For those seeking to maintain polished hands without frequent salon visits, nude nail polish emerges as a practical and forgiving solution. Its subtle nature allows for minor imperfections to go unnoticed and ensures it never clashes with any outfit. This guide explores three top nude nail polish recommendations across various price points.

In the Budget category, Revolution Express nail varnish in Bare Nude, priced at £2 for 10ml from boots.com, offers exceptional value. Despite taking slightly longer than the advertised 60 seconds to dry, its affordability is unmatched on the High Street. This polish features beautiful rosy undertones and provides opaque coverage with just one coat. A minor consideration is its rather large brush, which requires careful application for those with smaller nail beds, though this may not be an issue for everyone.

Moving to the Mid-range, Essie To The Rescue Nail Polish, available for £10.99 for 13.5ml at Boots, has been hailed as a gel-free alternative. Discovered in January, this product offers a perfect sheer-pink finish while also actively strengthening nails and promoting faster growth, with noticeable results within a week of wear. It eliminates the need for a separate base or top coat, streamlining the application process, and dries with a luxurious gel-like shine. While the formula tends to thicken after a few months of regular use, its longevity means repurchasing is infrequent, making it a cost-effective choice compared to fortnightly manicures.

For a Luxury experience, Biosculpture Gemini Polish in A Breath Of Fresh Air, priced at £15.50 from biosculpture.co.uk, offers the quality expected from a high-end brand. Previously a choice for professional gel manicures, Biosculpture's Gemini range provides the same beloved shades in a DIY-friendly polish format, ideal for touching up chips between appointments. This polish is lauded for its fast-drying and long-wearing properties. Its formula is enriched with aloe vera, ginseng, and a cocktail of vitamins, contributing to overall nail health.

Beyond nail care, this week's recommended Pick of the Week for perfume enthusiasts is the Maison L’Occitane en Provence Flora Orchestra Fragrance Collection. Starting from £65 for 100ml, this extensive line-up features 14 distinct Eau De Parfums and Eau De Toilettes. Each fragrance is crafted from a rich blend of fruits, flowers, and botanicals, including notes like wisteria, violet, apricot, musk, vanilla, and cedarwoods, ensuring a diverse range to suit every individual taste. The collection is available for purchase at loccitane.com.