We evaluate the best gel polishes

Selecting the appropriate gel polish can significantly impact the outcome of a gorgeous and durable manicure. It may seem overwhelming to choose the best option for your needs given the abundance of options available.

We’ll examine some of the best gel polishes on the market and emphasize what makes each one unique in this guide. We have everything you need, whether you’re searching for brilliant colors, toughness, or simple application.

Together, we will explore the world of gel polishes and select the ideal shade for your upcoming manicure.

Brand	Key Features
Gelish	Long-lasting, vibrant colors, easy application
OPI	Rich pigmentation, durable finish, wide range of shades
CND Shellac	No chipping, smooth texture, quick curing time
Essie Gel Couture	Glossy finish, no base coat needed, long wear
Sally Hansen Miracle Gel	Affordable, no UV lamp required, easy removal

Selection criteria

Gel polish is a type of nail varnish that combines the qualities of gel and varnish. All products operate on the same principle, yet they can differ greatly in how they perform.

The following factors have an impact on the layer’s homogeneity and coating durability:

• consistency. Too liquid products "streak" and require application in 2-3 layers, especially for unsaturated colors. Dense ones lay down in an even layer, but are difficult to distribute;
• brush. Too long a brush seems uncontrollable. The uniformity of the pile also plays a role – hairs sticking out to the sides spoil the quality of the manicure;
• durability. Durability depends on the composition. The average indicator, which is normal, is 2 weeks, but some coatings do not withstand this period, no matter how well the master prepares the plate.

We will construct our review on the basis of the first three points, but we will also include a few more significant aspects of choice:

• smell. For girls who prefer to do their manicure at home, this criterion may not be the most important – once every 2-3 weeks you can tolerate it, but for masters who work with dye every day, this is important;
• allergy.Allergy is a common phenomenon, but it occurs not on gel polish as a whole, but on a specific component of the composition. Let"s check the compositions and identify the presence of allergens. Do not forget that allergic reactions can be caused by individual characteristics of the body even on safe components, so the absence or presence of allergies can only be accurately identified empirically;
• cost. The price of gel polishes can vary by tens of times, but expensive luxury products are not affordable for everyone, and too cheap ones cause concern. The average, comfortable price for masters is 400-600 rubles. per bottle.
• palette. Let"s see how rich the imagination of manufacturers is in terms of color, because the more shades, the more picky customers can be pleased. Let"s take the threshold of 150 shades as a guide.

We’ll rate each option on a seven-point scale, with 1 being the worst and 7 being the best.

Points will be awarded in accordance with our thorough evaluation of the product and its adherence to the aforementioned standards:

• consistency – medium thickness – 1 point, other – 0 points;
• brush – medium, without protruding or falling out hairs with a smooth cut – 1 point, other – 0 points;
• durability – from 3 weeks – 1 point, the rest – 0;
• smell – odorless – 1 point, other – 0;
• allergenicity – no allergenic components – 1, other – 0;
• cost – up to 600 rubles – 1 point, more than 600 – 0;
• palette. From 150 – 1 point, less than 150 – 0.

We award 0.5 points for situations that are unclear.

Beautix

Products from Beautix have recently gained popularity, despite the brand’s 2014 Russian debut. The gel polishes from the manufacturer fall under the "premium" category, which sets the price at 890 ₺ in the official online store.

• Consistency – medium thickness.
• Durability – from 3 weeks.

Medium-length brush with no hair sticking out. Fakes and factory defects are the exception.

Beautix gel polishes have no smell because of their unique formula. More than 200 shades are available in the brand’s palette. Although the palette is updated continuously, this indicator is not the highest. Trendy shades go on sale very quickly.

With the exception of their high cost, Beautix gel polishes fulfill all requirements, earning them a final score of six.

PNB

Professionals looking for high-quality products at a reasonable price should consider PNB. Because each gel polish is highly pigmented, even a single layer of coating is thick. medium-length brush. Every PNB product, including gel polishes, has a safe 7free composition, which means it doesn’t smell bad or trigger allergies.

• Consistency – thick, viscous, self-levels well.
• Palette – 350+ shades, plus limited collections with trendy shades are regularly released.
• Durability – up to 4 weeks.
• Brush – moderate length.

8 milliliters retailed for 451 ₺.

PNB gel polishes receive a rating of seven out of seven.

OPI

OPI products don’t require advertising because the company has gained the unwavering affection of masters everywhere. However, the products’ price range is significantly higher than average—it starts at 800 ₽ for slow-moving shades and goes up to over 1,000 ₽ for popular colors—such as Beautix. More than 180 shades with varying saturation and density are included in the palette. If the application technology is used correctly, the opi coating is worn for at least three weeks.

• The products do not have a pronounced odor and do not include hazardous components.
• Allergic reactions from using the OPI brand have not been identified.
• The brush is elastic, medium length – comfortable for application.

Because OPI is one of the most often counterfeited brands, exercise caution when selecting a vendor.

One point deducted for the pricey item. 6 is the final rating.

CND

CND is a prominent player in the gel polish industry. The invention of the Shellac product, which rocked the nail industry a few years ago, helped it become more well-known. Although there is less interest in shellac these days, CND is still a top brand even though gel polishes cost roughly 1,000 ₺.

