Thank you for sharing your experience with our polish, Mary B. We're delighted to hear you loved the color. Yes, using a base coat and top coat is essential for a long-lasting manicure, as the base coat helps the polish adhere properly to the nail, while the top coat provides a protective layer. Chipping is highly likely with any nail polish without using a base or top coat.
We recommend following these steps for optimal results: Start with clean, degreased nails, apply a thin base coat, then two thin coats of color, allowing each coat to fully dry before applying the next. Finish with a top coat of your choice.