Step 1 Prep
Prep cuticles, nail, and skin with Ready. Prep. Go. Advanced Cuticle Remover.
Boatloads Of Love
Equal parts comforting and captivating, you can’t help but fall head over heels for this off-white nail polish with refined blue pearls.
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RICH COLOR & SHINE: All essie Original nail polishes offer a salon-quality, billion pigment formula that is vegan, providing saturated color payoff and shine in every coat.
PATENTED CAMEL-STEM BRUSH: Our exclusive, patented camel-stem brush is designed for professional results at home. It provides controlled formula flow for precise application, ensuring a smooth, even finish.
FLAWLESS APPLICATION: Achieve the perfect manicure and pedicure by applying two coats. Apply a think first layer and then a second while tacky for a vivid, streak-free finish.
7-DAY WEAR: Elevate your look with a base and top coat. A base coat strengthens your nails and creates a smooth base, while a top coat locks in color with lasting shine and chip protection. Enjoy up to 7-day wear when paired with our Stay Longer top coat.BEST SELLER: 1 bottle of essie Original nail polish is sold every 5 seconds.*
KEY FEATURES:
This product comes in a glass bottle:
Size: 0.46 ounces
Product Description: 1.140" Width: 1.140" Height: 3.543"
Product Form: Liquid Polish
NAIL TYPE: essie Original polish is ideal for consumers looking for a salon-quality manicure at home with saturated color payoff.*L’Oreal custom product hierarchy calc based on USxAOC NIQ Scantrack for nail color. 52WE 12/ 27/25. © 2026, Nielsen Consumer LLC
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Prep: 1 coat of essie Strong Start base coat to strengthen nails and create a smooth base.
Color: 2 coats of your favorite essie Original nail polish for rich color and shine.
Shine: 1 coat of of essie Stay Longer top coat to lock in color with lasting shine and chip protection.
Care: Finish with On A Roll Apricot Nail & Cuticle Oil to condition cuticles and prevent dryness.
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essie is a vegan brand – contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Full ingredient list:
BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, SILICA, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, OCTOCRYLENE, N-BUTYL ALCOHOL, HEXANAL, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, LITHOTHAMNIUM CALCARUM EXTRACT/LITHOTHAMNION CALCAREUM EXTRACT, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DIMETHICONE, MANNITOL, COLOPHONIUM/ROSIN/COLOPHANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, BARIUM SULFATE, TIN OXIDE, ZINC SULFATE. MAY CONTAIN Cl 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, Cl 77491, Cl 77492/IRON OXIDES, MICA, Cl 77266/BLACK 2, Cl 77742/MANGANESE VIOLET, Cl 19140/YELLOW 5 LAKE, Cl 15850/RED 6 LAKE, Cl 15880/RED 34 LAKE, Cl 77510/FERRIC AMMONIUM, FERROCYANIDE, Cl 12085/RED 36, Cl 73360/RED 30, Cl 15850/RED 7 LAKE
Original Nail Polish Frequently Asked Questions:
- Using a base coat and topcoat with essie’s original enamel nail polish can help improve the wear of your manicure and increase shine. A base coat can prolong the life of your manicure, prevent chipping, and nourish your nails. A top coat can help your manicure dry faster, last longer, or create a shiny or matte texture.
- You can find essie Original enamel nail polish at most drug stores and cosmetic stores. You can also find e-retailers that carry essie enamel nail polish right here on our website.
- Essie and Gel by essie are formulated without the ingredient TPO.* The use of TPO in classic nail polishes has never been permitted, therefore absent from the brand's formulas since inception.
- essie Original enamel nail polish typically lasts up to 7 days with proper application. Using a base coat and sealing your manicure with a top coat helps reduce chipping and keeps your color looking fresh.
Enhance your manicure
Step 2 Prime
Apply 1 coat of base coat to reinforce and harden nails.
Step 3 Paint
Apply 2 coats of essie original nail polish.
Step 4 Seal
Apply 1 coat of top coat for a plump, shiny finish.
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"essie original color is iconic. I love the brush, the hundreds of colors to choose from, and the fact that it was my first favorite." - Rita Remark, essie Global Brand Ambassador
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5 out of 5 stars.
More layers needed but really pretty
3 years ago
I was looking for a specific kind of color: a white with a hint of pink that softens the harshness of the white. It's a true baby's breath pinky white. Here, I underlaid it with a layer of Blanc so the super subtle shimmer would pop a little more. I was worried because white usually turn out streaky & chalky on me but I only needed 2 coats to get it to look I wanted, which in the photo is the ring finger. I like to do my own nails but I think with this color, I would pay someone to make them look all super clean.
favorite essie color family?grays
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Best drug store finger nail polish
4 years ago
I got this nail polish free to do a review on it. I got three colors I tried at one of the colors and it lasted me a week and a half until I started having chipping. Usually after a few days with any of the other polishes I use would start Chipping like on the first few days. I highly recommend it and I will be buying again
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
It cute
4 years ago
Has a summary color kind of see through but it's a few colorful when you want to have it for summer look
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
3 out of 5 stars.
