9 best gel polishes

What procedures and manipulations with their appearance do not have to go to always remain young, beautiful and attractive. Manicure is probably the most popular of them, it is made by all girls and women without exception. Some people trust their pens only to professionals and visit salons, others at home make care and create coverage at will.

Benefits of gel polishes

Manufacturers of beauty products do not tire us to surprise and develop innovative tools that can significantly make life easier for the fair sex. The invention of gel polish was one of them. What are its advantages compared with conventional means?

1. Durability. Gel polish keeps on the nails for 2 weeks or more, without losing the brightness of the color, does not peel off and is not erased.
2. Application quality. Unlike conventional varnish, a more intense and intense shade is obtained.
3. Strength. Even thin nails will become stronger and will not break after applying several layers of gel polish.
4. Fast drying. Thanks to the use of an ultraviolet lamp, the drying time is significantly reduced.
5. Glossy shine. The gel is ideal for lovers of perfectly smooth nails. Brilliant manicure looks elegant and will draw attention to its owner.
6. Lack of smell. Unlike conventional varnish, high-quality gel hardly smells and does not irritate the smell.

Gel polishes are of three types:

1. Single phase. The simplest option that many women choose to apply at home. Here there are only three actions: degreasing, applying a single layer and drying under the lamp.
2. Biphasic. The complex consists of a base and color coating.
3. Three phase. They include a base, decorative lacquer, a protective coating that gives a beautiful glossy shine to the nail.

To create the perfect manicure, you need to use only high-quality tools. Based on customer feedback and the opinion of professionals, it was these experts who selected many of the products on the modern beauty market and made the best gel polishes rating that will help you make a competent choice.

Top gel varnishes

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best cheap gel polishes	1	Gel lacquers Nova	350 ₽
	2	Gel varnishes haruyama	250 ₽
	3	Gel varnishes Uskusi	250 ₽
The best gel polishes in the middle price range	1	Uno gel polishes	490 ₽
	2	Gel varnishes Kodi Professional	520 ₽
	3	Vogue Nails Gel Polish	420 ₽
Top gel varnishes premium	1	SHELLAC CND	950 ₽
	2	Orly gel polishes	780 ₽
	3	Gel varnishes Uno Lux	690 ₽

The best cheap gel polishes

 

Recently, the low price has ceased to be an indicator of poor quality. And for quite affordable money you can buy effective care products. Gel polishes are no exception. Cheap options are offered by many modern brands. A huge color palette will allow you to create any artistic, even the most fantasy coating in the home. Such gels are not inferior to more famous and expensive fellows in durability and quality. Below we have presented the best of the budget.

 

Gel lacquers Nova

Rating: 4.8

 

A fairly young brand, which appeared on the Russian market, quickly gained popularity due to its products, which are of high quality and affordable for wide layers. Gel polishes create a magnificent resistant coating with a glossy shine, protect from external influences, do not fade in the sun, do not split.

They are developed according to the latest technologies, and only high-quality raw materials are used in their production. The harmlessness to the nails is proved by numerous tests.

A wide range of colors allows you to create any manicure: from a strict classic to a bright and bold. In the reviews, women noted the special resistance of the coating. When applied, the varnish does not spread, it is well distributed over the surface. The brush of medium thickness has a flat shape, it is very convenient to use.

 

Gel varnishes haruyama

Rating: 4.7

 

Recently, decorative tools of the Japanese brand have become very popular. Thanks to the positive reviews and affordable prices, we include HARUYAMA gel lacquers in the rating. The color palette is represented by more than 400 different hues with and without mother of pearl, with sparkles, holographic effect, of which any, the most demanding fashionista will select the desired tone.

Gel polishes are three-phase type, before applying a decorative color, you must use a base coat and finish with a protective top. The brush has a thick, smooth pile, well thought out shape. It paints well the entire surface of the nail.

Women were particularly highlighted light unobtrusive fragrance, high pigmentation of lacquers and quick convenient application, which even a beginner can create a perfect manicure. Affordable cost becomes a pleasant bonus to the purchase of these gel polishes.

 

Gel varnishes Uskusi

Rating: 4.6

 

Another representative of the Land of the Rising Sun, who, like HARUYAMA, appeared on the Russian market in 2014 and was highly appreciated by both ordinary customers and salon craftsmen. Ease of use makes it easy to achieve the desired result even at home.

Due to the inviscid consistency of medium thickness, the gel polish evenly falls, does not flow, has a good opacity and high pigmentation, in which only one application is enough to obtain a bright saturated color.

The main difference of products of this brand is a pleasant berry smell. Gels of the “Yoghurt” line are distinguished by a “tasty” strawberry-milky flavor. According to the reviews, the tool has a convenient brush that paints the nail well, does not touch the cuticle, even a non-professional will be able to apply a neat even coating.

