Cherry Red Nail Polish

LONDONTOWN's cherry red nail polish collection spans seven shades, from sheer veils to full-pigment reds. Maraschino Cherry is a bright, true cherry red with a glossy, saturated finish; Perfecting Nail Veil #10 is a deep cherry cola-inspired nail veil that adds rich color while caring for the nail underneath; Elderberry is a deep berry red with year-round versatility; and Lady Luck is a sultry burgundy crème. Spilled Wine, Guarded Jewel, and Bell in Time round out the range with their own interpretations of red, from wine-toned to jewel-bright. With seven shades to choose from, there's a cherry red for everything from a sheer, everyday look to a fully saturated, bold manicure.

There's a cherry red to complement every skin tone. If you have a warmer or deeper undertone, consider a true, glossy red like Maraschino Cherry for a vibrant, juicy look. If you have a cooler or fairer undertone, burgundy-leaning shades like Lady Luck or Perfecting Nail Veil #10 can add depth while softening the contrast. If you're unsure of your undertone, blue-toned veins on the wrist can indicate cooler undertones, while greener-looking veins can suggest warmer undertones. When in doubt, swatch two shades side by side in natural light before committing to a full manicure. Cherry red has enough range that undertones are more about fine-tuning your choice than ruling any shade out.

LONDONTOWN's cherry red lakur shades are built on our Color + Care technology, so even a color as classic as cherry red receives the same care-focused formula approach as the rest of the collection. Shades like Maraschino Cherry and Elderberry are infused with our proprietary Florium Complex, a botanical blend that helps nourish and strengthen nails during and after wear. The result combines rich, saturated cherry red color with nail care benefits in every manicure.

Yes. Cherry red nail polish shades like Maraschino Cherry and Elderberry are held to the same clean formulation standard as the rest of the LONDONTOWN lineup. They are vegan and cruelty-free with PETA certification, 21+ Free, breathable, and paraben-free.

For a streak-free cherry red manicure, focus on thin, even layers. Start with a base coat like Nail Hardener & Base Coat to create a smooth canvas. Apply the first coat in three main strokes—one down the center and one on each side—without overworking the polish. Let the first coat dry for a full minute before adding a second thin coat for full opacity. For a sheer veil shade like Perfecting Nail Veil #10, one thin coat is often enough, as building up multiple coats can affect the intended sheer finish. Finish with a top coat to lock in shine and help protect against chipping. Two thin coats of full-pigment color will typically create a cleaner, more even result than one thick coat, especially when finished with the protective shine of High Gloss Top Coat.