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Nail a classic white manicure.
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We loved the curved brushplus, it’s quick-drying, non-streaky, and imparts a high-shine finish.
If you’re looking for an affordable option that delivers bold color, check outEssie’s Blanc.
Chrome finishesand intricate nail designs are ultra-popular these days, but a simplewhite manicureis timeless.
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So, no need to reserve white nails for the summertimeenjoy them all year round.
We’re sharing several options that have our testers' stamp of approval.
The Dazzle Dry White Lightning polish fits the billand it scored perfect ratings from our tester, Jia.
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It completely dried down with a high-shine finish in just 20 minutes.
Jia, tester wearing White Lightning:“The finish looks amazing after only two coats.
The polish looks smooth, even, and shiny.”
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This option offers a neutral white hue with rich opacity in two coats.
She was also impressed with the drying time, saying that two coats were fully dry in 20 minutes.
However, she would have appreciated a matte finish with less color intensity and less opaqueness.
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If there’s no fingerprint or smudge, press harder.
I pressed very hard, and there was no residual imprint in the polish.
I am confident I could go about my day and retain the beauty of my nails."
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Leslie, Elixir tester:“It gives a shiny feel and no smudges.
I am not a huge fan of white polish, but Im impressed.”
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Two coats dried completely in around 15 minutes, making it a great choice if youre tight on time.
To avoid streaks, we suggest applying two generous coats.
As for the brush itself, she noted that its flat and dense shape made coating the nails easy.
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It doesnt contain animal-derived ingredients, is completely nontoxic, and is cruelty-free.
The number of coats you should apply varies, depending on the formula youre working with.
White nail polish can last for years, so long as the bottle is tightly sealed.
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But, there are some ways tocombat this thickeningto get more out of your polish.
Since 2022, Alyssa has been a writer at Byrdie, where she covers all things beauty.
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