A medium-sized, smoothly-cut brush.

Very little smell. Not a single instance of allergy. If the application technology was used, the coating lasts for three to four weeks.

Once more, six points; one less for being too expensive.

Bluesky

Bluesky is a budget that exemplifies our choice. A bottle of gel polish can cost between 120 and 250 ₺ depending on the location. Some select Bluesky because it offers a clear price advantage. The cause is the increased likelihood of allergies. There are further concerns about the strong smell.

Durability: four weeks or longer.

Gel polishes are thick, but two layers must be applied for even painting.

The brush’s level of convenience varies depending on the product; some batches have nice, comfortable brushes, but occasionally the brush is uncontrollable. With over 300 shades, the palette is vast and updated on a regular basis.

Two points are deducted for the allergens and odor, and five points are deducted for the brush’s inconsistent application and mediocre pigmentation. Four points overall.

E.Mi

The masters emphasize the company’s primary benefit, which is pigmented light shades. For a French manicure, E.mi’s white gel polish is frequently suggested because it applies color densely in a single coat.

• Price for 1 bottle 600-800 ₽.
• The brush is soft, moderately thin, well paints hard-to-reach places near the side rollers.
• Unobtrusive smell.
• Durability from 2 weeks.

However, the density of the gel polish varies depending on the color; red, for instance, does not level at all, while black is well leveled. Allergy cases have not been reported. The color palette is vast, containing over 150 shades.

E.Mi gel polishes receive six points. The product’s fluctuating consistency is deducted by 0.5, and the price range is also deducted because some gel polishes fall within the 600 ruble range.

Kinetics Shield

Expert gel polishes produced in Latvia. Despite the fact that the company has been in business for more than five years, they have only lately become popular among masters. High pigmentation is an advantage. Even in a single layer, the coating is thick.

However, the brush is poor quality—for a novice. Because of its dense packing, "maneuverability" is diminished. Hairs peek out from time to time because the cut is uneven.

• Durability is 2-3 weeks.
• There is practically no smell. The palette includes more than 200 shades.
• Retail price – from 450 to 900 ₽, so we will rate it at 0.5.
• Minus 1 for the brush.

Kinetics Shield receives a score of five points.

Nano Professional

Both at home and in salons, Safe Nano Professional gel polishes work well. The price is attractive for high-quality products, 500–600 ₺ per bottle. There are inquiries concerning the shades themselves; certain, particularly light hues, are striped and require three layers of application. Bright colors that are pigmented are also balanced out and do not "stripe" after just one application.

It’s not very convenient to use the brush. Long, and because it doesn’t open up like a "fan," it doesn’t paint the cuticle area well.

The product is odorless, and its composition contains no allergens. It easily lasts up to a month with careful wear, although the manufacturer only guarantees two weeks of use. With over 150 shades, the palette is pleasing to the eye.

We deduct one point for the brush and an additional 0.5 for inconsistent consistency. 5.5 points overall.

TNL

Salons seldom ever use TNL gel polishes. Some consumers view products that are too inexpensive as untrustworthy, and others believe that a 200 ruble price is too high. One clear disadvantage of TNL is the possibility of allergies. The scent is faint and only detectable when in close proximity to the bottle.

The brush paints well and has a medium length and width. Its cut is a little uneven at times, so inspect it thoroughly before purchasing.

There are concerns regarding the coating’s quality; you must become accustomed to applying TNL gel polishes uniformly. Certain colors, like white, don’t match up or roll down on a nail plate that has been prepared.

• Resistance 2 weeks minimum.
• There are many flowers – more than 150.
• Minus 1 for allergic, and 0.5 for consistency and brush. Bottom line – 5 points.

Solomeya

Although inexpensive gel polishes are still relatively new, you can now frequently find them on the shelves of both physical and online retailers. The primary benefit is a cozy brush that applies gel polish evenly and paints well.

Although the colors are pigmented, some of the shades are not the best; milk, for instance, only applies evenly in two to three layers. The gel polish spreads over two to three weeks.

There is information about allergies related to solomeya on certain recipient websites; however, the product’s composition is safe, with all potentially harmful ingredients substituted with reliable alternatives. The odor is typical, somewhat overpowering.

Although the palette is still small, it is always being replenished. There are currently a little over 100 shades available.

• Cost – up to 500 ₽.
• The palette is small, so minus 1, we also take away 0.5 for the pigmentation of a number of shades and reviews about allergies.
• Total – 5 points for Solomeya gel polishes.

Patrisa Nail

The company sells gel polishes in two and three phases. It is unexpected that there is such a disparity in the quality of these two categories; single-phase products tend to get more bad and inconsistent reviews. As with all previous brands, we will consider three-phase gel polish for the sake of objectivity in the review.

Brand Patrisa Nail is reasonably priced. A bottle costs about 300 ₽ on average.

The brush opens easily to apply gel to the cuticle and is flat and straight. While there are no streaks when the color is applied evenly, some shades need to be applied in two layers.

If all the procedures prior to the color coating were carried out properly, it will not chip or peel for two to three weeks.

