ZOYA Anchor Base Coat clear 0.5 oz — Big10Free vegan, long-wear grip and anti-stain protection

ZOYA Anchor Base Coat is a clear, flexible base that grips polish to your nail, prevents staining, and extends manicure wear.

Made by ZOYA, a salon-focused brand since 1986, Anchor is formulated to give salon-level durability without the harsh chemicals found in traditional bases. It creates a tacky, resilient layer that helps color adhere evenly while remaining gentle on natural nails. This clear base is Big10Free and vegan, designed to pair with any color and shield nails from pigment transfer.

How does ZOYA Anchor Base Coat make polish last longer?

Anchor forms a slightly textured, flexible film that bonds polish to the nail surface so chips and lifting are reduced. Its formulation balances strength with pliability to move with the nail and resist cracking.

• Creates a gripping surface for better adhesion
• Flexible film reduces edge lifting and cracking
• Clear finish maintains color vibrancy

Will this base coat protect against nail staining?

Yes — the clear barrier helps block pigments from seeping into the nail plate, so bold or deeply pigmented colors are less likely to cause discoloration. It’s especially useful under darker shades and long-wear formulas.

• Blocks pigment transfer to the nail
• Suitable under bright or deep polishes
• Helps nails look cleaner between manicures

Is ZOYA Anchor safe for sensitive nails or salon use?

ZOYA Anchor is formulated without common harsh ingredients and was created with professional standards in mind. Its Big10Free, vegan formula minimizes exposure to formaldehyde, toluene, and other aggressive solvents often avoided by sensitive users.

• Non-toxic, salon-quality base coat
• Free from formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, DBP and camphor
• Vegan and Big10Free formulation

How do I use this base coat for best results?

Apply Anchor to clean, dry nails before color. Allow a thin, even layer to dry briefly until tacky, then apply two coats of polish and finish with your preferred top coat for extended wear.

• Start with clean, oil-free nails
• Apply one thin base layer and let it set until slightly tacky
• Follow with color and a protective top coat

Who is this for: ZOYA Anchor Base Coat suits home users and professionals who want a dependable, health-conscious base that improves polish longevity. It’s a good choice for anyone seeking a cruelty-free, Big10Free product that prevents staining and helps manicures stay fresh longer without compromising nail flexibility.

• Non-toxic
• Contains no formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, dibutyl phthalate or camphor
• Long wearing

Ingredients

Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, SD Alcohol 40B (Alcohol Denat.), Heptane, Propyl Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Nitrocellulose, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Triphenyl Phosphate, Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate, Polyvinyl Butyral, Benzophenone-1, Calcium Pantothenate, Violet 2 (CI 60725).