 

The best gel polishes in the middle price range

 

We turn to the goods of the middle price category, which differ in the best ratio of quality and cost. Gel polishes have a greater resistance compared to budget funds. Manicure remains unchanged for up to 3-4 weeks. Trendy shades with different textures, effects and texture will allow you to cover any complexity and the wildest fantasies. In the rating were selected the best representatives of this category, which are used by manicurists and girls at home.

 

Uno gel polishes

Rating: 4.9

 

Professional UNO products have long been adopted by Russian customers, and today, in the arsenal of every woman of fashion there is gel varnishes of this brand. Having safe structure and a neutral smell, they are suitable for use to girls inclined to an allergy. 150 fashionable colors are presented in the palette: from calm pastel to bright with sparkles.

Thanks to the nutritional formula, the tool strengthens thin nails, prevents their splitting and brittleness. The high density of pigments makes it possible to paint a natural color the first time. After two depositions, no stripes are formed, the tool spreads evenly over the entire surface of the plate.

A dense brush with medium-sized hairs helps to paint the nail near the cuticle without smearing it. The bottle has a large volume, so that the gel is used for quite a long time.

Gel varnishes Kodi Professional

Rating: 4.8

 

Gel varnishes of the American brand KODI PROFESSIONAL, perhaps the most popular of the presented funds in the middle price category. The innovative formula does not have a sharp unpleasant smell, differs in safe components, is non-toxic, gives a beautiful durable coating without the formation of cracks and chips throughout the entire period of wear.

The colors presented in the palette with various effects will satisfy the most demanding taste. Non-viscous texture is well applied and distributed over the surface. The shade does not fade, the coating stays firmly under the influence of external factors, does not crack under mechanical stress.

The girls highlighted a comfortable brush that paints the entire nail plate with a minimum distance from the cuticle, as well as economical consumption due to the high density of pigments.

 

Vogue Nails Gel Polish

Rating: 4.7

 

Glossy and matte, without sparkles and mother of pearl, with a shimmer effect, classic or trendy shades are all gel polishes of the next VOGUE NAILS rating.

The varnish is convenient in use, when applied it is evenly distributed on the plate, does not bubble, does not leave streaks, dries quickly. The brush has an average width with fairly dense hairs, does not cause difficulties when used by beginners.

The stylish rose-shaped cover was marked with customers. Also, the durability of the socks was appreciated: the coating is kept for 3-4 weeks unchanged, as well as the very “talking” color names: Pandora's box, biscuit cake, firework sparks, marmalade slices, shyness, fireplace lights, Monte-Carlo, cappuccino, wedding waltz, thin veil, denim jacket.

 

Top gel varnishes premium

 

In the latter category, we present 3 premium products. They are used not only by professional masters in beauty salons, but also by girls who want to be sure of an excellent result when applying coatings at home. A rather high price depends not only on behalf of a well-known brand. It is caused by excellent product quality, maximum durability, safe formulations, pleasant smells and a variety of shades for every taste.

 

SHELLAC CND

Rating: 4.9

 

The favorite of professional masters SHELLAC CND is such a large variety of colors, effects and textures that you can get lost when choosing a shade. An innovative production technology has made it possible to create tools that are safe for the nail and the body as a whole, which are distinguished by pigment saturation, long-term wear, maximum protection from external influences.

The lacquer has almost no odor, it contains no toxic substances, so it can be used by allergy-prone women. A medium density lint brush perfectly stains the nail. The gel does not spread, does not form strips. One application is enough to get an intense shade.

For best results, the decorative tool is recommended to use with a proprietary base and protective coatings.

 

Orly gel polishes

Rating: 4.8

 

Incredible effects and bright shades will give you the following gel varnish of the American brand ORLY, included in the rating. It reliably protects the thin nail from damage and delamination, strengthens the nutritional components from the inside. When worn, external factors are prevented: the coating does not crack, does not fade.

Means comfortable when applied. The consistency of medium density is distributed over the entire surface, does not stain the cuticle. The convenience of the brush was highlighted by salon masters and users.

According to the respondents, ORLY produces one of the best lines for French manicure among the brands of its level. Also, the simple and smooth removal of the coating, the economical use of one bottle and the absence of a strong odor were noted.

 

Gel varnishes Uno Lux

Rating: 4.8

 

The UNO LUX brand represents premium-class decorative cosmetics. Gel polishes are distinguished by a high density of pigments, duration of wearing, and a therapeutic effect. The coating remains bright and intact for up to 4 weeks. The palette is represented by a variety of shades that are included in 14 collections designed for the most sophisticated fashionistas.

The gel is comfortably applied with a convenient brush with a pile of medium density, self-leveling on the surface of the nail, not numb on the cuticle.

A large bottle allows you to spend a longer time. The volume is ideal for use in beauty salons. Reviews of women using the gel at home, talking about high quality, good consistency, comfortable application and removal of a special tool without using files.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.