the release of a series of well-reviewed Shellac gel polishes.The Asphalt line has been particularly successful. Her funds have a dense texture, fit perfectly on nails, and hold for a long time.

In our rating there are both premium-class firms and those operating in the middle price range.

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Rating of the best gel nail polishes

For both professional and home use, the quality of the product, the convenience and safety of its use, and the aesthetics of the effect obtained are very important.

When included in the rating of the best gel nail polishes, we relied on user opinions regarding the following characteristics:

• Whether the consistency is too liquid or thick;
• How pleasant the texture is;
• Is the color scheme beautiful;
• How quickly the composition is consumed;
• How long does the product dry on the nails;
• Are there any harmful substances in the formula;
• Is the coating difficult to remove;
• How smooth the finish is;
• How long the product lasts, its durability.

We also took into account whether it is easy to work with this or that gel polish, as well as its purpose - for use at home and / or in beauty salons.

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The best single phase gel polishes

In this category, the winners were 3 good gel polishes according to customer reviews, which they like because of the value for money.

Bluesky Shellac Color, 10ml

It is not just one varnish, but a series of more than 20 positions. There are colors from white to black, and each of them has a different saturation. Glitter coatings deserve special attention. They lie on the nails in an even layer, without roughness, as if creating a 3D effect. The advantages of these options include good density, high-quality brush included, fast setting and long-lasting effect. Moreover, the price for the products is quite adequate. For those who want to get several different products at a discount, you can buy a ready-made set.

The volume of Bluesky Shellac Color is slightly larger than that of some competitors, which is why funds are spent slowly. It is convenient to paint the nail plates with them. The only downside is that they need to be applied in 2-3 layers and it is quite difficult for an amateur to make a manicure with them - you will need a special lamp, a top coat and oil for processing cuticles.

Advantages

• Easy to use at home, despite its purpose;
• Rich color palette;
• It can be removed very easily even with the cheapest liquid;
• Dries quickly;
• Saturated color.

disadvantages

• Not found.

average price: 200 rub.

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Oxxi Professional, 8 ml

This is an example of relatively inexpensive and durable decorative coatings. The modern and safe formula provides all products with durability of up to 2 weeks or more. A not very thick and not too liquid consistency makes the application of the composition simple and comfortable, and a good density allows it to be limited to 1-2 layers and thereby save the composition. This also helps to control its consumption.

The manufacturer offers more than 50 of the best gel nail polishes in various shades, both pure and with micro-shine or glitter. It has three collections of Classic Collection, Magic Cat and Star Gel. Funds on the nails do not shrink, crack or chip. They have a normal odor, do not irritate the nasal mucosa, do not contain solvents and are sold in convenient packages.

Advantages

• Saturated colors;
• Density;
• Smoothness of the coating;
• Low prices;
• Low consumption.

disadvantages

• Not found.

With Oxxi professional, as the reviews show, both novice masters and professionals can handle it.

average price: 300 rub.

Canni cat's eye

This series will delight those who like beige, blue, pink and other shades. But with the decor it is difficult here - glitter and shine are difficult to find among them. The effect comes down to a beautiful shimmer, which looks especially interesting in the sun. The funds are packaged in neat jars, signed with numbers based on color.Together with them comes a soft and elastic brush that does not scratch the nails.

The plus is the presence of 38 shades of cat's eye in the Canni collection, which are distinguished by their richness and brightness. Among them there are beige, pink, blue, green, beige and red colors, so everyone can choose the option that suits them. In terms of cost, they are absolutely the same, which also affected the inclusion of gel polishes in the TOP of the best.

Advantages

• Fit well;
• Quite dense;
• Excellent covering ability;
• Convenient brush;
• Ideal in "sock", not picky.

disadvantages

• Opaque packaging;
• Sometimes it needs to be applied in three coats.

Canni cat eye gel polish is one of the most inexpensive polishes in our rating, but their quality does not fail.

average price: 250 rub.

The best permanent gel polishes

In this category, 4 very popular gel polishes are recognized as the best.

Kodi Base Top Gel

This is a combination of base and finish at an affordable price from a well-known American brand. The funds are positioned as professional, but can be safely used at home. With their help, nails are given a long-lasting glossy but natural shine. Thanks to the UV lamp, the varnish dries almost instantly. If necessary, it can be quickly removed with a special liquid, foil and an orange stick. The result, according to user reviews, lasts 2-3 weeks.

