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Sally Hansen Nail Treatment - 45077 Hard As Nails Clear Hardener - 0.45 fl oz - 2 of 4Sally Hansen Nail Treatment - 45077 Hard As Nails Clear Hardener - 0.45 fl oz - 3 of 4Sally Hansen Nail Treatment - 45077 Hard As Nails Clear Hardener - 0.45 fl oz - 4 of 4
Sally Hansen Nail Treatment - 45077 Hard As Nails Clear Hardener - 0.45 fl oz - 1 of 4

Sally Hansen Nail Treatment - 45077 Hard As Nails Clear Hardener - 0.45 fl oz

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About this item

Highlights

  • STRENGTHENS - blend of film-formers protects and strengthens nails
  • PROTECTS - Prevents nail chipping, splitting, cracking
  • LONG LASTING - lost lasting nail protection
  • UNIQUE FORMULA - original nail clinic in a bottle
  • HOW TO USE - Apply to bare nails and under nail tips

Description

For when you want your nails to grow stronger and longer, Sally Hansen’s Hard as Nails® is here to help. With a unique blend of film-formers for perfect shatterproof protection from chipping or cracking. This clear nail strengthener is specially formulated for strengthening weak, brittle nails. Ideal for quick fixes everywhere you go!
Color Finish: Smooth
Beauty Purpose: Nail Care
Features: Strengthens Nails
TCIN: 52475778
UPC: 074170450774
Item Number (DPCI): 052-06-0277
Origin: Assem In USA w/ foreign parts
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Ingredients:

butyl acetate, ethyl acetate, isopropyl alcohol, nitrocellulose, adipic acid/neopentyl glycol/trimellitic anhydride copolymer, n-butyl alcohol, trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate, camphor, benzophenone-1, d&c violet no. 2 (ci 60725)

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 5.39 inches length x 2.75 inches width x 1.14 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.11 pounds
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Q: Can this be used as a top coat?

submitted by 12345678 - 1 year ago
  • A: How long does it take to dru

    submitted byMorghan Pickens - 1 year ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question. For the best results, we recommend ensuring this product is the first layer on your nails. It will work best when it comes directly in contact with your nails. With this, we would recommend using our Hard As Nails Hardener as your base coat and trying our Advanced Hard As Nails Strengthening Top Coat to finish off your manicure. Our Advanced Hard As Nails Strengthening Top Coat contains a unique blend of film-formers that shields nails for long-lasting protection against chipping, splitting, and cracking. We hope you give it a try! If you have any other questions, please reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, and we'll be happy to help.

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this product appropiate to use on a nail is has already split longitudinally near the tip of one nail causing the corner of the nail to change to a paper tine consistency?

submitted by Cromwell - 3 months ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question. Our Hard As Nails Hardener should work well for all nails, including very weak, fragile nails! We hope you give it a try! If you have any other questions, please reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, and we'll be happy to help.

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 3 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I apply gel polish on top of it ?

submitted by Sarah - 8 months ago
  • A: Hello there! Yes you can apply Gel Polish over the top of the Hard as Nails Hardener. We hope this helps! If you have any other questions or comments, please let us know. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or chat with us through the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be used under dip powder?

submitted by Gabby - 11 months ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question. We would recommend asking the manufacturer of the dip powder you would be using, as you most likely will need bare nails for the dip powder system to work effectively. If you have any other questions, please reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, and we'll be happy to help.

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 11 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I use this with Sally Hansen Hard As Nails Strengthener polish? If so, which should I apply first?

submitted by ChattyCathy - 1 year ago
  • A: Great question! Yes, you can definitely use Sally Hansen nail treatments with nail polish. In fact, many Sally Hansen products are designed to be used as a base coat, providing a strengthening or protective layer before applying nail polish. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: How often can I apply the product to my nails?

submitted by Leigh - 2 years ago
  • A: Great question Leight! . Apply 1 - 2 coats on bare nails or under nail color. After 7 days, remove and repeat. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: I use to get a gel manicure and then I started getting acrylic overlay with gel polish. I removed all of that. I want to get my nails healthy again but they keep splitting vertically and peeling. What can I use?

submitted by Donna - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question. Our Hard As Nails Hardener would be a great option to help improve your nails. You could also try our Nail Rehab as well! Please visit our website to learn more about these products. If you have any other questions, please reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, and we'll be happy to help.

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be used a base coat?

submitted by Nix - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question and for your interest in our Sally Hansen Hard As Nails Hardener! Yes, you can use this nail treatment alone on bare nails or as a strengthening base coat under your favorite nail color. We hope this helps! If you have any additional questions, we invite you to reach out to our team at 1-800-953-5080. It would be our pleasure to assist you further!

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does this dry SHINY? Or an invisible clear?

submitted by Brian - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your question. This product dries clear and shiny. We hope you give it a try! If you have any other questions, please reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, and we'll be happy to help.

    submitted byTheSallyHansenTeam - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

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This nail treatment has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its ability to strengthen and protect weak nails while others express disappointment over its durability and effectiveness. Guests appreciate the quick drying time and glossy finish, making it suitable for a natural look. However, some report issues with chipping and peeling, suggesting that consistent application is key to achieving the best results. Overall, it serves as a reliable option for those seeking to improve nail health.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.4 out of 5 stars with 4075 reviews
    easy to apply: 4.85 out of 5
    easy to remove: 4.57 out of 5
    long lasting: 3.74 out of 5
    quality: 3.87 out of 5
    value: 3.85 out of 5
    64% would recommend
    42 recommendations
    5 out of 5 stars
    20 August, 2026
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    a must

    After doing gel, my nails were super weak, and I barely had any nails. I bought this to try it out, and omg it did wonders; around a month in, my nails were back to almost normal.
    ElizabethM
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    11 August, 2026Verified purchase

