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The 12 Best New Summer Nail Polishes

Consider this your summer manicure cheat sheet.

By Lindy Segal
Nail polish, Cosmetics, Product, Beauty, Nail care, Nail, Material property, Tints and shades, Gloss, Brand,
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Brighter, warmer days are ahead—and so are brighter manicures. Get a kick-start on summer by switching up your nail color to something a little cheerier and more fun. From bright neons to soft neutrals, we've got the 12 best new summer nail polishes to start adding to your carts now.

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Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Electri-Lime

Miracle Gel in Electri-Lime
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Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Electri-Lime

$13 at Ulta Beauty

If we had to call The It Color of Summer 2020, we'd have to say neon green. Even JLo approves.

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essie Expressie Nail Polish in All Things Ooo

Expressie Nail Polish in All Things Ooo
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essie Expressie Nail Polish in All Things Ooo

No time to do your nails? This sherbet-y shade from Essie’s new quick-drying collection is perfect for a poolside mani.

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OPI Mexico City Nail Lacquer Collection in Hue is The Artist?

Mexico City Nail Lacquer Collection in Hue is The Artist?
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OPI Mexico City Nail Lacquer Collection in Hue is The Artist?

This pale lavender from OPI's Mexico City collection is a stunning alternative to stark-white or nude.

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Sally Hansen Good. Kind. Pure. Nail Color in Meteorite

Good. Kind. Pure. Nail Color in Meteorite
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Sally Hansen Good. Kind. Pure. Nail Color in Meteorite

It's hard to find a bold metallic silver in a clean and vegan formula—but that's why Sally Hansen's new line is so genius.

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Orly Nail Lacquer in Blazing Sunset

Nail Lacquer in Blazing Sunset
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Orly Nail Lacquer in Blazing Sunset

It may be bold, but this creamy lacquer flatters every skin tone. Plus, does anything scream summer more than electric pink?

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Essie Nail Polish in Flying Solo

Nail Polish in Flying Solo
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Essie Nail Polish in Flying Solo

This pretty watermelon shade is great all season long, but it’s especially fun for Memorial Day and the 4th of July.

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Chanel Le Vernis Techno Bloom in Bleached Mauve

Le Vernis Techno Bloom in Bleached Mauve
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Chanel Le Vernis Techno Bloom in Bleached Mauve

We love a good nude polish any time of the year (and Chanel never does us wrong). This pretty, deep tan that looks gorgeous on all skin tones.

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JINSoon Tweety

Tweety
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JINSoon Tweety

Go bright or go home, right? This vibrant neon yellow is perfect for wearing when it gets warm.  

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Olive & June Nail Polish in BP

Nail Polish in BP
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Olive & June Nail Polish in BP

This pale blue from the beloved California nail chain's line is as pretty as it is unexpected—we love it for brides and anyone looking to switch up go-to pinks.

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Smith & Cult Forever Fades Fast

Forever Fades Fast
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Smith & Cult Forever Fades Fast

 A pretty pale rose is the perfect staple to go with everything—from a breezy white dress to a retro one-piece—this summer. 

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Zoya Birch

Birch
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Zoya Birch

For a pop of color that's not too striking, try this pastel take on lilac.

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NAILS INC. Kiss My Peach Duo Nail Set

Kiss My Peach Duo Nail Set
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NAILS INC. Kiss My Peach Duo Nail Set

In this peach-inspired set from Nails Inc, you get two velvety shades: one bright nectarine and another warm neutral.

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Côte No. 2

No. 2
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Côte No. 2

Credit: Côte

There's nothing chicer than a well-done white manicure, and summer is the perfect season to try the trend.

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