Dries Quickly
4 years ago
The polish went on smoothly, and I love that it dried quickly. Usually, I do two coats of polish on my nails. However, with this type I had to do more since two did not give the desired look.
no, I do not recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 3.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 3.0 out of 5
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4 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hello there Spicyk! We are so pleased to hear that you loved features of the essie color 'boatloads of love'. We just wish you could see all the results you had hoped for with this off-white shimmer nail polish with refined blue pearls.
5 out of 5 stars.
Great!
4 years ago
Essie nail polishes are the best nail polishes in the market. I’m in love. The duration it’s so incredible. And the colors are amazing. I’m addict to it.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Love the color!
4 years ago
I really like this nail Polish. Essie is one of my favorites! The color is so pretty it goes with everything! It’s quick drying and smooth! I love it!
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
Essie polish fanatic
4 years ago
I have a pretty nice size Essie collection and for very good reason. All of their polishes come in a wide variety of colors to select from and glide on smooth. They dry with a shiny finish and you can continue building until you get the layers you desire. I will not switch to another brand because this one does not disappoint.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful color
4 years ago
This nail polish has a really beautiful color. It also goes on smooth and lasts quite a bit of time on the nail.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
Finally found the one!!
4 years ago
I love the Essie brand. It doesn’t seem to chip as easy as other brands. The color is just beautiful. Not to much pop but just enough to be noticed.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love the color!
4 years ago
I absolutely love the light pink color nail polish. I received two other colors (magenta and green) but those colors aren’t my favorite so stuck with the light pink. I used 3 coats but could of been fine with 2, I just like to put an extra one on just in case. It wasn’t clumpy and went on smoothly. Love this brand!
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love in a bottle !
4 years ago
I received Essie’s Swoon In The Lagoon Nail Polish Collection for free from Tryit sampling in exchange for my honest review.
I loved the color collection ! Especially the ‘Boatload of Love’ tone which is off white with subtle shimmer , very unique and exciting and I get tons of compliments since wearing it.
The the brush and application are convenient like all Essie products. The applied nail polish doesn’t peel or chip as fast as other brands. The shine last also longer which make it on the level of Salon quality and me happy.
I really like it , and looking forward to try more colors of this collection.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
good nail polish
4 years ago
I do like these nail polishes, the colors in the collection are unique. they lasted a long time, even without the topcoat. (may have forgot to put one on) they didn’t chip too easily, thank god. that’s a problem i have with a lot of nail polishes. not this collection. i recommend!!
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Love this Nail Polish
4 years ago
I absolutely love this nail polish! This color is such a beautiful soft pink. I plan on including this polish in each one of the gift bags that I am making for my friends baby shower and I wanted to try this one first and I LOVE IT!
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Lovely color
4 years ago
I got this a few weeks ago, and I love it. The color and quality is salon like.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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4 out of 5 stars.
Very pretty
4 years ago
Very pretty and happy it’s a cleaner formula. Lasting power is nothing spectacular, but not terrible. Not sure what base and top coat would be at best
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 4.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Fabulous colors!
4 years ago
I got these nail polishes about two weeks ago, and I'm in love! They are fantastic, and vibrant colors.I have not found these colors anywhere else, they are unique! My daughters love love love the pink, it came with a bright pink and a soft baby pink (my personal favorite.) it also came with a adorable green! The nail polish is great quality, and went on very smoothly. I did two coats and it stayed on for two weeks! I also love the shapes of these bottles too, they look so cute sitting on my daughters shelf in her bedroom. I have no complaints about this nail polish and will definitely be getting more.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Pretty color
4 years ago
The Boatloads of love Essie nailpolish is very pretty. It's more on the sheer side, so you'll need 2-3 coats. Has a very subtle blue shimmer in the bottle, but it's not really noticeable once you apply it. It's a very pretty off white color.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Lovely shade
4 years ago
I love this brand of nail polish. It drys fast and doesn't chip easily. Its also a really nice shade for any occasion. It's not too vibrant and would recommend it to anyone.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful and fun
4 years ago
This is such a beautiful color. From a distance, it mostly just looks like an ordinary pale pink, but in the light it takes on a gorgeous, almost metallic blue sheen. The picture doesn't do it full justice (and sorry about my nails, I play guitar). And of course, it's the great, long-lasting nail polish formula that you expect from Essie. This shade is my new go-to for sure!
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars.
So cute!
4 years ago
All of the nail polishs are super cute! Dried quickly and withheld everyday activities without chipping.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 5.0 out of 5
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