Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I have been using this product for a couple of years now and I am a huge fan! Originally, I used this in conjunction with the matching SH gel base colors, but then I realized that I can use this as a top coat over any brand of color- even the cheaper stuff! It might not last quite as long, but I wanted more shade variety (I happen to like Sinful Colors). There are some important things that I have learned along the way, which previous reviews also touched upon: •Apply this topcoat AFTER your underlying nail color is completely DRY unless you want a tacky mess that takes hours to set, and has the potential to bubble up. I happen to do my manicures in two stages, just so that it sets really well. I don't do my entire manicure in one sitting. Instead, I apply my color and later on I come back and apply the top coat. I like to leave about an hour between coats of topcoat. More time, yes, but flawless results. •Leave extra time at the end for this stuff to dry. It is THICK, so it needs extra time to set and fully dry. Even if it is dry to the touch it has a tendency to stay tacky for quite a while. So just be patient. :) •It is harder to remove than regular nail polish. Look for pure acetone remover to speed up removal time. •Take a few extra moments to apply top coat under and on the tips of your nails, making sure to hit the very edges. This gives me an extra level of staying power. My manicures last about a week and I touch up just the tips in between, as they start to wear down. A single swipe of color and a coat of topcoat usually does the trick. Also, sometimes I apply a full coat of topcoat between manicures to refresh that "wet look" when I don't have time to do a complete manicure, (this can be achieved with a regular topcoat as well). Another tip: If your nails are weak, brittle, or tend to break, I recommend keeping them short. The more the nails bend and flex due to a longer length, the greater your chance of getting nicks and chips in your manicure. A slightly shorter nail just tends to hold a manicure longer, in my experience. Happy Polishing! 💅🏻