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Best DIY Manicure Brand 2026

By Readers' Choice On 9/9/26 at 12:00 PM EDT

Whether you're getting ready for a girls' weekend or refreshing your look poolside, DIY manicures make beauty easy on the go. Newsweek is proud to recognize this year's 10 standout DIY manicure brands—selected by our editors and voted on by readers for their exceptional quality and distinctive excellence. Each has been officially recognized by Newsweek as one of the Best DIY Manicure Brands of 2026.

Winners of the 2026 Newsweek Readers' Choice™ Awards for Best DIY Manicure Brand were announced on October 21, 2026.

1. Orly

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Orly produces nail polish, treatments and manicure products for use at home. Its collection includes traditional lacquer, breathable polish, base coats, top coats, removers and cuticle products. Color collections span cremes, shimmers, glitters and specialty effects, with products designed for nail preparation, polish application, maintenance and removal.

2. Olive & June

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Founded in 2013, Olive & June is a nail care brand focused on making salon-quality manicures accessible at home. The company offers a range of products across nail polish, press-ons, gel systems, treatments and manicure tools, supported by educational resources designed to simplify DIY nail care. Known for its product innovation, Olive & June developed the Poppy, an ergonomic tool created to help users achieve easier and more precise polish application at home.

3. essie

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Essie is known for its extensive selection of at-home manicure products, including nail polish, treatments, base coats, top coats and nail care tools. Its collections include traditional lacquer, gel-style formulas and specialty finishes. Color ranges span neutral, bright, pastel, metallic and other shades, with seasonal and core collections available.

4. Kiara Sky

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Kiara Sky produces professional and at-home nail products, including gel polish, traditional lacquer, dip powders, acrylic systems and manicure accessories. Its color selection includes various finishes and collections, complemented by base and top coats. The brand also manufactures tools and equipment intended for manicure and nail enhancement applications.

5. Sally Hansen

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Sally Hansen has a broad range of at-home manicure products, including traditional nail polish, gel systems, press-on nails, treatments and manicure tools. Major lines include Miracle Gel and Insta-Dri. The assortment covers numerous colors, finishes and application methods, including formulas designed for quick drying and extended wear.

6. Dashing Diva

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Dashing Diva's at-home nail collection includes semi-cured gel strips, press-on nails and manicure accessories. Its Glaze line uses semi-cured gel technology cured under an LED lamp, while Magic Press products are ready-to-wear press-ons. The brand's selection spans colors, patterns, finishes and nail shapes for home manicure applications.

7. Mooncat

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Mooncat's nail polish collection features specialty colors and finishes, including holographic, multichrome, magnetic, shimmer and glitter formulas. Base coats and top coats are also part of the lineup, along with nail tools and accessories. The brand frequently organizes products around themed collections featuring distinctive color combinations and visual concepts.

8. OPI xPRESS/ON

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OPI xPRESS/ON is a press-on manicure line featuring sets in various lengths, shapes, colors and designs. Depending on the product, application uses adhesive tabs or nail glue. The collection includes solid colors, French manicures, patterns and other finishes, providing different options for creating manicures at home without traditional polish.

9. Kiss (imPRESS)

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KISS imPRESS is a press-on manicure system designed for direct application to natural nails. Its sets feature different lengths, shapes, colors, patterns and finishes. Pre-applied adhesive eliminates the need for separate nail glue, while the collection includes both solid-color manicures and decorative designs intended for home use.

10. Holo Taco

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Holo Taco is a nail polish brand centered on holographic and specialty finishes. Its collection includes cremes, metallics, glitters, multichromes and holographic formulas, as well as base coats and top coats. Nail care products and manicure tools are also part of the lineup, supporting polish application and maintenance at home.

FINALISTS Chillhouse Deborah Lippmann Glamnetic Static Nails Zoya

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