What Top Coat can do for your nails

Although many people still don’t know what it is, the fact is that it is certainly impossible to have a perfect manicure without it, I’m talking about the good and (favorite of the moment) top coat!! Okay, you still don’t know what it is?? Hmm… you definitely know, you just don’t connect the name to the person, since this is a relatively new product in our manicures, in fact, they are nothing more than finishers, which in addition to giving a finish, leaving the result more homogeneous , makes your nails shinier and prolongs the time the nail polish stays on your nails, and that’s not all, as it can also offer different effects, such as matte, glitter, pearlescent, etc. What we are going to show you here are some Top Coats and what they can do to make your nails even more beautiful.

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So, we have already seen that the Top Coat serves to protect the color, correct imperfections, dry and give a super shine to the enamel, as well as playing with different effects, in short, that it is not just a simple extra shine, since nowadays Today, there are many options that top coats offer, that is, that transparent coverage from other times, which was only applied over the enamel to boost the shine and help the color last longer, has gained numerous other functions, ranging from drying quick to special effects, including perfume.

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They can offer:

Matte/Matte Effect – They say that this top coat increases the durability of the nail polish.

Glitter Effect – The glitter top coat can be applied over any nail polish you choose, it immediately changes everything!

Holographic Effect – The holographic creates a film on the enamel that changes color according to the light.

3D effect – Gives an incredible depth effect to the nails.

Extra shine – It’s a more classic top coat, it increases shine and protects the enamel.

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How to use the top coat:

After your nails are ready (painted with the desired nail polish) apply a layer of Top Coat and wait just a few minutes to dry and leave your nails perfect! And ready!

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And among so many top coats (also known as ‘super shine coverage’) on sale in the market (perfumeries and supermarkets) we selected some of the best, although some can only be purchased abroad or in online stores:

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The Far Side of the Moon, BU

It leaves the base enamel with a darker tone, in addition to giving it a different shine, after all, it is a black “top coat”. Inside the bottle, a stainless steel ball helps mix the contents. Its brush is also different, with flat bristles that make application easier.

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‘Matte About You’ Finisher – Essie

Top coat with a matte finish, to be used after two layers of regular nail polish. Its formula is free of toluene and formaldehyde.

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Start To Finish Base Coat – O.P.I, Top Coat & Strengthener 3-in-1 Treatment OPI

This is a top coat to cover nails without nail polish, it works like a base top coat. If your nails are fragile, you can improve their appearance with the OPI 3-in-1 treatment. $12.95 at Ulta.com.

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Star Shine, Luxurious effect, Super Pearl

Composed of a set of hexagonal glitters, large and small, with a slightly toned, although transparent, coverage.

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Freedom Polymer Top Coat – Julep

It promises to leave your nails shining like diamonds.

Python, Bourjois

Despite being red in color, it is a “top coat” that provides an exclusive effect, reminiscent of the texture of snake skin, seen only after the product has completely dried. The cool thing is to use it to contrast with the nail polish used underneath, and the manufacturer’s recommendation is to use it with a yellow nail polish as a base.

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Scented coverage, Colorama

It offers different fragrances, super soft and colorless, and can be applied over any nail polish without changing the original color. Guarantees a sweet smell for up to five days.

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Nail experts, Avon

Glossy, quick-drying coverage that provides a mirror-like shine to the base polish.

2in1, Art Deco

Multifunctional coverage that can be used as a base and as an extra-shine.

Insta-Dri Anti Chip Top Coat – Sally Hansen

Keeps your nails beautiful for up to 10 days, even helping to resist chips, in addition to having high shine and the exclusive acrylic polymer complex that helps them dry in just 30 seconds. It also has a double UV filter that forms a shield against fading and discoloration.

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Silver Rain, Nati Pass

With special silver glitter particles, it has a colorless base and provides more shine on your nails.

Color-matt, Mavala

Coverage that leaves the base enamel with a matte and velvety finish, preventing the enamel from peeling easily.

Dry Fast Top Coat – Seche Vite

This top coat has a quick and dry top coat and is known worldwide as the best top coat for nails.