Step 1: Nail Prep
Remove oils and lotions by scrubbing each nail with a lint-free pad soaked in Nail Prep.
Tip: Always use a new pad for each hand.
Step 2: Base Coat
Apply two coats to each nail, allowing each layer to dry.
Tip: if cloudy or jelly-like, place the bottle in 1 inch of hot water until clear. Use ¾ inch for Minis. *Do not microwave or fully submerge.*
Step 3: Lacquer
Apply two coats of your favorite color, allowing each to dry.
Step 4: Top Coat
Apply one layer to each nail after the Lacquer has dried matte. Wait five minutes. Your manicure is done!
+ Revive
Add Revive to thickened Nail Lacquer, Top Coat, or Transform.
Tip: Use 6–8 drops for Full-size, 3–4 for mini-size bottles.
Important: Do NOT add to Base Coat—it will damage the product.
Overall rating: 4.747692 / 5 from 2275 reviews.
The Base Coat is part of the Dazzle Dry 4-Step System, designed for natural nails to enhance polish longevity. Customers appreciate its smooth application, fast drying time, and the vibrant, long-lasting colors it provides. The product is praised for its ability to strengthen and maintain healthy nails.
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"Dazzle dry is my go to nail polish. It’s the only thing I use. I love all the colors and the application always goes on great and you can’t beat the drying time. It takes five minutes tops and you’re dry. 5 MINUTES! You can’t beat it. You may think it’s a little on the pricey side, but considering what you would pay for a manicure of any kind, you’re getting a hell of a deal. You get what you pay for. Try if you haven’t. You won’t be disappointed."
"I have been using the dazzle dry system for years and it keeps my nails healthy and strong. The base coat dries so fast on your nail. I put 2 coats, then the transform, put another coat of Base Coat followed by 2 coats of color and top coat. This system keeps my nails strong and chip free from 7-10 days."
"My nails have been thriving since using Dazzle Dry. I'm posting a picture of a 10 days. This is the longest time my DD manicure has lasted. I used the complete system and made sure I covered the nail tips with each step. I'm a messy manicurist but am getting better each time. I used the prep, 2 base costs & transform each, 1 base coat, 2 color coats and 1 top coat. I used a mini DD color that I had, not Mind Your Mani this time. I even have a nail split on my right middle finger that the base and transform coats help keep together. This crack developed after having gel removed last October. I also use a nail oil that I already have after each hand wash. I wish you knew the ragged my cuticles were and how easily my nails would break. This is the longest my nails have ever been. I also try to do periodic hot oil soaks after removing old polish. I found DD on the site The Salon Life and am so glad I did. I even bought mini kits for my 11 year old granddaughter and showed her how to use the system."
"Initially when I bought the product in small size, it was great. Lasted a couple weeks. I've since bought the full size bottles and within a couple days I'm finding the edges lifting and peeling. I follow instructions to the letter. It was great initially but now, I do the same procedure, and it lifts. I don't put the base coat in my skin as instructed. What is wrong with these items. Also, if the product is cloudy, I place it in warm water till clear. I can't do anything else. VERY UNHAPPY after spending hundreds of dollars. Won't buy again."
"The Dazzle dry system is great. The base is the first step to achieving beautiful nails that shine for days. The Ballerina color is a classic touch for everyday day all occasions and lasts for days even through a lot of dishwashing."
"I’ve loved this for a couple years. The new bottle I just got seems to not keep my polish as long. I’m hard on my hands and usually get atleast a week close to 2 but I’ve not been able to get a week the last 3 uses with the new bottle. I didn’t change anything else. Hopefully it’ll adjust and work properly."
"The base coat is a great prep step for keeping your nail polish on for 7-10 days! I always apply two coats and then the ridge filler and then another base coat. You do not need a lot and it lasts me 4-6 months. I paint me nails once a week The only thing to remember is it needs to be perfectly clear when you apply it so if it’s cloudy at all warm it up per the instructions."
"Dazzle Dry's base coat is a necessity for long-lasting, smooth nails that do not chip. It dries incredibly quickly (usually within a minute) so you're ready for the next coat. Make sure to set it in warm water if it gets thick or cloudy!"
"The Dazzle Dry Base Coat is the foundation that makes the entire system perform so well. It creates an excellent bond between the nail and polish, helping prevent peeling and chipping while extending the life of my manicure. My nails feel stronger and look healthier since switching to the Dazzle Dry system, and the base coat leaves a smooth surface that makes color application effortless. Combined with the rest of the system, it delivers a fast-drying, long-lasting manicure that truly transforms both the look and feel of my nails. I wouldn't want to do a manicure without it."
"Couldn’t complete my French tip manicure without it!"
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