Out of glossy top coat. I only have a satin finish sealer and I just want that wet, glassy shine.
Can you use base coat as top coat in a pinch? Or does it leave tacky, streaky nails?
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Yes, base coat works as a top coat in a pinch… It dries hard and protects the color, and it’s usually not tacky. You won’t get that thick glassy look, since base coat is made thin and a bit matte so polish has something to grip (more on that here).
I’ve done this when I ran out. Looked fine, just a bit flat. The only time I got streaks was when I dragged the brush over polish that wasn’t dry yet.
If you want more shine, do one thin layer of base coat, let it dry, then buff with a cloth that has some cuticle oil on it.
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Works in a pinch if you really have to but no wet, glassy finish, and it may pick up lint and don’t use a gel base.