Chip Free Glossy Nails



As much as I love the constant glossiness that gel nails gives, I can't afford to pay out £25 each time I get them done so I resorted to finding my own super glossy combination that I can do at home without any guilt of seeing the transactions come up on my bank statement.

First is the base coat which mattifies the nail and prevents the nail polish from just peeling off. I've been a longstanding lover of Seche Vite so their Ridge Filling Base Coat was a no brainer. It leaves a sheer white finish which is great for sheer nail polish as it amplifies their colour. 

Then onto the colour - above is the WAH girls Nail Polish in Wifey for Lifey (name = slightly dubious) but it's a lovely natural baby pink that looks good with everything. I've been switching between this and Essie's Wicked depending on my mood.

And finally, a potentially controversial option is the top coat. I've used Seche Vite for years and I honestly thought it would remain that way and never change but I spotted this in boots. The WAH Girls nailpolish emerged from a nail salon famed for nail art (their insta is incredible), and because they know their stuff, I decided to give their Super Glossy Top Coat a go. It's bloomin' brilliant because it's super glossy! (I still love my Seche Vite but this is ideal for that gel nail look).

What are some of your favourite nail options?

5 comments:

  1. I have heard of the brand Seche but not the others and my nails are just horrid, I am a biter.

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  2. I'd love to see how these look on your nails?
    Seche Vite is great, I'm horrendous for smudging my nails before they're dry otherwise!!

    Jess xo
    http://just-jesss.blogspot.co.uk

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  3. Ive never tried Seche Base but I do absolutely love Seche Vite x

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  4. I love top coats that give you that gel-like look and shine. Thanks for the info on this brand, I hadn't heard of them before :-)

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  5. oh i had the same issue with loving the gel look so I bought myself a lamp on amazon and some gel polishes and do it at home! easy peasy and last 2 weeks..unbeatable!
    great that you found your own solution!!

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