I love a good manicure, but I don’t love paying for one. I also don’t love taking time out of my day to go to the salon every time I want a fresh coat of paint. That’s why I’m always on the hunt for new nailcare products and techniques—anything that will help me achieve an at-home manicure without looking, well, like I have an at-home manicure. In other words, I’m trying to strike a balance between affordability and professional-looking results. It hasn’t been easy.
You can imagine my excitement when I caught wind of a nail polish brand that A) allows me to create a long-lasting gel manicure in the comfort of my own home B) is worn by celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, Alessandra Ambrosio, and more, and C) is actually affordable. I’m talking $13 a bottle. Whatever you call it, a trifecta or a triple threat, I’m convinced this is it. Keep scrolling to see which brand it is and learn why I (and so many celebs) love it.