The perfect pink nail polish has always been an essential part of any beauty lover's collection. It creates a "your nails, but better" aesthetic that's pretty and polished without looking overdone. These days, it's all about sheer, glossy nails with just a hint of color, and we've rounded up a list of the eight best sheer pink nail polishes that deliver that barely-there look you've been seeing all over your Pinterest page.
From bubble gum pink to wow-worthy sparkles, our picks for the best sheer pink polishes have something for everyone. The best part? Every polish on this list costs less than $15.
Top Sheer Pink Nail Polishes
Best Vegan Sheer Pink Nail Polish:
Karma Organic Natural Nail Polish in Good Karma
Read more.Best Gel Sheer Pink Nail Polish:
GAOY Sheer Light Pink Gel Nail Polish in Milky Pink
Read more.Best Nourishing Sheer Pink Nail Polish:
Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish in Sheer Nirvana
Read more.Best Sparkly Sheer Pink Nail Polish:
OPI Sheer & Shimmer Finish Nail Polish in Gemini and I
Read more.Essie nail polish offers salon quality without the professional price tag. This sheer pink polish in the shade "Sugar Daddy" delivers the perfect amount of color and a glossy finish that catches the light beautifully. It's also available in 43 dazzling hues.
This gel polish in the shade "Milky Pink" ticks all the right boxes. The long-lasting design stays put for up to four weeks, the buildable color allows you to customize your look, and the large 16-ml size gives you more bang for your buck.
The shade "Bare Rose" ORLY's French Manicure collection looks like the most delicious slice of fresh watermelon, so it's basically a must for the hot summer months. The chip-resistant formula includes UV inhibitors that keep the color vibrant and reduce fading.
Why just paint your nails when you can nourish them at the same time? This Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish in the shade "Sheer Nirvana" is formulated with argan oil to provide intense hydration while delivering a gorgeous color that's fade-proof and chip-resistant.
With a quick-drying formula and dusty pink hue that's universally flattering, this BBIA Ready To Wear Nail Color Polish in the shade "Classic Rose" will soon become your new go-to polish. The buildable coverage can be as subtle or bold as you want it to be, depending on how many coats you apply.
Want nails that are as tough as...well, nails? This Essie Treat, Love, and Color Nail Care Polish in "Sheers to You" can help. It's formulated with calcium and camellia extract and is proven to strengthen nails in as little as three days.
Who couldn't use a little "Good Karma" in their life? This Karma Organic Natural Nail Polish features a vitamin-enriched formula that includes calcium and coffee extract, strengthening nails and preventing peeling. It's also formulated without toluene, formaldehyde, DBP, camphor, xylene, formaldehyde resin, or any other harmful chemicals.
Who says sheer pink polish can't come with a bit of razzle-dazzle? This OPI Nail Lacquer in the shade "Gemini and I" has a sparkly finish that's bold enough for a night out while still being understated enough for everyday wear. The fast-drying formula makes application a breeze.