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Top Coat

Our Top Coats protect and enhance your Green™ and Green Flash™ manicures: intense shine, a matte finish, or a glittery effect, for long-lasting wear and a flawless result.
The Xtrem Flash™ Top Coat guarantees up to 21 days of wear and quick peel-off removal, without filing or acetone.

 

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  • A black rectangular bottle of Manucurist Xtrem Flash™ Gel Top Coat stands upright against a pale beige background, offering a long-lasting manicure with easy, express removal.
    A hand with glossy red nails holds a black bottle of Manucurist Xtrem Flash™ Gel Top Coat against a shiny black background. Text: Up to 21 days of extreme wear. Quick removal—no acetone, no filing needed.
    Green Flash™ LED Gel Polish

    Xtrem Flash™ Gel Top Coat

    £25
    £25
    21-day wear, peel-off removal
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    Plumped effect
  • A dark green bottle of Manucurist Top Coat Green Flash™ is displayed against a light beige background. The label features product details in white and gold, emphasizing up to 12-day shine.
    A hand with red nails holds a brush. Illustrated steps show Manucurist Green Flash™ Vitaminised Base Coat, color, and top coat application with KeraHCE+ bottles and LED lamp on a pink background. Text: Easy 3-Step At-Home Application.
    Green Flash™ LED Gel Polish

    Top Coat Green Flash™

    £20
    £20
    12-day wear, peel-off removal
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    Naturel effect
  • Manucurist Glitter Top Coat nail polish in a dark green rectangular bottle with a black cap is shown against a light beige background, offering a long-lasting, glittery manicure.
    A hand with short, neatly manicured nails painted light pink and finished with Manucurist&
    Green Flash™ LED Gel Polish

    Glitter Top Coat

    £20
    £20
    Lasts for 12 days, peel-off removal, gold or silver glitter
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  • A bottle of Manucurist Sunshine Top Coat, a plant-based, high-shine, long-wear gel-effect nail polish, features a pale pink base and black cap against a beige background.
    A hand applies Manucurist Sunshine Top Coat, showcasing its benefits: 70% natural ingredients, mirror-shine gel effect, exceptional hold, lasts up to 7 days, quick-drying, and a plant-based formula.
    Green™ Natural Nail polish

    Sunshine Top Coat

    £15
    £15
    Lasts for 7 days, gel-like shine
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  • A frosted glass bottle of Manucurist Matte Top Coat nail polish with a black cap sits against a light beige background, featuring a label that highlights its quick dry and matte effect.
    A hand with light blue matte nail polish holds a frosted bottle of Manucurist Matte Top Coat with a black cap against a light background.
    Green™ Natural Nail polish

    Matte Top Coat

    £14
    £14
    Lasts for 7 days, with a matte finis
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  • A bottle of Manucurist Glitter Top Coat nail polish with a black cap, shown on a light beige background. The label in English and French highlights its gel-like finish and gold shimmer glitter effect.
    A close-up of a hand with neatly manicured nails featuring Manucurist&
    Green™ Natural Nail polish

    Glitter Top Coat

    £15
    £15
    Lasts for 7 days, gold or silver glitter
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What is a top coat for nails?

A top coat is a finishing nail polish applied as the final step of a manicure. Its role is to protect the nail color, smooth the nail surface, and enhance the overall finish. Depending on the formula, it can deliver a glossy gel-like, matte, or glitter effect. A top coat also helps extend the wear of your nail polish by reducing chips, scratches, and daily wear. 

When should you apply a top coat?

A top coat should be applied after your nail polish, as the last step of your manicure. For regular nail polish, apply it once the color is fully dry to seal the finish and prevent smudging. For gel or gel nail polish, it is used after the color layer and cured under a UV or LED lamp, depending on the product instructions. Applying a top coat at the right time helps lock in the color, improve durability, and maintain a smooth, polished look. You can also reapply a thin layer after a few days to refresh shine and extend wear.

What’s the difference between a base coat and a top coat?

The difference between a base coat and a top coat lies in their function within a manicure routine. A base coat is applied before nail polish to protect the natural nail, prevent staining, and improve polish adhesion. A top coat is applied after nail polish to protect the color, extend wear, and add the desired finish. Both products are complementary: the base coat prepares the nail, while the top coat seals and enhances the manicure. Using both helps achieve a longer-lasting, smoother, and more professional result.

How to choose the right top coat for your manicure?

Choosing the right top coat depends on your manicure type and the finish you want. A glossy top coat is the most versatile option for a shiny, salon-like look. A matte top coat creates a soft, modern finish. If you use gel nail polish, opt for a UV or LED top coat to ensure proper curing and long-lasting results. Some formulas are designed to boost durability, speed up drying time, or create a gel-like effect. Selecting the right top coat allows you to customize your finish while improving the longevity of your manicure.