Best DND Nail Polish Colors You Need to Try This Year
DND has built a reputation for one simple reason: their gel and lacquer duos always match perfectly. Whether you’re drawn to bold reds, soft nudes, or playful pastels, DND nail polish makes it easy to switch between long-wearing gel and quick at-home lacquer without ever worrying about color consistency. This roundup rounds up the best DND collections—plus a few standout extras—worth adding to your nail kit.
1 of 23 DND Base & Top Gel Set
Looking for a gel system that delivers real staying power? DND’s Base and Top Gel Polish Set offers a professional-grade UV/LED formula paired with a convenient no-cleanse top coat. Together, they create a smooth, durable foundation and glossy finish that helps your gel manicure resist chipping and stay vibrant for weeks.
2 of 23 Sally Hansen Hard As Nails
Why choose between strong nails and pretty polish? Sally Hansen’s Hard As Nails formula in No Hard Feelings delivers a soft, flattering shade while actively strengthening nails with every coat. Affordable and effective, this drugstore favorite proves you don’t need a big budget to get healthier, more resilient nails with beautiful color.
3 of 23 DND Red Collection Duo
Want your gel and regular polish to match perfectly every time? DND’s Red Collection solves that with a UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer duo in coordinating red shades. This chip-resistant pairing gives you flexibility—choose gel for long wear or lacquer for quick touch-ups—without ever worrying about color mismatch.
4 of 23 DND Pink Collection Duo
Get the best of both worlds with DND’s Pink Collection duo, featuring a UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer in perfectly matched pink shades. This chip-resistant pairing lets you switch between long-lasting gel and quick at-home lacquer touch-ups while keeping your color completely consistent every single time.
5 of 23 Dazzle Dry Starter Mini Kit
New to Dazzle Dry? This starter mini kit makes it easy to try the full system, including nail prep, base coat, top coat, ridge filler, and a polish/top coat thinner. Each step works together to create a durable, air-dry manicure without UV lamps, giving nails a healthy, long-lasting, salon-quality finish.
6 of 23 OPI Nail Lacquer Red Shades
A red manicure never goes out of style, and OPI delivers it best. This Classic Nail Lacquer collection features red shades in crème, shimmer, and glitter finishes to suit any occasion. The fast-drying, streak-free formula resists chipping for long-lasting wear, making bold, confident color effortless to achieve at home.
7 of 23 DND White Collection Duo
White nails make a bold, minimalist statement, and DND’s White Collection duo gives you flexibility to achieve it. This matching UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer pairing ensures consistent, chip-resistant color whether you prefer long-wearing gel or a quick lacquer mani. Crisp and clean, it’s perfect for any season.
8 of 23 Wet n Wild Be More Pacific
Bold color shouldn’t come with a big price tag. Wet n Wild’s Wild Shine Nail Polish in Be More Pacific delivers a striking teal blue shade that’s perfect for making a statement. This budget-friendly formula proves you can get fun, vibrant color and quality wear without spending salon-level prices.
9 of 23 DND Sheer Collection Duo
Sometimes less is more, and DND’s Sheer Collection duo proves it. This matching UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer pairing offers soft, natural-looking color for an understated manicure. Chip-resistant and versatile, it’s perfect for everyday wear, giving nails a polished, healthy glow without looking overdone.
10 of 23 DND DC Sheer Collection Duo
DND DC’s Sheer Collection offers the same versatility you love with a refined twist. This matching UV gel polish and air-dry lacquer duo delivers soft, natural shades in chip-resistant formulas. Whether you choose long-wearing gel or convenient lacquer, you’ll get a consistently subtle, polished look every time.
11 of 23 DND DC Blue Collection Duo
Craving a refreshing blue manicure? DND DC’s Blue Collection duo pairs a UV/LED gel polish with an air-dry lacquer in perfectly coordinated shades. This chip-resistant combo gives you the freedom to choose long-lasting gel or quick lacquer application while keeping your color exactly consistent, no matter which you pick.
12 of 23 DND Yellow Collection Duo
Brighten up your manicure with DND’s Yellow Collection duo, featuring a perfectly matched UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer. This chip-resistant pairing lets you choose long-lasting gel wear or a quick lacquer application, all while keeping your cheerful yellow shade completely consistent from bottle to bottle.
