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Mod Square

A high-fidelity electric pink.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • essie is a vegan brand – contains no animal-derived ingredients.

    • essie is a vegan brand – contains no animal-derived ingredients.
    • essie is a vegan brand – contains no animal-derived ingredients.

    Full ingredient list:

    ETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, PROPYL ACETATE, TOSYLAMIDE/FORMALDEHYDE RESIN, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, TRIMETHYL PENTANYL DIISOBUTYRATE, TRIPHENYL PHOSPHATE, ETHYL TOSYLAMIDE, CAMPHOR, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, BENZOPHENONE-1, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CITRIC ACID, SILICA, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, COLOPHONIUM / ROSIN / COLOPHANE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, AQUA / WATER / EAU, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, DIMETHICONE, ALUMINA, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, OLETH-10 PHOSPHATE, POLYURETHANE-33. MAY CONTAIN : CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE, MICA, CI 77120 / BARIUM SULFATE, CI 77491, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5 LAKE, CI 77510 / FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE, CI 15880 / RED 34 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 7 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 6 LAKE, CI 77000 / ALUMINUM POWDER, CI 77163 / BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE, CI 77742 / MANGANESE VIOLET, CI 77266 / BLACK 2, CI 42090 / BLUE 1 LAKE, CI 77007 / ULTRAMARINES, TIN OXIDE, CI 77510 / FERRIC FERROCYANIDE, CI 15880 / RED 34, CI 73360 / RED 30 LAKE, CI 75170 / GUANINE, CI 47000 / YELLOW 11, TITANIUM DIOXIDE.

Original Nail Polish Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Yes, essie Original nail polish is a vegan formula that contains no animal-derived ingredients.
  • 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

essie enamel step by step routine -step1

Step 1 Prep

Prep cuticles, nail, and skin with Ready. Prep. Go. Advanced Cuticle Remover.

essie enamel step by step routine - step2

Step 2 Prime

Apply 1 coat of base coat to reinforce and harden nails.

essie enamel step by step routine step3

Step 3 Paint

Apply 2 coats of essie original nail polish.

essie enamel step by step routine - step4

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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1 – 8 of 33 reviews
7 years ago
Very pretty and definitely will draw attention to nails. I’m nit a pink gal but it’s good. I do about 3 coats (how I like it) and it last maybe a week. Love the ingredients in this

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7 years ago
I love the colour variety that Essie brand carries, but unfortunately it’s just not worth the price. It’s about $15+ for a little nail polish and you need about 3-5 coats for it to even show. It’s practically transparent :/

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7 years ago
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Hi! Thank you for your feedback on our mob square! We appreciate all of our consumers feedback as it helps us improve our products. We appreciate it!
7 years ago
One of my favorite nail colors to use. Last for a long time and no smudge also very vibrant.

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7 years ago
Love this Essie nail color for pedicures. Stays on for a couple of week with a good top coat.

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7 years ago
This color is beautiful for the holidays. The formula is great, it doesnt seem to chip as quickly as some others either.

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7 years ago
I love their brand of polishes. They go on so smooth when layering and I actually always get mine from TjMaxx because it’s way cheaper.

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7 years ago
I always use this nail color for my toes are so much you never wears off her chips I end up having to take it off completely if I want a new color because it so long lasting

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7 years ago
I love the color, it really stay in your nails, with a lot of pigment but for a beautiful manicure you need a few coats

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7 years ago
Essie has a wonderful variety of colors and the price point is great. The staying power is impressive.

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7 years ago
I love this color they go on so easy and covers good all over they have so mean colors repeating user

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7 years ago
I love this pink I think it’s the perfect Barbie pink. I just love how easy it is to apply and how long lasting it is it’s one of the best nail polishes you could ever use.

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7 years ago
Definitely would recommend essie nail polishes I love their colors and they do have a wide range of shades. The only downside I will say is I think that the price point for these is a bit much.

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Gorgeous Pink!!!

