Best Nail Polish Base Coat of 2025

"I've always been a fan of OPI. They consistently deliver great products, and I especially loved this neutral color."

"I apply this daily. It goes on clear and doesn't mix with my red polishes. The thin consistency offers good protection, and it dries quickly!"

"After years of doing my own nails, I sought advice from salon technicians. They recommended this OPI product, which I found on Amazon. It serves as an effective base and top coat, applying evenly and lasting without chipping."

"I really love these products! They provide excellent coverage and are easy to apply. Their high quality makes me highly recommend them!"

"As someone who does gel X nails at home, I find this duo essential. It makes my nails last up to 3 weeks! The dehydrator effectively removes oils, and the sticky primer helps with adhesion. I’ve had no leaking issues at all!"

"I bought the Modelones Nail Dehydrator and Primer kit for my daughter as she starts her nail business. She’s been very pleased with it! The products work as promised, and I appreciate that they are acid-free and HEMA-free. We're planning to repurchase soon!"

"I absolutely love this polish! It works great as a top and bottom coat for the price. I used it with a cheap polish in the middle, and it had minimal cracking for a week and a half—the best I’ve experienced with home air dry polish. 10/10 worth the money!"

"I've been painting my nails since childhood and tried countless primers and topcoats. This is the only one that made my nail polish last six days! It dries quickly, but I recommend not using your hands for about an hour after applying the topcoat. It’s truly miraculous!"

"I saw a YouTuber recommend this brand for its quick drying properties, and I’ve ordered it twice since. It makes my nails hard, prevents chipping, and dries fast. I don’t get my nails done anymore; people always compliment them, thinking I went to a salon! I highly recommend it."

“This is by far my favorite bass coat! It's thick and easy to spread, creating a beautiful surface for painting. I love using it for my small business as a press-on nail artist.”

“I switched to this base coat for my gel nails and I’m really impressed! After using it for a couple of months, I noticed my nails started to lift from the nail bed. Despite my prep being on point, I experienced lifting after about four days. I believe there are better brands out there.”

“I’ve been doing my own gel nails at home for years and I recently discovered this base coat. I was pleasantly surprised, as it provides great adhesive properties without the mess of traditional nail glue. It’s definitely a game changer for me!”

"I've found this base coat to be the best I've ever tried. I used to buy it at Sprouts, but since they stopped carrying it, I was thrilled to find it on Amazon. It dries fast and lasts all week without chipping."

"I really appreciate how this bottom coat glides on easily and dries quickly. This is the first product I've purchased that truly lives up to its claims. After removing my nail polish, my nails showed no yellowing, and they look and feel much healthier. I will definitely keep buying this specific product."

"I love this brand and have been using it for years. It really does last a long time, and I’m always satisfied with the results."

"I've noticed my fingernails are growing and breaking less easily!"

"This base coat is the smoothest I've ever used. It looks great on its own or under polish!"

"I'm on my second bottle of the base coat and just tried the gel top coat. These are the best! My nails have always been thin and sensitive, and this product really helps without damaging them."

"I've been using this base coat for a couple of years and I decided to try the ridge filling version because it was more affordable. It smooths out my nails beautifully, even when they were breaking frequently. Overall, I'm very satisfied with it."

"I absolutely love the ridge filling properties! My nail polish lasts almost two weeks when I use it with two coats of polish and finish with a top coat. This base coat is definitely worth the investment!"

"I've relied on this brand for years, and it never lets me down. This base coat keeps my polish intact and the top coat dries incredibly fast. I even bought the large bottles so I won't run out!"

"I'm really impressed with the longevity of this base coat. My polish stays put for two to three weeks before chipping, even with a lot of wear and tear. I love that it works well with my OPI colors too!"

"After trying several brands, I find that this base coat outlasts others, especially during intense cleaning sessions. Compared to Essie, it holds up much better. Plus, I appreciate that it dries faster than OPI base coat!"

"This base coat has transformed my nails! After a month of treatment, my nails look healthy and beautiful even without polish. I really enjoy using Zoya products for their quality and natural ingredients."

"I find this product to be very durable and long-lasting. It makes my nails shine beautifully, and the curing time is impressively fast. Definitely worth the investment, plus it has no smell and is chip resistant!"

"I was genuinely surprised by how well this base and top coat performed, especially considering the price seems too good to be true. The base stays on, ensuring my polish lasts longer, and the top coat is smooth and stunning. I’m only giving it 4 stars because the bottles leak a bit."

"I’m absolutely obsessed with this base and top coat, particularly the base! The color is fantastic, and I use it for all my sets now."

"I adore this top coat by OPI. It has a very shiny finish, dries quickly, and significantly extends the life of my nail polish. Using it with a base coat or bonder is a game-changer!"

"I never thought OPI could enhance the quality of this product, but they did! The new version shines even more and gives me that 'just from the salon' look. It lasts a minimum of two weeks and rarely chips. I highly recommend it!"

"I’m quite tough on my nails due to daily chores, yet after using this top coat following a manicure, I found it lasted eight days before I spotted my first chip. Imagine how long it would last with daily application!"