13 of 23 DND DC Pink Collection Duo
Get the perfect pink every time with DND DC’s matching gel and lacquer duo. This UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer pairing ensures consistent, chip-resistant color whether you prefer long-wearing gel or a quick lacquer touch-up. Soft and versatile, it’s a flattering shade for any skin tone.
14 of 23 DND Pink Nude Collection Duo
Pink nude shades are the ultimate everyday neutral, and DND’s matching duo makes them effortless. This UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer pairing delivers consistent, chip-resistant color in your choice of long-wearing gel or quick lacquer application. Flattering and versatile, it’s a shade that works for any occasion.
15 of 23 Beetles Oxblood Red Gel Polish
Looking for a deeper, moodier red? Beetles’ Oxblood Red Gel Polish delivers a rich maroon-burgundy shade perfect for fall and winter manicures. This soak-off UV/LED formula offers long-lasting wear for salon-quality results at home. Affordable and giftable, it’s an easy way to elevate any DIY manicure routine.
16 of 23 DND Black Gel Duo
Black nails make a statement, and DND’s Black Gel Duo delivers it perfectly. This matching UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer pairing offers deep, glossy color that resists chipping in either formula. Choose long-lasting gel or convenient lacquer for an edgy, sophisticated look that’s consistently striking every time.
17 of 23 Azurebeauty Galaxy Polish
Want nails that look like a night sky? Azurebeauty’s Galaxy Quick Dry Polish blends stunning blue and violet tones into one enchanting shade. This natural, super lustrous formula dries quickly and works beautifully for DIY manicures or pedicures at home, giving you professional-looking results without the salon price tag.
18 of 23 DND DC Free Spirit Collection Duo
Channel your inner free spirit with this DND DC collection duo, pairing a UV/LED gel polish with an air-dry lacquer in coordinating boho-inspired shades. This chip-resistant combo offers the flexibility to choose long-lasting gel or quick lacquer application, all while keeping your color perfectly consistent from one to the other.
19 of 23 DND Blue Collection Duo
Get a perfectly coordinated blue manicure with DND’s Blue Collection duo, featuring a UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer in matching shades. This chip-resistant pairing gives you the flexibility to choose long-wearing gel or quick lacquer application without ever sacrificing color consistency between formulas.
20 of 23 DND DC Orange Collection Duo
Add a pop of energy to your manicure with DND DC’s Orange Collection duo. This matching UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer pairing delivers bold, chip-resistant color in your choice of long-lasting gel or convenient lacquer. Vibrant and consistent, it’s perfect for anyone who loves standout color.
21 of 23 DND DC Purple Collection
Add a whimsical touch to your manicure with DND DC’s Purple Collection in Unicorn Lovely. This matching UV/LED gel polish and air-dry lacquer duo delivers dreamy purple tones in a chip-resistant formula. Choose long-lasting gel or quick lacquer application while enjoying perfectly consistent, enchanting color every time.
22 of 23 CANNI 6-Piece Gel Set
Why settle for one shade when you can have six? CANNI’s Gel Polish Set includes green, blue, purple, pink, and milky white colors in a HEMA-free, soak-off formula. Perfect for DIY manicures at home, this versatile kit makes a thoughtful gift while giving you salon-quality variety without the salon visit.
23 of 23 Dr.’s Remedy Positive Pink
Why choose between healthy nails and pretty polish? Dr.’s Remedy’s Positive Pink offers a non-toxic, all-natural, “24-Free” formula doctor-formulated to strengthen, restore, and protect nails as you wear it. This flattering pink shade proves that organic, health-conscious polish can deliver beautiful color without compromising on your nails’ wellbeing.
Final thought:
With so many DND collections to choose from, finding your signature shade has never been easier. Start with a color family that matches your everyday style, then build your collection from there. However you shop this list, you’re set up for salon-quality color that performs beautifully in gel or lacquer form.
Victoria Lane
Victoria Lane is a nail enthusiast, digital creator, and the founder of Modern Nail Design. With over five years of researching nail trends, testing techniques, and building one of the web's most active nail inspiration blogs, she writes every article personally. Her goal is simple — give every woman the ideas and knowledge to get nails she genuinely loves.
