Basis of Everything is an ultra-adherent base coat that creates a smooth surface for nail polish.
Basis of Everything
Basis of Everything is an ultra-adherent base coat that creates a smooth surface for nail polish. Basis of Everything
Base Coat

Nail Polish

$18.00
Rated 5.0 out of 5
Based on 6 reviews

Basis of Everything is an ultra-adherent base coat that creates a smooth surface f...

Basis of Everything is an ultra-adherent base coat that creates a smooth surface for nail polish. Vegan, cruelty-free & 8-free formula. Go easy on the planet, go hard on nail art.


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Basis of Everything

Ultra-adherent resinous base coat

High quality

Vegan

Cruelty Free

Long Lasting

always 8-free (no nasties)

High quality

Vegan

Cruelty Free

Long Lasting

always 8-free (no nasties)

Benefits

  • Vegan
  • 8-Free Formula: No Dibutyl Phthalate, Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, Xylene, Ethyl Tosylamide, & Triphenyl Phosphate
  • Gluten-Free

How to Use

Apply a thin coat to clean & dry nails before putting on nail lacquer.

Ingredients

Alcohol Denat., Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Polyvinyl Butyral, Nitrocellulose, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzophenone-1. May Contain/Peut Contenir (±): CI 15850 (Red 6), CI 60725 (Violet 2)

Benefits

  • Vegan
  • 8-Free Formula: No Dibutyl Phthalate, Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, Xylene, Ethyl Tosylamide, & Triphenyl Phosphate
  • Gluten-Free

How to Use

Apply a thin coat to clean & dry nails before putting on nail lacquer.

Ingredients

Alcohol Denat., Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Polyvinyl Butyral, Nitrocellulose, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzophenone-1. May Contain/Peut Contenir (±): CI 15850 (Red 6), CI 60725 (Violet 2)

What is 8 free ?

This means that the polish you know and love is free from 8 harmful chemicals: Dibutyl Phthalate, Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, Xylene, Ethyl Tosylamide, & Triphenyl Phosphate. We’ve carefully formulated our polishes to be cleaner and safer, without sacrificing smooth coverage, brilliant shine, and longevity.

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Rated 5 out of 5
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Reviewed by Pamela B.
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I recommend this product
Age Range
55 - 64
Skin Type
Sensitive
Skin tone
Fair
Product Standouts
  • Long-Lasting
  • Smooth Coverage
  • Staying Power
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

The Longest Lasting Polish I Have Found

I love the Smith & Cult nail polish; they are the longest lasting without chipping that I have ever used.

I have several of the polishes and use nothing else. I do wish the bottles had a little more in them, they seem to run out quickly. I highly recommend these products.

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Reviewed by Kathy S.
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I recommend this product
Age Range
55 - 64
Skin Type
Sensitive
Skin tone
Fair
Product Standouts
  • Staying Power
  • Chip Resistant
Rated 5 out of 5
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Great product!

Love it. Really helps the polish to last…

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Reviewed by Susan
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I recommend this product
Age Range
55 - 64
Skin Type
Normal
Skin tone
Medium
Product Standouts
  • Long-Lasting
  • Easy Application
  • Staying Power
  • Chip Resistant
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Works perfectly with S&C polishes

I forgot I had the Smith & Cult base coat in my cupboard and used it the other day when I did my nails. What a difference in how long the polish lasts! It is a must to use with my favorite polish! Am buying another today to make sure I have it on hand always.

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Reviewed by Lisa M.
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I recommend this product
Age Range
45 - 54
Skin Type
Normal
Skin tone
Fair
Product Standouts
  • Long-Lasting
  • Great Ingredients
  • Smooth Coverage
  • Easy Application
Rated 5 out of 5
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The best base coat

I will use nothing but this as a base coat. It is simply perfection - it protects the nail, and extends the wear of the Polish.

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Reviewed by Linda K.
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I recommend this product
Age Range
65+
Skin Type
Oily
Skin tone
Fair
Product Standouts
  • Long-Lasting
  • Easy Application
  • Staying Power
  • Chip Resistant
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

This is the best base coat made

I used this base coat for years and loved it. Then the formula was changed and it wasn't as good. Smith and Cult listened to customers and the old formula is back. I do my own nails, and I've never had great nails (they tend to chip and peel easily), but this last manicure I gave myself is going on a week and I've only noticed one tiny chip today on one nail. It's truly marvelous. Plus, I think a company that listens to customers deserves our support!!! So happy to have the original base coat back!

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FAQS

Why is the cap on my nail lacquer dented?

The deliberate denting you see on Smith & Cult’s packaging serves a dual purpose; personality and precision. Our brand represents beauty that embraces imperfections; the pristine high-end packaging married to the differentiating indentations represents just that. The added bonus to our one and only denting design is the grip factor – use the dents for a sturdier hold. The nail lacquer cap also houses a petite cap for those that prefer even more precision.

Are your nail polishes vegan?

Yes! There are no animal derived ingredients in our polishes, and they have not been tested on animals.

Are your polishes toxic chemical free?

All Smith & Cult polishes are 8-free, meaning they are formulated without eight harmful chemicals commonly found in nail polish: No Dibutyl Phthalate, Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, Xylene, Ethyl Tosylamide, & Triphenyl Phosphate. We’re all about clean formulas with compromising on performance!