MelodySusie sells four genuinely different gel polish formulas, and the one that's right for you depends entirely on your skin, your budget, and what you're trying to do with your nails. If you've landed here trying to figure out which one to buy, you've already done the hard part. This post puts all four head to head on pigmentation, cure time, HEMA content, and wear length so you leave with a clear answer, not more tabs to open.
The best MelodySusie gel polish overall is the Fleurwee Plant-Based Gel, rated 5.0 across 307 reviews and the only formula in the lineup that's HEMA-free, HPMA-free, and TPO-free. But whether Fleurwee is right for you depends on what the other three formulas offer, and where each one falls short. This comparison covers all of it.
Which MelodySusie Gel Polish Formula Should You Buy?
The right formula comes down to four buyer profiles. Value-focused beginners who want strong pigmentation at the lowest per-bottle price should go straight to the TPO-Free Thick Gel at $7.99. Anyone with sensitive skin or a known HEMA reaction needs the Fleurwee Plant-Based Gel, full stop. Nail art users who want a magnetic shimmer effect will find the Jeweliver Cat Eye set gives them 28-day wear and a magnet that reacts cleanly. And for party season or holiday manicures, the Galaliver Glitter 12-color set works out far cheaper per bottle than buying individual glitter shades.
All four formulas cure under any standard UV or LED lamp, so your existing lamp works regardless of which formula you pick.
TPO-Free Thick Gel: Best Value Pick
At $7.99 a bottle (down from $9.99), the best MelodySusie gel polish for anyone watching their budget is the TPO-Free Thick Gel. The pigmentation is the standout selling point here: white goes on smooth and fully opaque in two thin coats, which is rare at this price point. Pastels and neons cover evenly without patchiness. The thicker consistency is a genuine advantage for beginners because it gives you more control at the cuticle line and reduces flooding, one of the main reasons home manicures go wrong.
Cure time runs 90 to 120 seconds under UV or LED. Wear length holds around 21 days with a solid top coat seal. The formula is TPO-free, though it does contain HEMA, so if you have a HEMA sensitivity this is not the right pick for you.
The one objection most buyers raise is the base coat and top coat situation. They're sold separately. Factor that into your total cost upfront: MelodySusie sells both individually, so pairing them with this formula keeps your whole setup within the same brand without jumping up in price significantly. Use code OFF8 at checkout for an additional 8% off on top of the current sale price, which applies sitewide.
For a deeper look at the HEMA-free side of the thick gel range, the MelodySusie HEMA-Free Gel Polish review covers what changes when you remove HEMA from the standard formula.
Fleurwee Plant-Based Gel: Best for Sensitive Skin
The Fleurwee Plant-Based Gel Polish by MelodySusie ($49.99, down from $59.99) is the only formula in this lineup that's HEMA-free, HPMA-free, and TPO-free, and that matters if your skin reacts to conventional gel formulas. Buyers with known nail product sensitivities consistently call this the formula that finally works for them, with a 5.0 rating across 307 verified reviews.
The application feels noticeably different from the thick gel. The brush is self-leveling, which smooths out the formula even if your brush technique isn't consistent. Full opacity lands in one to two thin coats, curing in 60 to 90 seconds under any UV or LED lamp. Chip-free wear holds at 21 days, matching the thick gel, but without the HEMA load.
The gift box format means you get four shades, a nail brush set, a vase, dried flowers, and a sticker, which makes this the obvious buy if you're shopping for someone else or want a full kit rather than individual bottles. The per-bottle cost is higher than the standard thick gel, and that's the honest trade-off: you're paying for a cleaner ingredient story and the extras in the box. For buyers who've had reactions to other gel polishes, it's not a difficult trade-off to make.
Note: the MSOFF15 code (15% off orders over $129.99) does not apply to the Fleurwee gift box specifically. Use OFF8 here for the 8% sitewide discount.
For the full breakdown on this formula, see the MelodySusie Plant-Based Gel Polish Fleurwee review.
How MelodySusie's top gel polish formulas compare
Jeweliver Cat Eye Gel: Best for Nail Art
The Jeweliver Cat Eye Gel Polish Set by MelodySusie ($45.99 for 6 colors, down from $59.94) is the answer for buyers who want a magnetic shimmer effect without guesswork. Cat eye gel requires a magnet tool held over wet polish before curing, and the included magnet stick reacts fast enough that the shimmer line forms cleanly on the first pass. You're not fighting the formula to get the effect.
The set covers pink and red tones across six shades, which is a practical range for building variety without committing to one color. Two coats is standard for the cat eye formula since the metallic base reads stronger with the second layer. Cure time runs 60 to 90 seconds under UV, and the 28-day wear rating holds well when you seal with a proper top coat.
The honest cons: this formula is not HEMA-free or TPO-free, and the magnet mechanic does require a steadier hand than a standard polish application. It's not complicated once you've done it once, but first-timers should practice the magnet angle before committing to a full set. If you've never done cat eye gel before, the MelodySusie Cat Eye Gel Polish guide walks through the technique in detail.
The Jeweliver Cat Eye is better than the Galaliver Glitter for nail art precision. The glitter set gives you more color range; the cat eye gives you a specific, repeatable effect that looks more intentional on short and medium nail lengths.
Galaliver Glitter Gel: Best for Special Occasions
The Galaliver Glitter Gel Polish Set by MelodySusie ($89.99 for 12 colors, down from $130.87) makes the math easy: buying all 12 shades as a set costs roughly $7.50 per bottle compared to significantly more if you were to piece together individual glitter gels. The color range spans party-ready metallics, holographic finishes, and holiday-appropriate tones, so one set carries you through most occasions without reordering.
The formula is low-odor despite the glitter load, which matters for at-home use. Cure time runs 60 to 120 seconds under UV or LED, and the shine payoff after top coat is strong with no dulling of the glitter particles. Wear holds at 21-plus days.
The removal process is the honest trade-off here: glitter formulas are harder to soak off than solid colors and take longer with acetone and foil wraps. Budget extra time on removal day. This formula also contains HEMA, so it's not the right pick for sensitive skin buyers.
If you're ordering the Galaliver set alongside other MelodySusie products and your cart clears $129.99, use code MSOFF15 for 15% off (note this code excludes the Fleurwee gift box). The full breakdown on the glitter line is in the MelodySusie Glitter Gel Polish review.
Final Verdict: Which MelodySusie Gel Polish Wins?
The best MelodySusie gel polish overall is the Fleurwee Plant-Based Gel at $49.99. A 5.0 rating across 307 reviews is not a small sample, and the HEMA-free, HPMA-free, TPO-free formula is the reason buyers who've had reactions to other gel polishes keep coming back to it. The self-leveling application, 21-day chip-free wear, and gift box extras make it the strongest value for the money when you factor in what you're actually getting.
For pure budget value, the TPO-Free Thick Gel at $7.99 is the pick. For nail art, Jeweliver Cat Eye. For special occasions, Galaliver Glitter.
Whichever formula you're buying, use code OFF8 for 8% off sitewide at checkout.
