InStyle Best Beauty Buys: Nail products

“This is my favourite shade of nude polish,” says manicurist Oli Antunes about Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure
in Café Au Lait. “It’s not an overly-yellow beige, and it’s just a beautiful neutral hue”.

Not only do our judges love the fanned-out, user-friendly brushes, InStyle Editor, Emily Taylor praises Dior Vernis in Pandore for its perfect orange-red tone. “It suits both fingers and toes,” she says.

“This is my go-to for a grunge-inspired mani,” says manicurist Bernadette Leva, calling OPI Nail Lacquer in Lincoln Park After Dark “almost black with a hint of purple”.

“I always come back
to this,” says Antunes about Revitanail Nail Strengthener.
“I recommend it for brittle and flaking nails,” adds Leva.

OPI Avoplex Cuticle Oil To Go comes with a handy brush applicator to nourish and hydrate dry cuticles. “I keep one in my bag so I can tend to my nails on the go,” says InStyle Beauty Director, Hayley D’Onofrio.

It’s not just the durable, long-wearing resilience this gives your lacquer, Revlon Colorstay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat
also offers a super-shiny finish to accentuate any colour.

“It provides a sticky base that helps a manicure last, and also prevents nails from becoming discoloured,” says Antunes about Essie First Base Coat.

“A fantastic range of colours that are really durable and are formulated without any harsh chemicals,” says manicurist Nicole Stubbs about RMS Beauty Nail Polish.

To find out which other products topped the 2017 InStyle Best Beauty Buys list, check out these cheek, lip and eye makeup must-haves.

Find more beauty product recommendations from InStyle at instylemag.com.au