The best gel nail polishes 2022

Gel polishes have been in the top of popularity among fashionistas for several years now. One application is enough and you can flaunt a flawless manicure without chips and fading of the shade for up to 3 weeks. We will tell you how to choose the right gel nail polishes, what are the best new products on the market in 2022, and what you need to pay attention to in order to keep the nail plate healthy.

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BANDI gel nail polish

Gel polish from the professional Korean nail brand BANDI is distinguished by its high-quality composition. It is hypoallergenic and suitable for every woman without causing irritation, yellowing or delamination of the nail plate. Gel polish does not contain camphor, toluene, xylene and formaldehyde resins, but there are plant components that strengthen and heal nails. Separately, it is worth noting the most diverse palette (more than 150!) of shades – from bright to delicate pastels, with and without glitter. The durability of the coating is up to 3 weeks without a hint of chipping. For best results, gel polish is applied in 2 layers, after which each layer needs to be cured for 30 seconds in an LED lamp or 1 minute in a UV lamp. Gel polish is also very easy to remove.

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Top 9 best gel polishes of 2022 according to KP

1. Luxio Gel Nail Polish

LUXIO Gel Polish is a 100% gel that provides a strong, durable, beautiful coating, protects the nail from external damage and gives a bright glossy shine. In the range of more than 180 luxurious shades for every taste. When applied, gel polish does not smell, does not cause allergies. To quickly and safely remove gel polish, a special Akzentz Soak Off liquid is used – you can get rid of the old coating with it in 10 minutes.

Another advantage of the brand of gel polishes is a convenient four-sided brush with a flat shaft – it is comfortably held in the hand, and the gel polish itself does not drip or accumulate on the nail, does not stain the cuticle.

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2. Kodi gel nail polish

The main feature of Kodi gel polishes is an innovative rubber formula, thanks to which a dense and rich color of the coating is achieved with just two layers. The gel polish itself has an enamel texture, so it does not “streak” when applied and does not spread. The collection consists of 170 shades – from delicate classics, ideal for a jacket, to bright neon for rebellious youth. It is recommended to apply evenly in two thin layers with polymerization of each layer in a UV lamp for 2 minutes, in a LED lamp 30 seconds is enough.

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3. Masura Gel Nail Polish

Masura gel polishes are suitable both for use in professional salons and at home with the necessary equipment. The coating boasts high durability (at least 2 weeks), due to the thick consistency, the varnish lays down in a dense layer without bald spots. A large selection of colors and shades will help to translate into reality any fantasy regarding manicure. The composition of the gel polish is safe, does not contain aggressive chemical components, does not cause yellowing and delamination of the nail plate. Users note the absence of a pungent odor during application, but the coating is removed quite difficult and for a long time.

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4. Irisk gel nail polish

There are more than 800 shades in the IRISK gel polish palette, and limited collections will delight fashionistas. Just imagine, your own shade of nail polish for each zodiac sign! Now manicure can be done in accordance with the horoscope.

The main advantages of gel polish are a dense consistency, easy and economical application without bald spots. The varnish does not fade and does not chip for at least 2 weeks. Gel polish has a rather unusual brush, which you need to get used to, otherwise there is a risk of staining the cuticle.

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5. Beautix Gel Nail Polish

Colored gel polishes from the French company Beautix are distinguished by a dense pigment, so that when applied they do not strip and 2 layers are enough for an even rich coating that will last at least 3 weeks. The palette includes more than 200 shades – both deep monochromatic and with a variety of effects. Gel polishes are presented in two volumes – 8 and 15 ml.

Gel polish is produced in compliance with all quality standards: it does not contain formaldehyde in the composition, does not smell when applied, and does not cause allergic reactions.

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6. Haruyama gel nail polish

The Japanese company Haruyama was founded in 1986, and now their gel polishes have won the love and popularity of women all over the world. Main advantages: wide color palette (more than 400 shades), dense saturated color that does not fade for at least 3 weeks, resistant coating without chips. Due to the rather thick consistency, it is enough to apply one layer of varnish to get a uniform coating without bald spots. A comfortable medium-sized brush does not stain the cuticle and side ridges. When applied, a pleasant smell is felt without harsh chemical fragrances. Due to the hypoallergenic composition, gel polish does not cause allergic reactions and does not harm the nail plate.

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7. TNL Professional nail polish

Gel polishes from the Korean company TNL are very popular in Our Country due to their affordable prices. The durability is about 2 weeks, but due to the cheapness of the varnish, this is not considered a minus. The consistency of the gel polish is neither thick nor runny, so the polish is easy to apply, although at least 2 coats may be needed for a uniform, dense coverage. The gel polish is also easy to remove without damaging the nail plate. The palette of colors and shades is wide – more than 350 shades in the assortment, including both classic colors and unusual bright shades. When applied, a pleasant aroma is felt. Polymerization in the LED lamp takes 60 seconds, in the UV lamp – 2 minutes.

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8. Imen Gel Nail Polish

The nail brand Imen was created by Evgenia Imen, who has long dreamed of a durable and at the same time very colorful gel polish that stays on the nails for at least 4 weeks and at the same time is very affordable. Imen gel polishes have a mega-density and a thick consistency, thanks to which economical consumption is ensured – one thin layer of varnish is enough for an even and dense coating. In addition, gel polishes lie very evenly, without forming lumps, and the nails look natural, without excess volume and thickness. Separately, it is worth noting a convenient brush, which is very easy to apply and distribute varnish without staining the cuticle.

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9. Vogue nail polish

Gel polish from the manufacturer Vogue Nails has a good value for money. The first thing that catches your eye is the original stylish bottle, the lid of which is made in the shape of a rosebud. The gel polish itself is highly pigmented, dense, of a thick consistency, so it lays down smoothly, but in order not to “strip”, you need to apply at least 2 layers. A convenient brush allows you to create the perfect line at the cuticle without forming streaks. There are many shades in the palette – from classics and delicate pastels to neon and glitter. The coating polymerizes in a LED lamp for 30-60 seconds, in a UV lamp for 2 minutes.

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How to choose gel polish

When choosing a gel polish, you need to pay attention to several parameters: density (too liquid will “strip” and you will have to apply several layers, and too thick it is very difficult to apply and distribute over the nail plate), the shape of the brush (it is also important that the brush does not stick out hairs), pigmentation (well-pigmented gel polishes have a denser texture and fit perfectly in 1 layer), as well as a composition that should not contain camphor and formaldehyde. Choose hypoallergenic polishes without harsh chemical fragrances from trusted professional brands in specialty stores. So the risk of running into a fake is minimized.

Popular questions and answers

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Sources of

1. Solovieva E.D., Snimshchikova K.V. Exogenous factors in the development of onychodystrophy. Clinical observation of changes in the nail plates after prolonged exposure to cosmetic gel polish. Bulletin of Medical Internet Conferences, 2017