8 years ago
I LOVE this polish! It automatically puts me in a good mood, whenever I put it on, which is often!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Muchi Muchi
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod Square
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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Pretty in pink

9 years ago
I enjoy this pink. It accentuates my already pink lips.
Q: goes great with this shade
A: N/a
Q: favorite color?
A: Really red
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

  • Five in the pink.
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11 years ago
I'm not a pink fan but I love this color, it really pops!!
Q: favorite color?
A: angora cardi, no more film
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist

yes, I recommend this product.

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Favorite pink!

11 years ago
This is such a classic creme pink! The formula is so smooth and applies perfectly! This is my go-to polish!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: apricot cuticle oil
Q: favorite color?
A: Boom Boom Room
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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so relaxing

11 years ago
This color gives my nails a fresh and relaxing look its one of the best products I'm an Essie Girl!!!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: mint candy apple
Q: favorite color?
A: mod squad
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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amazing color

11 years ago
I absolutely love this color on my nails. The quality of the polish is simply amazing.
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Matte about you
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod Squad
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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Beautiful color!

11 years ago
I bought this yesterday and I love it! It is a beautiful color and matches with most of my outfits. It is bright and popping!!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Mint candy apple
Q: favorite color?
A: Mint candy apple
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

no, I do not recommend this product.

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My Favorite Pink

11 years ago
I wear this color all spring! The pink make all my outfits pop!!!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Top Coat
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod Squad
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear forgirls night out

yes, I recommend this product.

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Perfect Pink!

11 years ago
Such a great hue. Just painted my nails this color for Breast Cancer Awareness!
Q: favorite color?
A: All of them!
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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The perfect "girly" pink!

11 years ago
This is the kind of pink that will forever make you feel pretty and will pairly PERFECTLY with any and everything. Stop thinking, and go buy it!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: The Silver Glitter as an accent!
Q: favorite color?
A: Do I have to choose?
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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the perfect pink!

11 years ago
This is the perfect pink! I have gone through about 3 bottles of this polish I love it so much!
Q: favorite color?
A: mod squad
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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looks like cotton candy for my fingers

11 years ago
I wanted something bright to put on and chose this. It is colorful, feminine and makes me feel beautiful!
Q: favorite color?
A: all of them
type of nail polish userspecial occasions only
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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Love love love!

11 years ago
Mod Squad is my go-to color, no matter what occasion!
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod squad
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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BEST HOT PINK EVER!!!

11 years ago
This Essie color is everything! Can't describe how much I love it!
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod Squad
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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Pink Pink Pink

11 years ago
I love the color pink! And this just makes my day brighter and better. It's a pick me up to look at my nails it makes me smile. This color helped me to stop biting and picking my nails!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Matte Top Coat
Q: favorite color?
A: Ballet Pink
type of nail polish userblogger/fashionista
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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Truly Electrifyig

11 years ago
I bought this color and fell in love right away! I'm almost done my second bottle! Love love love!
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod square
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

no, I do not recommend this product.

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Playful & versatile, this is the perfect pink!

11 years ago
This color looks incredible no matter how you wear it! It looks amazing against tan skin in the summer AND fair winter skin. It's a great every day pink, and it can give a playful twist to an all-black ensemble. People compliment me on the color every time I wear it, definitely a must for your polish collection.
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod Squad
type of nail polish usernail art lover
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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WOW Awesome color and POP!

11 years ago
Mod Squad pink is the perfect color for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Essie nail polish lasts a long time without chipping and I love all the colors! Its better than eating ice cream!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: coming up roses or playdate
Q: favorite color?
A: Mod Squad
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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Love the color

11 years ago
I just love the color. It pops and looks amazing on.
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Mojito madness and lilacism
Q: favorite color?
A: Lilacism
type of nail polish usernail art lover
great to wear forgirls night out

yes, I recommend this product.

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Love!

11 years ago
I recently became obsessed with nail polish and I've always loved Essie. This is a beautiful pink!
Q: goes great with this shade
A: Cuticle oil and matte top coat.
Q: favorite color?
A: Berry Naughty
type of nail polish usernovice/new user
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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OMG!!!!!

11 years ago
This nail polish is gorgeous and it looks beautiful on darker skin tones as well!
Q: favorite color?
A: Cant choose
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday

yes, I recommend this product.

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