The coating cures in an LED lamp for no longer than 20-30 seconds, and this is a record in our rating. But it is recommended to choose it only for healthy, well-groomed nails that are not prone to brittleness. Otherwise, the varnish will last less in time. It is convenient to create even complex drawings with it. This is the leader of this TOP in terms of the amount of content in a container - 12 ml, its packaging is convenient, although not transparent.

Advantages

• Versatility of application;
• There are no problems with removal;
• There are no "chips";
• Low price;
• Does not require "filing" when removing;
• Considerable volume;
• Persistence.

disadvantages

• Large consumption of funds when using a "native" brush.

Average price: RUB 600

OPI Gelcolor

This is a combination of gels in 15 ml bottles of opaque material. Each of them dries in 30 seconds thanks to the auxiliary components in the composition. Reviews show that the manufacturer does not fail, promising the stability of the glossy coating within 3 weeks. Benefits include economical consumption due to its thick consistency. The color palette abounds in pink, blue, red shades.

If it is necessary to remove the nail polish, it is enough to spend 15 minutes on it. The peculiarity of this line of products is that there is no need to grind nails before applying them, which eliminates injury to the plate. Due to the absence of a large number of varnish components, the finished coating does not undergo chips and cracks, gives nails and fingers aesthetics, and lasts for 2-3 weeks.

Advantages

• Aesthetics of the coating;
• Beautiful colors;
• Lasting effect;
• Large volume.

disadvantages

• Consumption is difficult to control due to the opacity of the jar.

Judging by the reviews, OPI Gelcolor products got to the top of the best gel polishes because of the ratio of low price and acceptable quality.

average price: 1300 rub.

Lovely gel polish

In our rating of the best gel varnishes, these products compare favorably with competitors with their diverse palette, which has 12 shades. The range is very beautiful, it allows you to create completely different designs, both everyday and festive manicure. They are well pigmented, do not spread over the nails due to their non-liquid consistency and self-level on the surface. The set includes a comfortable, large and flat brush for even more even distribution of the varnish on the plate.

Gel polishes Lovely Gel Polish have a dense texture that allows you to apply it in 1-2 layers. But because of this, it takes a little longer than usual for the coating to dry, on average, up to 2-3 minutes. They are packaged in practical 12 ml rubber-top bottles.The presence of a color sticker on the cap significantly accelerates the search for the desired shade.

Advantages

• Gorgeous colors;
• Lay flat on the nails;
• Availability for sale;
• Large volume in vials;
• Convenience of packaging;
• Ease of use.

disadvantages

• It is difficult to find an analogue among the products of other manufacturers.

According to reviews, Lovely Gel Polish lasts a long time even without using a primer.

average price: RUB 500

Harmony gelish

This tool deserves the title of one of the best gel polishes in the TOP because of its practicality - it is equally easy to work with it for both a professional and an amateur. A manicure with such a coating looks impressive due to rich shades. The company has a choice of both plain colors and gradients. She even took care of creating products for the jacket. The designers of the company are clearly not indifferent to sparkles; this decorative element is also present in the collection.

Harmony Gelish takes into account fashion trends, which is confirmed by the abundance of colors - from white to black for spring, summer, winter, autumn. A pleasant moment is the standard, strictly fixed price for all variants from the series. They do not weigh down the nails, give a feeling of lightness, make them aesthetic and do not wear off for 3 weeks or more. The assortment includes 15 ml bottles, which is very rare for this market. After removing the composition, not even the slightest trace remains from it and the nails themselves do not deteriorate.

Advantages

• Variety of shades;
• Beautiful decor;
• Super durability;
• Ease of application;
• Quick rinsing when needed;
• Do not rub off under the influence of water and other factors.

disadvantages

• The price is high;
• It needs to be removed with a remover.

Harmony Gelish gel varnishes, judging by the photo, add visual volume to the nails, so they are ideal for owners of thin, small nail plates.

average price: 600 rub.

Best three-phase gel nail polishes

Among the many different options, only 4 turned out to be the most worthy for inclusion in this rating.

Masura Basic

The products of this series captivate by the availability of budget options with good quality. The choice in it is simply huge, both matte and glossy coatings are offered, which look beautiful on both short and long nails. Special attention should be paid to coatings with glitter and glitter, which create an interesting effect of the starry sky.

Masura gel varnishes are good for manicure specialists because of their undemanding nature - they are applied without any problems, last a long time, up to 3 weeks, and do not harm the nail plate. They are sold in opaque vials ranging from 3.5 to 35 ml, which is convenient for testing the composition in small quantities. The products are economical to use due to their low spreadability over the surface and dry quickly.

