Allure tested red, nude, pale pink, bright, dark, and trendy polishes for Best of Beauty, as well as base coats, top coats, cuticle oil, and remover. The top contenders were featured in October’s issue. OPI Nail Lacquer in Malaga Wine faired better than other red polishes; Chanel Nail Color in Paradoxal – a gray-tinged eggplant shade – won out for best trendy polish.

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