Most nail polishes look bold on day one then chip, dull and streak soon after. Maybelline Color Show Nail Polish is designed to give you saturated colour, high shine and reliable wear, so your manicure looks freshly painted for longer with minimal upkeep.

A blend of nitrocellulose and modern copolymers forms a thin yet durable film that adheres closely to the nail surface. Plasticisers like tributyl citrate help the layer flex with everyday movement, reducing cracks, while light-reflecting particles and silica-based fillers create a smoother, shinier finish that resists dullness.

The fluid texture levels itself out as it dries, helping to minimise ridges and brush marks for a more professional result. Once set, it leaves a glossy, hard-wearing finish that stays resistant to chipping and tip wear for days with normal hand use. The quick-dry formula supports fast manicures without extended waiting time.

For the most even result, start with clean, dry nails and apply thin, controlled layers rather than one thick coat. Allow a brief drying period between coats, then seal with a clear top coat to further boost shine and longevity. Regularly cap the free edge of the nail to help protect against everyday knocks.

Film-forming nitrocellulose and copolymers create a dense, chip-resistant layer across the nail surface.Plasticisers provide flexibility, helping the colour resist cracking under daily impact and movement.Levelling agents and finely milled pigments support a smooth, streak-minimising application.Reflective particles and gloss-enhancing resins give a high-shine finish without a curing lamp.

For extended wear, pair with a base coat from the Color Show range to help grip the polish and protect nails, then lock in with a coordinating top coat for extra gloss and protection. Layer different finishes from the collection to customise effects, from subtle shine to bold statement looks.

Maybelline Color Show Nail Polish delivers high-impact colour, gloss and dependable wear in a quick-drying, easy-to-use formula.

Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate,Nitrocellulose, Propyl Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tributyl Citrate, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer,Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Acrylates Copolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Benzophenone-1, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Hydrogenatedacetophenone/Oxymethylene Copolymer, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Dimethicone, Hydrated Silica [Nano] /Hydrated Silica, Phthalic Anhydride/Glycerin/Glycidyl Decanoate Copolymer, Citric Acid, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminumborosilicate, Alumina, Silica [Nano] / Silica, Aqua / Water, Silica, Alcohol Denat., Silica Silylate, Aluminum Calcium Sodiumsilicate, Oxidized Polyethylene, Polybutylene Terephthalate, Colophonium / Rosin, Polyurethane-11, Ethylene/Va Copolymer, Tin Oxide, Polyacrylate-4, Iron Powder, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Nylon-6, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ci 77002 / Aluminumhydroxide, Palmitic Acid, Acetone [+/- May Contain: Ci 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, Ci 19140 / Yellow 5 Lake, Mica, Ci 15850 / Red 7lake, Ci 77163 / Bismuth Oxychloride, Ci 77491, Ci 77499 / Iron Oxides, Ci 77000 / Aluminum Powder, Ci 77120 / Barium Sulfate, Ci15850 / Red 6 Lake, Ci 15880 / Red 34 Lake, Ci 77510 / Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Ci 77266 [Nano] / Black 2, Ci 77400 / Bronzepowder, Ci 42090 / Blue 1 Lake, Ci 75470 / Carmine, Ci 77400 / Copper Powder, Ci 15850 / Red 7, Ci 77510 / Ferric Ferrocyanide, Ci77266 / Black 2, Ci 77820 / Silver, Ci 45410 / Red 28 Lake, Ci 77480 / Gold, Ci 77000 / Aluminum, Ci 15510 / Orange 4, Ci 42053 /Green 3, Ci 60725 / Violet 2, Ci 19140 / Yellow 5, Ci 42090 / Blue 1, Ci 17200 / Red 33, Ci 47005 / Yellow 10]

• Step 1. Start with clean, dry nails, removing any old polish and cleansing the nail plate with remover.
• Step 2. Apply a thin layer of base coat and allow it to dry to help smooth the surface and improve grip.
• Step 3. Load the brush lightly, then apply a thin coat of polish from the base of the nail to the tip in three strokes.
• Step 4. Allow the first coat to dry, then apply a second thin coat for full, even coverage.
• Step 5. Gently brush across the nail tip (capping the edge) to help reduce chipping.
• Step 6. Finish with a clear top coat once the colour is touch-dry to enhance shine and extend wear.

Pro Tips

• Roll the bottle between your palms instead of shaking to minimise air bubbles in the polish.
• Push cuticles back and lightly buff ridges before application for a smoother, more even surface.
• Keep coats thin; several light layers dry faster and last longer than one thick layer.
• Reapply top coat every two to three days to refresh shine and reinforce chip resistance.