Base Coat & Top Coat: What are they really good for?

Two essential steps, often overlooked, yet crucial for a perfect, long-lasting, elegant manicure.

01 The Base Coat :
the basis of the perfect gesture

Even before the colour, it's the base coat that makes all the difference. A fundamental step that experts never skip.

Base Coat - Vitamin E
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A perfect surface, even before the first brushstroke

1944 Paris base coats prepare the nail to perfection before applying polish. Their smoothing and protective formula creates an even surface while strengthening the nail. Enriched with fortifying active ingredients, they help the nail varnish adhere better and last longer.

Transparent and lightweight, they give a natural shine and a meticulous finish, for a long-lasting, harmonious and elegant manicure.

What you need to know: A base coat is not just a transparent varnish. It protects the nail from colour pigments, prevents yellowing, smoothes micro-irregularities and creates the adhesion your colour needs to last. It's the invisible touch that changes everything.

02 The Top Coat :
the final layer of shine

Once the colour has been applied, the top coat is what enhances and protects. It's the final step that should never be neglected.

The Top Coat – Holographic Powder
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THE FINISH THAT MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE

1944 Paris top coats enhance colour and prolong the life of your manicure. Their professional formula creates a protective barrier that preserves shine and prevents flaking.

Lightweight, transparent and easy to apply, they provide a smooth, even, radiant finish to reveal all the intensity and elegance of your nail varnishes.

At 1944 Paris, every top coat is formulated without HEMA or DI HEMA, so it's safe and comfortable to use, even on sensitive nails. Because a beautiful manicure should never be achieved at the expense of your nails' health.

The Complete Ritual

Manicure perfect , step by step

01

Preparing the nail

File, push back cuticles and clean the nail to create the ideal surface.

02

Installing the Base Coat

Apply the 1944 Paris base coat. Leave to dry for 60 seconds. The surface is ready.

03

Applying varnish

Apply your colour in one or two thin coats. The base ensures perfect hold.

04

Seal with Top Coat

A final coat of top coat for shine, protection and longevity.

Our Top coats

1944 Paris top coats enhance colour and prolong the life of your manicure. Their professional formula creates a protective barrier that preserves shine, prevents flaking and ensures a smooth, radiant finish.