Advantages

• The assortment includes bottles with a capacity of 35 ml;
• Variety of designs;
• Practical packaging;
• Ease of application;
• Easy to remove;
• Giving the nails volume.

disadvantages

• Strong price difference for different products in one collection;
• There are very small volumes - 3.5 and 6.5 ml each.

Masur's many shades are duplicated in different volumes, which allows you to choose the most suitable one for yourself.

average price: 120 rub.

TNL Professional

The first thing that I want to note here is the rich color palette, there are pearlescent shades, and cat-eye coatings, and with a glitter effect. Gel polishes are really high quality, last for 2-3 weeks without chips and cracks. The joyful moment is the convenient brush in the set, with which you can easily tint the uncoated areas on the nails.

The texture of TNL Professional products is very dense, due to which it is excluded from spreading over the nail plate. It fits perfectly on the surface the first time. Gel polishes completely cover it, and when applied in two layers, the nail is completely invisible. The line includes options with glare, cold and dark shades - pink, yellow, blue.

Advantages

• Various colors;
• Not capricious, fits well;
• High density;
• Smooth finish;
• Large volume - 10 ml;
• Normal smell.

disadvantages

• The shade "butter" dries only under ice lamps.

TNL Professional gel varnishes have the best price-quality ratio.

average price: 190 rub.

RuNail Laque

It is the best choice for thin nails due to its dense texture and 3D effect. Outwardly, they look natural, the manicure is aesthetic, the products completely cover the plate at a time. Varnishes, judging by the reviews, are very persistent, do not wear out and do not wash off for a long time. They are sold in a large 10 ml bottle, which is enough for many times.

This company has good gel polishes due to their high quality and reasonable prices, they are widely known among manicurists. The products instantly level out on the nails, despite their high density, do not "frown" when dried under a lamp and are available in several colors. All of them are distinguished by brightness, saturation and originality. Beige, pink, black, blue are just some of the shades available in this series.

Advantages

• Colors on bottle caps;
• Lasts up to 3 weeks;
• Provides an even coverage;
• Saturated colors;
• Gives the nails a natural look.

disadvantages

• The consistency is slightly watery;
• At 3-4 coats, the durability is worse than with two.

In RuNail Laque, some colors may require three coats, which increases the consumption of gel polish and the time it takes to create a manicure.

average price: 230 rub.

Shellac asphalt

This gel polish is intended for lovers of calm manicure, without special decor - sparkles, gloss, mother of pearl. This line sells two types of shades - black and gray, but they look stylish and fresh. The product is practically odorless and harmless to health, it is not afraid of interaction with water, dries quickly and is flawless in wear.

According to reviews, Shellac Asphalt gel polish is the best due to the ease of application on nails using a convenient brush that comes with the kit. The quality leaves no doubt, the product is made in the USA and has been successfully tested by specialists. It is suitable for both home use and beauty salon use by professionals.

Advantages

• Hypoallergenic;
• The coating looks completely natural;
• Contains no harmful chemicals;
• It looks impressive;
• High resistance to moisture.

disadvantages

• Expensive;
• Small volume;
• There is no variety of colors.

average price: 900 rub.

Which good nail gel polish to choose

It is very important that it has an average consistency in density, does not spread over the nail and dries quickly. The result should be cured under a UV lamp for up to 2-3 minutes. The brush must be elastic to handle the edges, but also quite stiff, otherwise the product will splatter.

When choosing the right product from this rating of the best gel polishes, you should consider the following:

• If you want to save money and are looking for formulations with a variety of colors, then the Oxxi Professional 8 ml, Harmony Gelish and Lovely Gel Polish will suit your needs.
• Looking for options with a beautiful decor - choose something from the Bluesky Shellac Color 10ml, Masura BASIC or TNL Professional series.
• If you like the volumetric effect - pay attention to the offer of the Canni brand, gel polishes called "Cat's Eye".
• If you want to get a manicure for a long time, at least 3 weeks, take a look at OPI Gelcolor, Shellac Asphalt and RuNail Laque.
• Those looking for two in one (both base and finish), as well as fans of beautiful natural shine, will be pleased with products from Kodi Base Top Gel.

Summing up, it must be said that the best gel nail polishes can be worn for more than 2-3 weeks. The main indicator of their quality is the absence of cracks and chips on the surface for this period.