    Stronger nail treatment

    Actually works to prevent chipping
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    1 August, 2026Verified purchase

    Waste of money

    I had long nails super long nails then I used this nail polish it didn’t help. One broke and that’s how it went it didn’t make my nails any stronger. I thought this stuff was going to be good for my nails I was probably better off not even buying this product and leaving my nails alone. It was just a waste of money back to short nails again sadly. Ugh. If you’re thinking about this product you probably don’t need it there’s probably a better nail polish to protect long nails. I don’t think this is the right polish. It also peels off super fast like within one day or two I didn’t even do dishes or anything. I would just pass on it and if you have long nails and want to preserve them all you can do is go to a nail salon and have them protect it with gel polish or whatever stuff they use on keeping natural nails nice. It’s just a waste of money maybe made for young girls to play pretend manicure? That’s all I can think. I would totally return it but I don’t have my receipt I’ll probably just throw it away.
    Tracy
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    29 July, 2026Verified purchase

    great product

    product allowed my nails to heal and grow
    Abc
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    9 June, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Too thick. Doesn’t work
    easy to apply: 1 out of 5
    easy to remove: 1 out of 5
    long lasting: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    19 May, 2026Verified purchase

    Classic for a reason

    This product works! It does what it promises. And how CUTE is the apothecary looking bottle? never change it please!
    Seekinggoodvalue
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    26 April, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    This has helped my nails grow! One coat helps keep the nails from breaking. Has a stronger smell to it, but the smell goes away when dried.
    Jordan
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 4 out of 5
    long lasting: 4 out of 5
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    24 April, 2026Verified purchase

    Works to protect weak nails

    I needed something to support nails that are weak and lightly separating at the tips, while I wait for them to recover. I don't like to paint my nails a color, but I liked the idea of this, and really needed to try something. I like this product in that it dries quickly and feels strong, but it has a tendancy to trap bubbles if the layer isn't THIN. I'd suggest never laying even a semi-thick layer unless you're covering it with opaque color. It also peels within a week, but I am fairly active with my hands. I have to reapply every few days, which I don't love, but I do love that my nails feel hard and protected while it's on. Also, when it peels, the nails underneath don't appear damaged in any way by the treatment. (If I try to peel it before it naturally detaches, the nail surface looks a little rough.) I will keep using it.
    CMinPok
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 3 out of 5
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    11 February, 2026Verified purchase

    Hard as nails

    Sally Hansens nail treatment is great. It keeps my nails from breaking and cracking.
    Karatemom
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    3 out of 5 stars
    8 February, 2026
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    It’s alright.

    It takes a really long time to dry and if you don’t prep your nails, it can just peel off entirely at the slightest interaction. Bottle design and brush is nice, leaves a pretty tint as well, very natural-looking. It’s not a bad product by any means but I prefer their nail strengthener instead.
    1 reply from Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs team - 7 months ago
    Hi there, thank you for taking the time to try our Hard As Nails Hardener and for sharing your experience! We are sorry to hear this product takes a long time to dry and peels off easily. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we encourage you to reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or chat with us through the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
    Hannah B
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    6 January, 2026Verified purchase

    From brittle chipped nails to strong long nails!

    This stuff works. I’m not a person that writes reviews but I had to for this product. For anyone that struggles with growing their natural nails, brittle, thin, etc. I’m 27 years old and I have never had nails as long and strong as they are now thanks to Sally Hansen nail hardener. Buy it, you’ll be as happy as I am! The first photo is from November 2025 and the second photo is from today, January 2026.
    Alicia
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    7 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    12 December, 2025
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sally Hansen Hard as Nails

    It’s lightweight, not gloopy, and goes on like a clear polish. Dries fast, too. You can wear it alone for a natural glossy look or use it as a base coat under color. Affordable, dependable, and great for anyone whose nails need a little armor. A drugstore staple that still delivers.
    mariahw154_7474
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    31 October, 2025Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    sally hansen has always worked for my nails.
    sunscreen
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    5 out of 5 stars
    29 October, 2025
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    Great rehab product

    Broke one of my nails and this worked wonders to strengthen it back up. Packaging was easy to open and use. Drying time was average for a nail polish. It applied just like a regular polish was, did have a scent but not too bad and was very affordable.
    korrinw_978
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    28 October, 2025
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    Great natural nail look

    This is a great product when you want your nails to look healthy and strengthen. Gives a great natural nail look and makes them look polished without actual color.
    carolaef08_227
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    26 October, 2025
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    Definitely strengthens my nails!

    The shine this polish holds is incredible...for a natural nail girlie I highly recommend it! Great price too for the spa look. Nice and shiny and definitely strengthens my nails and color can be overlayed and also be your top coat!
    igamenari420_220
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    23 October, 2025Verified purchase

    Great purchase

    Great value helps nails from chipping. keeps nails strong. Best value
    Luz
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    16 October, 2025
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    Fab!

    Gorgeous colour with quick dry time. I find this product lasts along time and doesn’t chip as easily as some other brands. It really does help strengthen my nails!
    stephaniea836_3538
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    10 October, 2025
    originally posted on influenster.com
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    Will strengthen and grow your nails

    If you are trying to strengthen and grow out your nails, I highly recommend this product. I haves used this and it original form for years and it works like a charm. You can apply daily and you may see some chips after a week but just remove and start over. It worked wonders for me, especially in between having acrylic nails.
    shannonm16_6037
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    10 October, 2025Verified purchase

    Makes a difference!

    It’s not a miracle worker, but my nails are thin and fragile from acrylics & a few coats of this makes them SO much more comfortable! Plus they look clean and shiny! I reapply every few days because it does seem to wear off a little, but it dries super quickly so I don’t mind.
    jesskren
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 4 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    3 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

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