There isn’t any information regarding allergies, and the composition is generally good with no highly allergenic ingredients found. Gel polishes smell strongly of chemicals at the same time. About 200 shades are included in the palette.

Patrisa Nail loses one point for the odor and a half a point for some failed colors that needed to be applied in two layers. 5.5 is the final score.

Option

The company makes cuticle oils, gel polishes, liquids, and gel polishes that are hypoallergenic for manicures. "Organic" three-phase gel polishes are inexpensive; a shade costs no more than 300 ₽ when bought via the official website.

• Consistency – dense, but the gel polish is applied well, so we will give 0.5 points;
• Brush – medium length, moderately thick, smooth;
• Durability – 3-4 weeks;
• Smell – absent;

With the potential to grow to 100 colors, the palette is currently limited to roughly 50 shades. The company uses organic dyes, and mixing them is difficult, which accounts for the limited color palette.

Gel polishes "Option" receive 5.5 points overall.

Beauty-Free

The Beauty-Free line of gel polishes is appropriate for both personal and professional use. In addition to releasing limited and seasonal lines of gel polishes, the palette boasts over 160 shades.

• Cost – up to 300 ₽;
• Consistency – usually medium density, but some shades are a bit runny;
• Brush – smooth, tightly packed;

If the technology is applied correctly, gel polish applies smoothly and lasts for two to four weeks on the nails. Safe compositions: although the products are safe, they are not hypoallergenic. When one gets close to the bottle’s neck, the smell is hardly detectable.

Out of seven possible points, the total is 6.5.

Lianail

The middle-priced gel polishes from the same manufacturer as Beauty Free are meant for professional use. Their ability to contain even the most pigmented shades sets them apart, but they also leave the nail plate unstains.

• The price per bottle ranges from 300 to 450 ₽.
• Consistency – medium density;
• The brush is comfortable, flexible, opens well like a fan and does not “lose” hairs during work;

Lianil gel polishes are classified as 9-free, meaning they don’t contain any ingredients that may cause allergies. The gel polish has hardly any smell because the composition doesn’t contain any harsh ingredients.

Gel polishes, when combined with the brand’s base, do not peel or chip for three to four weeks. With different base coats, the outcome is unpredictable. With over 200 shades, there is a palette for every taste.

UNO

A professional line of nail art, manicure, and pedicure supplies single-phase and three-phase gel polishes in eight, twelve, and fifteen milliliter volumes. The palette is broad, ranging from delicate pastel and nude to bright neon, with roughly 200 shades of varying saturation and density.

The brush is usually good, dense, and even, but because the brand is frequently faked, there’s a good chance you’ll come across a "torn" brush, which is a sign of a fake.

• Consistency – dense;
• Smell – absent;
• The compositions are safe – all products are made according to European standards.

The cost can range from 300 to 800 ₽, depending on the location and shade. UNO gel polish does not break down during the necessary 2-4 weeks.

All things under the brand get six points, deducted for having a thick consistency.

Haruama

One of the most extensive selections, with over 1,500 distinct shades of gel polish to choose from. The addition of berry, flower, and fruit flavors to coatings, which enhances user experience, is another intriguing development in Haruama.

• Density-average, requires application in 1-2 layers;
• The brush is dense, even, does not pour;
• Resistance for 3-4 weeks, and the manufacturer frankly states that in tandem with flower beds from Haruama you can use the base and the magnificent of any manufacturer.
• The price does not go beyond 600 rubles.

It was not possible to determine the gel virts’ composition. The official website does not provide any information about the components, only stating that the products have passed certification.

We deduct 0.5 points, or 6.5 points, for the composition’s secrecy.

Results

There are no clear-cut products, and each has pros and cons of its own, as the final evaluations demonstrate. Make sure to examine the gel polishes from the brands that are offered in more detail. You can find a coating that works well for you by experimenting.

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Our assessment of the best gel polishes takes into account factors like overall value for money, color vibrancy, durability, and ease of application. To assist you in selecting the ideal polish that not only looks amazing but also lasts longer and gives you that salon-quality finish at home, we’ve tested and compared leading brands.

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One comment on “We evaluate the best gel polishes”

Irina

It’s true that every brand has benefits and drawbacks of its own. You should look into ruNail products more closely; their camouflage UV gels are particularly good. Almost no smell and no allergies are present. Correct building up ensures that it doesn’t peel for a very long time. There are many options, and the colors are soft and organic. In any case, the quality is superb and the price is not too high when compared to the same Beautix.

A well-chosen gel polish can significantly improve the quality of your manicure or pedicure. The best products available offer a balance of quality and style, with durable formulas and bright colors. There is something out there that suits your needs, regardless of whether you’re a professional or just enjoy doing your own nails at home.

When choosing a gel polish, it’s critical to take durability, color selection, and application ease into account. Brands that constantly meet these requirements will save you time and aggravation and give you long-lasting, gorgeous nails.

The gel polish that gives you confidence and satisfaction with the outcome is ultimately the best. You are sure to find a product that fulfills your needs and improves your nail care regimen with the abundance of top-notch options at your disposal.

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