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Amal Clooney Uses This $10 Nail Polish for Her ‘Princess Manicure’

The 'princess manicure' is the elegant, everyday nail look we're obsessed with

VIENNA, AUSTRIA - MAY 17: Human rights activist and lawyer Amal Clooney attends the international digital festival 4Gamechangers 2023 at Marx Halle Wien on May 17, 2023 in Vienna, Austria. (Photo by Heinz-Peter Bader/Getty Images)
Human rights activist and lawyer Amal Clooney attends the international digital festival 4Gamechangers 2023 at Marx Halle Wien on May 17, 2023 in Vienna, Austria. Photo by Heinz-Peter Bader/Getty Images

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Amal Clooney’s manicures are the epitome of timeless elegance, earning the nickname “princess manicure” in beauty circles. But the secret behind her flawless, understated nails might surprise you. It’s a simple, budget-friendly nail polish that’s currently available for just $10 thanks to Amazon’s Black Friday Week sale.

Celebrity manicurist Julie K Nails took to Instagram to share the secret behind Clooney’s red carpet manicure, which was Essie’s Gel Couture Nail Polish in the shade “Pre-Show Jitters,” which she described as “a full coverage white with a hint of pink to soften it.”

The Essie Gel Couture system is a game-changer for anyone who wants the look and durability of a gel manicure — without having to book an expensive nail appointment. This innovative formula offers a two-step system: a color coat and an $8 top coat that works together to deliver a long-lasting, high-shine finish.

Unlike traditional gels, Essie Gel Couture air dries quickly, making it perfect for at-home use or quick touch-ups. Not to mention, the formula is designed to resist chipping and peeling for up to 14 days, all while keeping nails glossy and vibrant. It also doesn’t feel thick or heavy like some gel polishes.

WINDSOR, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex leaves Windsor Castle in the Ascot Landau carriage during a procession after getting married at St Georges Chapel on May 19, 2018 in Windsor, England. Prince Henry Charles Albert David of Wales marries Ms. Meghan Markle in a service at St George's Chapel inside the grounds of Windsor Castle. Among the guests were 2200 members of the public, the royal family and Ms. Markle's mother, Doria Ragland. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)

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Amazon customers love the simplicity of Essie’s Gel Couture Nail Polish. One shopper was surprised that it “dries rather quickly for a regular polish” and that it “lasts way longer than anything [they’ve] ever used before.” Another shopper said it’s “pretty long-wearing” and “easy to apply,” noting that “the colors are great.”

Whether you’re after long-lasting wear or a vibrant, glossy finish, Essie’s Gel Couture Nail Polish offers salon-quality nails without the fuss. You’ll be a pro at the ‘princess manicure’ in no time!

Get the Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish for $10 (originally $12) at Amazon! Please note. prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

Looking for something else? Explore more from Essie here and more white nail polishes here! Don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

Related: Amal Clooney Uses This $26 Volumizing Spray for Bombshell Blowouts

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