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Essie

4.4 • 62 Reviews

Essie sells an array of 8-free, vegan, high-quality nail products for that flawless and perfect manicure

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Essie earns strong reviews as a reliable, salon-classic polish brand with standout color variety and generally long-lasting wear, including quick-dry Expressie and gel-like Gel Couture that resist smudging and chipping. Reviews also note drawbacks: some shades apply thin or patchy, chipping can occur sooner than competitors for certain users, brushes vary from narrow to awkward, and occasional strong odor or uneven texture appears in select bottles.

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  • 9d ago

    I've been an essie fan for a while but I just tried their quick dry expressie nail polish and I'm really liking it! It really does dry fast which is so nice as someone who's always smudging their nail polish before it dries!

  • 8mo ago

    This nail polish is a stunning blue, almost navy blue shade that adds a touch of boldness to your nails. I like that it’s very quick to dry because I hate having to fan my hands or wait a long time for my nails to dry. The texture is very smooth and it dries down evenly without creating any bubbles or ridges. I think that the highlight of this polish is the applicator since the brush is uniquely shaped so you can use it with both hands comfortably. I always end up with a mess left hand mani but this brush actually helps you apply polish without the hassle with both hands! I can’t complain about anything!

  • 8mo ago

    I’ve tried my fair share of nailpolishes and, even though I try and go for the cheaper options here and there, whenever I go back to Essie, I can immediately feel the difference. Great color selection, great application.

  • 8mo ago

    I have been using this nail polish for many years now and its really good! Paired with a clear coat, the polish lasts a good amount of time on nails and there are so many cute color options! I think it is a bit pricey but its a trusted brand.

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Essie sells an array of 8-free, vegan, high-quality nail products for that flawless and perfect manicure