The 9 Best White Nail Polishes You Can Buy

It’s the perfect accessory for the person looking to serve a feed-worthy slay as well as the more introvertive mani-lover wanting to make a quiet-yet-bold statement. “It's just one of those colours that will always be on-trend,” manicurist Roxanne Campbell tells Allure. “White nail polish suits all skin tones and looks gorgeous in the summer! I have a few clients who only wear white nail polish and never get bored.”

However, with so many white nail polishes on the market, there are plenty of questions to ask when trying to pick up a bottle: Are there really any differences in shades? Which ones don’t chip? Which are going to turn off-white after a few days?

Of course, your application is going to play a huge factor in the longevity of your mani, notes Campbell. “Wipe your nails with nail polish remover before applying polish to help it last longer,” she says. “Make sure you always apply a base coat to prevent your natural nails from staining, then apply two thin coats of polish finished with a topcoat.” To make the white pop even more, manicurist Betina Goldstein recommends using a nude first. “Use a sheer nude as a base and make sure it’s completely dry before applying your first coat of white polish,” she tells Allure.

Below, we’ve rounded up nine of the highest-rated white polishes that are also favorites of experts. While there probably hundreds of polishes on the market, these are the cream (well, white)-of-the-crop picks across the board.

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  China Glaze Nail Lacquer in White on White

  China Glaze’s Paradise collection may mostly boast bright colors, but it also includes Cabana Fever, an opaque white that dries down to a matte finish. Just like the rest of the collection, Cabana Fever gives you an intense color payoff after just two coats.

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  Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Color in Amazing Grace

  This pure white polish is dual-patented with 10 active ingredients proven to deliver healthy nails and long-lasting shine. The best part? The formulation allows for a seamless finish that doesn’t streak. Perfection in a bottle.

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  Essie Nail Polish in Marshmallow

  In addition to the fact that its name is delectably sweet, Essie’s Marshmallow is also the perfect shade of milky white. With a high gloss finish, the formula provides flawless coverage and is long-lasting, making it an amazing option for someone who uses their hands a lot

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  Floss Gloss Nail Lacquer in Mrs. Tony Montana 

  Yes, this nail polish is an ode to the classic movie Scarface, and we won’t lie, that is one reason this polish has become a fave. Whether you’re a beauty aficionado or more of a movie buff, you’ll love that the formulation is 7-free and pigmented enough to provide maximum color payoff.

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  Maybelline New York Color Show Nail Lacquer in Porcelain Party

  A creamy white color with a glossy finish, this nail polish proves that a low price doesn’t mean sacrificing quality. It’s long-lasting, and its porcelain finish complements all shade tones.

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  ORLY French Manicure White Tips

  Orly’s French Manicure polishes deliver a crisp white that’s perfect for achieving your ideal French mani. Pointe Blanche is a bright white crème formula for those looking for a bold white.

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  Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish in Well, Well, Well 

  We love nail polishes that ensure the integrity of our cuticles. Sally Hansen’s nail polishes aren’t just argan oil-infused, the formula is also fade-proof and chip-resistant, even for people who are extra tough on their nails. Well, Well, Well will have you pulling off your best French manis in no time.

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  ZOYA Nail Polish in Snow White

  Purity is a nail polish that we’ve raved about before: It’s 10-free and boasts maximum color payoff with minimal effort. After just two swipes, you’ll immediately see why it’s a fan favorite.

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  OPI Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow

  It’s not hard to believe that OPI would offer one of the best nail white lacquers on the market. Alpine Snow is that perfect white with a creamy finish, making it perfect for finishing off your French tips or wearing as a full mani.

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