No. 118, $18
The founders of Côte wanted to create a clean nail polish brand that still delivered a salon-worthy experience. And they succeeded. Côte's polishes are not only free of major toxins and allergens, they have a silky-smooth formula that doesn't chip easily. The brand's chalky light blue screams spring.
Blueprint, $10
When a big, bold look is what you're after, turn to ILNP. This indie nail brand sells lots of gorgeous holographic, metallic, chrome and shimmer shades for manis everyone will be talking about. This ultra metallic electric blue is out of this world.
Nail Artist - The Basic Bitch, $28
This indie nail brand marries nourishing formulas with luxurious, sustainable packaging. How chic would a bottle (or two, or three) of Emilie Heathe's polishes look on your nightstand? Plus, 1 percent of each sale goes to environmental organizations. Our favorite option is this not-so-basic black to channel your inner badass.