Most longwear nail colours trade shine and comfort for durability. L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Last Nailcolor is designed to deliver salon-inspired, gel-effect wear at home, combining extended chip resistance with a high-gloss finish and an easy, two-step routine you can fit into any evening.

The formula is built on a nitrocellulose base that forms a hard, protective film over the nail, while advanced resins and acrylates copolymer help lock colour in place and boost adhesion. Plasticisers such as acetyl tributyl citrate keep the film flexible to resist cracks, and UV filters like octocrylene and benzophenone-1 help minimise fading and surface discolouration.

On application, the texture feels fluid yet controlled, levelling quickly for a smooth, even coat without dragging. Once paired with the coordinating top coat, it sets to a glossy, gel-like finish that resists everyday knocks and chips. Wear remains shiny and intact for days, with colour looking freshly applied for longer.

For best results, apply thin, even layers and allow a brief drying time between coats before sealing with the matching top coat. Cap the free edge of the nail to improve chip resistance and extend the look of a fresh manicure. Avoid heavy water exposure in the first hour to let the film set fully.

Nitrocellulose and advanced resins create a hard-wearing, glossy film that resists chips and everyday surface wear.Balanced solvent and plasticiser system supports quick drying while maintaining flexibility to reduce cracking.UV filters such as octocrylene and benzophenone-1 help protect against fading and colour shift.Self-levelling formula helps minimise streaks and ridges for a smoother, more polished nail surface.

Use with L'Oreal base and top coats to further enhance adhesion, gloss and wear time, creating a more complete manicure routine. Pair with L'Oreal nail care treatments between applications to keep nails conditioned and ready for longer-wearing colour.

A longwear, gel-effect nail colour that delivers prolonged chip resistance, high shine and a polished, salon-inspired finish at home.

Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Propyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Ethyl Tosylamide, Acrylates Copolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tributyl Citrate, Octocrylene, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Hydrogenated Acetophenone/Oxymethylene Copolymer, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Dimethicone, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Citric Acid, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Benzophenone-1, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Oxidized Polyethylene, Phthalic Anhydride/Glycerin/Glycidyl Decanoate Copolymer, Tin Oxide, CI 77002/Aluminum Hydroxide, Aluminum Hydroxide. May Contain [+/-]: CI 77891/Titanium Dioxide, CI 77000/Aluminum Powder, CI 77163/Bismuth Oxychloride, CI 77491, CI 77499/Iron Oxides, Mica, CI 15880/Red 34 Lake, CI 19140/Yellow 5 Lake, CI 15850/Red 7 Lake, CI 77510/Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, CI 15850/Red 6 Lake, CI 77120/Barium Sulfate, CI 77266/Black 2, CI 77288/Chromium Oxide Greens, CI 77510/Ferric Ferrocyanide, CI 75470/Carmine, CI 60725/Violet

• Step 1. Start with clean, dry nails, removing any old polish and cleansing away oils with nail polish remover.
• Step 2. Apply a thin layer of base coat and allow it to dry to promote smoother application and improved adhesion.
• Step 3. Apply a thin first coat of L'Oreal Infallible Pro-Last Nailcolor, starting from the centre of the nail and gliding outwards.
• Step 4. Allow the first coat to dry for 1–2 minutes, then apply a second thin coat, capping the free edge of each nail.
• Step 5. Once colour is touch-dry, apply the coordinating top coat to seal in colour, add gloss and enhance wear.
• Step 6. Let nails dry completely, avoiding hot water, steam or pressure on the nails for at least 30–60 minutes.

Pro Tips

• Lightly buff nails and push back cuticles beforehand to create a smoother surface and reduce lifting.
• Roll the bottle between your palms instead of shaking to minimise bubbles in the formula.
• Keep coats thin rather than thick; multiple light layers dry faster and are less prone to smudging or peeling.
• Reapply a layer of top coat every few days to refresh shine and help prolong chip-resistant wear.